Alcian blue 8GX

Name: Alcian blue 8GX
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000455

About Alcian blue 8GX

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Alcian blue 8GX in Microscopy grade, a biological stain registered under CAS number 33864-99-2. The compound has the formula C56H68Cl4CuN16S4, corresponding to a molecular weight of 1298.86 g/mol. Alternative names: Alcian Blue and Ingrain Blue 1.

It is supplied as a dark blue to very dark blue powder. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.

Key uses span histology and cytology staining, microscopy, clinical laboratories and biological staining. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research, diagnostics and biotechnology and textiles and dyeing.

We offer Alcian blue 8GX in 5 g, 10 g, 25 g and 100 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Histology & cytology staining
Microscopy
Clinical laboratories
Biological staining

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Alcian blue 8GX
Catalogue No.	VQ-000455
CAS Number	33864-99-2
Molecular formula	C₅₆H₆₈Cl₄CuN₁₆S₄
Molecular weight	1298.86 g/mol
Grade	Microscopy
HSN code	32041979

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Dark blue to very dark blue powder

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 33864-99-2

Molecular Biology

Alcian blue 8GX, for molecular biology

CAS: 33864-99-2
Formula: C₅₆H₇₀Cl₄CuN₁₆S₄
MW: 1300.9 g/mol

VQ-046142

Spectroscopy / Micros…

Alcian blue 8GX, for spectroscopy, for microscopy 50%

CAS: 33864-99-2
Formula: C₅₆H₇₀Cl₄CuN₁₆S₄
MW: 1300.9 g/mol

VQ-046141

Alcian blue solution

CAS: 33864-99-2

VQ-003503

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Alcian blue 8GX?

The CAS Registry Number of Alcian blue 8GX is 33864-99-2. It is also known as Alcian Blue, Ingrain Blue 1.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Alcian blue 8GX?

Alcian blue 8GX has the molecular formula C56H68Cl4CuN16S4 and a molecular weight of 1298.86 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Alcian blue 8GX can I order?

We supply Alcian blue 8GX in Microscopy grade, in 5 g, 10 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Alcian blue 8GX?

Yes. Every lot of Alcian blue 8GX 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 Alcian blue 8GX be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Alcian blue 8GX worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.