Fast Green FCF

Name: Fast Green FCF
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000580

About Fast Green FCF

Fast Green FCF (CAS 2353-45-9) is a biological stain offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Microscopy grade. Formula C37H34N2Na2O10S3, molecular weight 808.9 g/mol. Alternative names: Food green 3 and FD and C Green No. 3.

The product is provided as a solid. Reported physical data include a melting point of 290 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include histology and cytology staining, microscopy, clinical laboratories and biological staining. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research, diagnostics and biotechnology and textiles and dyeing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Fast Green FCF in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 500 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Histology & cytology staining
Microscopy
Clinical laboratories
Biological staining

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Fast Green FCF
Catalogue No.	VQ-000580
CAS Number	2353-45-9
IUPAC name	disodium;2-[[4-[ethyl-[(3-sulfonatophenyl)methyl]amino]phenyl]-[4-[ethyl-[(3-sulfonatophenyl)methyl]azaniumylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]methyl]-5-hydroxybenzenesulfonate
Molecular formula	C₃₇H₃₄N₂Na₂O₁₀S₃
Molecular weight	808.9 g/mol
Exact mass	808.1171
Grade	Microscopy
HSN code	32049000
InChIKey	RZSYLLSAWYUBPE-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	CCN(CC1=CC(=CC=C1)S(=O)(=O)[O-])C2=CC=C(C=C2)C(=C3C=CC(=[N+](CC)CC4=CC(=CC=C4)S(=O)(=O)[O-])C=C3)C5=C(C=C(C=C5)O)S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+]
PubChem CID	16887

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	Solid
Melting point	290 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 11
TPSA	223 Å²
Synonyms	Food green 3, FD&C Green No. 3, Green 1724, Solid Green FCF, Food Green No. 3, FD & C Green no. 3, C.I. Food Green 3, Zelen Stala FCF, Aizen Food Green No. 3, Zelen potravinarska 3, Green No. 3, FDC Green No. 3

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Fast Green FCF?

The CAS Registry Number of Fast Green FCF is 2353-45-9. It is also known as Food green 3, FD&C Green No. 3, Green 1724.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Fast Green FCF?

Fast Green FCF has the molecular formula C37H34N2Na2O10S3 and a molecular weight of 808.9 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Fast Green FCF can I order?

We supply Fast Green FCF in Microscopy grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Fast Green FCF?

Yes. Every lot of Fast Green FCF is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Fast Green FCF be shipped internationally?

Yes. Fast Green FCF is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.