4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride… 28718-90-3

Name: 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003153

About 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98%

Listed under CAS 28718-90-3, 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride is a cell culture reagent available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C16H17Cl2N5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 350.2 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-(4-carbamimidoylphenyl)-1H-indole-6-carboximidamide. Dihydrochloride. Common synonyms include DAPI and DAPI dihydrochloride.

In its supplied form it is a yellow powder. Recommended storage is at 2–8 °C, with the container kept tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include cell culture, media supplementation, cell-based assays and biological staining. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 1 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell culture
Media supplementation
Cell-based assays
Biological staining

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003153
CAS Number	28718-90-3
IUPAC name	2-(4-carbamimidoylphenyl)-1H-indole-6-carboximidamide;dihydrochloride
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₁₇Cl₂N₅
Molecular weight	350.2 g/mol
Exact mass	349.0861
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29339900
InChIKey	FPNZBYLXNYPRLR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1C2=CC3=C(N2)C=C(C=C3)C(=N)N)C(=N)N.Cl.Cl
PubChem CID	160166

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Yellow powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	7 / 2
TPSA	116 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	DAPI, 2-(4-Amidinophenyl)-6-indolecarbamidine dihydrochloride, DAPI dihydrochloride, 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, FxCycle Violet, 1H-Indole-6-carboximidamide, 2-[4-(aminoiminomethyl)phenyl]-, hydrochloride (1:2), 2-(4-carbamimidoylphenyl)-1h-indole-6-carboximidamide dihydrochloride, DAPI.2HCl, DAPI (dihydrochloride), 2-Phenylindole-4',6-dicarboxamidine dihydrohydrochloride (hydrate), 4',6-diamidino-2-phenylindole hydrochloride, 2-(4-Amidinophenyl)indole-6-carboxamidine Dihydrochloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P271, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + 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

Other grades of CAS 28718-90-3

Molecular Biology

4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, for molecular biology

CAS: 28718-90-3
Formula: C₁₆H₁₇Cl₂N₅
MW: 350.2 g/mol

VQ-046620

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98% is 28718-90-3. It is also known as DAPI, 2-(4-Amidinophenyl)-6-indolecarbamidine dihydrochloride, DAPI dihydrochloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98%?

4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98% has the molecular formula C16H17Cl2N5 and a molecular weight of 350.2 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98% can I order?

We supply 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98% in (98%) grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 1 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98% 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 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98% 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.

How should 4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride, 98% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.