Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95%

Name: Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-045506

About Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95%

Blue tetrazolium is a biological stain (AR / Microscopy grade) carrying the CAS registry number 1871-22-3, specified at ≥95% purity. The compound has the formula C40H32Cl2N8O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 727.6 g/mol. It is also known as Tetrazolium blue or Blue tetrazolium chloride.

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.

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

We offer Blue tetrazolium in 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Histology & cytology staining
Microscopy
Clinical laboratories
Indicator for titrations

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-045506
CAS Number	1871-22-3
IUPAC name	2-[4-[4-(3,5-diphenyltetrazol-2-ium-2-yl)-3-methoxyphenyl]-2-methoxyphenyl]-3,5-diphenyltetrazol-2-ium dichloride
Molecular formula	C₄₀H₃₂Cl₂N₈O₂
Molecular weight	727.6 g/mol
Exact mass	726.2025
Grade	AR / Microscopy
Purity / assay	≥95%
HSN code	29339900
InChIKey	MUUHXGOJWVMBDY-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)C2=CC(=C(C=C2)[N+]3=NC(=NN3C4=CC=CC=C4)C5=CC=CC=C5)OC)[N+]6=NC(=NN6C7=CC=CC=C7)C8=CC=CC=C8.[Cl-].[Cl-]
PubChem CID	9853362

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 8
TPSA	87.6 Å²
Synonyms	Tetrazolium blue, Blue tetrazolium chloride, Ditetrazolium chloride, Dimethoxy neotetrazolium, 4-Anisyltetrazolium blue, 3,3'-Dianisolebis(4,4'-(3,5-diphenyl)tetrazolium chloride), 3,3'-(3,3'-Dimethoxy-4,4'-biphenylene)bis(2,5-diphenyl-2H-tetrazolium) chloride, 3,3'-Dianisolebis(4,4'-(3,5-diphenyl)tetrazoliumchloride), 3,3'-(3,3'-dimethoxybiphenyl-4,4'-diyl)bis(2,5-diphenyl-2H-tetrazol-3-ium) dichloride, p-anisyltetrazolium blue

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H350May cause cancer

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 1871-22-3

Microscopy

Blue tetrazolium

CAS: 1871-22-3
Formula: C₄₀H₃₂Cl₂N₈O₂
MW: 727.6 g/mol

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Blue tetrazolium

CAS: 1871-22-3
Formula: C₄₀H₃₂Cl₂N₈O₂
MW: 727.6 g/mol

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AR

Blue tetrazolium, AR

CAS: 1871-22-3
Formula: C₄₀H₃₂Cl₂N₈O₂
MW: 727.6 g/mol

VQ-046795

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95%?

The CAS Registry Number of Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95% is 1871-22-3. It is also known as Tetrazolium blue, Blue tetrazolium chloride, Ditetrazolium chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95%?

Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95% has the molecular formula C40H32Cl2N8O2 and a molecular weight of 727.6 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-[4-[4-(3,5-diphenyltetrazol-2-ium-2-yl)-3-methoxyphenyl]-2-methoxyphenyl]-3,5-diphenyltetrazol-2-ium dichloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95% can I order?

We supply Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95% in AR / Microscopy (≥95%) 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 Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95%?

Yes. Every lot of Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95% 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 Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Blue tetrazolium, AR, for microscopy ≥95% 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.