Acridine orange

Name: Acridine orange
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000449

About Acridine orange

Acridine orange is a biological stain (Microscopy grade) carrying the CAS registry number 65-61-2 with a typical assay of ≥98%. With the molecular formula C17H20ClN3, it has a molar mass of 301.8 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3-N,3-N,6-N,6-N-tetramethylacridine-3,6-diamine. Hydrochloride. Common synonyms include 3,6-Bis(dimethylamino)acridine hydrochloride and Colour Index Number 46005.

The material typically appears as an orange powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 284-287 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 1 hazard statement. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

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

We offer Acridine orange in 10 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Histology & cytology staining
Microscopy
Clinical laboratories
Cell & microbial culture

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acridine orange
Catalogue No.	VQ-000449
CAS Number	65-61-2
IUPAC name	3-N,3-N,6-N,6-N-tetramethylacridine-3,6-diamine;hydrochloride
Molecular formula	C₁₇H₂₀ClN₃
Molecular weight	301.8 g/mol
Exact mass	301.1346
Grade	Microscopy
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29225090
InChIKey	VSTHNGLPHBTRMB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CN(C)C1=CC2=C(C=C1)C=C3C=CC(=CC3=N2)N(C)C.Cl
PubChem CID	517204

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Orange powder
Melting point	284-287 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	19.4 Å²
Synonyms	3,6-Bis(dimethylamino)acridine hydrochloride, Colour Index Number 46005, acridine orange hydrochloride, C.I. Basic Orange 14, Basic Orange 3RN, N3,N3,N6,N6-tetramethylacridine-3,6-diamine hydrochloride, Acridine Orange hydrochloride hydrate, Acridine Orange (hydrochloride), Acridine, 3,6-bis(dimethylamino)-, monohydrochloride, 3,6-Acridinediamine, N3,N3,N6,N6-tetramethyl-, hydrochloride (1:1), 3,6-Bis(dimethylamino)acridine hydrochloride hydrate, N,N,N',N'-tetramethylacridine-3,6-diamine hydrochloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H340May cause genetic defects

Precautionary statements: P203, P280, P318, 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 65-61-2

Microscopy

Acridine orange hydrochloride, hydrate, ≥98% (HPLC)

CAS: 65-61-2
Formula: C₁₇H₂₀ClN₃
MW: 301.8 g/mol

VQ-000451

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Acridine orange?

The CAS Registry Number of Acridine orange is 65-61-2. It is also known as 3,6-Bis(dimethylamino)acridine hydrochloride, Colour Index Number 46005, acridine orange hydrochloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acridine orange?

Acridine orange has the molecular formula C17H20ClN3 and a molecular weight of 301.8 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Acridine orange can I order?

We supply Acridine orange in Microscopy (≥98%) grade, in 10 g, 25 g, 100 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 Acridine orange?

Yes. Every lot of Acridine orange 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 Acridine orange be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acridine orange 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.