Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade)

Name: Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002774

About Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade)

Benzidine hydrochloride is a bioactive small molecule carrying the CAS registry number 531-85-1 with a typical assay of 99%. The compound has the formula C12H14Cl2N2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 257.16 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 4-(4-aminophenyl)aniline. Dihydrochloride. It is also known as 4,4'-Diaminobiphenyl dihydrochloride or Benzidine HCl.

In its supplied form it is a grey to black powder. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span cell signalling research, pharmacological screening and target validation. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Benzidine hydrochloride in 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade)
Catalogue No.	VQ-002774
CAS Number	531-85-1
IUPAC name	4-(4-aminophenyl)aniline;dihydrochloride
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₄Cl₂N₂
Molecular weight	257.16 g/mol
Exact mass	256.0534
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	RUAXWVDEYJEWRY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1C2=CC=C(C=C2)N)N.Cl.Cl
PubChem CID	10754

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Grey to black powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 2
TPSA	52 Å²
UN number	UN 2811
Synonyms	4,4'-Diaminobiphenyl dihydrochloride, Benzidine HCl, [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-diamine, dihydrochloride, Dihidrocloruro de benzidina, (1,1'-Biphenyl)-4,4'-diamine, dihydrochloride, (1,1'-Biphenyl)-4,4'-diamine, hydrochloride (1:2), (1,1'-Biphenyl)-4,4'-diamine hydrochloride (1:2), Benzidine.2HCl, benzidinedihydrochloride, Biphenyl-4,4'-diamine Dihydrochloride (Benzidine Dihydrochloride), biphenyl-4,4'-diamine dihydrochloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H350May cause cancer
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P318, P330, P391, 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 531-85-1

AR

Benzidine hydrochloride, GR

CAS: 531-85-1
Formula: C₁₂H₁₄Cl₂N₂
MW: 257.16 g/mol

VQ-002775

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade)?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade) is 531-85-1. It is also known as 4,4'-Diaminobiphenyl dihydrochloride, Benzidine HCl, [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-diamine, dihydrochloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade)?

Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade) has the molecular formula C12H14Cl2N2 and a molecular weight of 257.16 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade) can I order?

We supply Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade) in (99%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade)?

Yes. Every lot of Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade) 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 Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade) be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzidine hydrochloride, 99% (forensic grade) is classified as hazardous (UN 2811), 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.