Carbol fuchsin

Name: Carbol fuchsin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000527

About Carbol fuchsin

Listed under CAS 4197-24-4, Carbol fuchsin is a biological stain available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C21H22ClN3, it has a molar mass of 351.9 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 4-[(E)-(4-aminophenyl)-(4-imino-3-methylcyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene)methyl]-2-methylaniline. Hydrochloride. Common synonyms include Carbol-Fuchsin and Dimethyl fuchsin.

The material typically appears as a dark green powder. Solubility: soluble in water. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for histology and cytology staining, microscopy, clinical laboratories and biological staining. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research, diagnostics and biotechnology and textiles and dyeing.

We offer Carbol fuchsin in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 1 kg 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	Carbol fuchsin
Catalogue No.	VQ-000527
CAS Number	4197-24-4
IUPAC name	4-[(E)-(4-aminophenyl)-(4-imino-3-methylcyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene)methyl]-2-methylaniline;hydrochloride
Molecular formula	C₂₁H₂₂ClN₃
Molecular weight	351.9 g/mol
Exact mass	351.1502
HSN code	3204
InChIKey	HZLHRDBTVSZCBS-UVJJDBRNSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C/C(=C(\C2=CC=C(C=C2)N)/C3=CC(=C(C=C3)N)C)/C=CC1=N.Cl
PubChem CID	5748567

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Dark green powder
Solubility	Soluble in water
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 3
TPSA	75.9 Å²
Synonyms	Carbol-Fuchsin, Dimethyl fuchsin, Carbolfuchsin, 4,4'-[(4-iminocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene)methylene]bis(2-methylaniline) hydrochloride, 4-[bis(4-amino-3-methylphenyl)methylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-iminium chloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H351Suspected of causing 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 4197-24-4

Microscopy

Carbol fuchsin, for microscopy

CAS: 4197-24-4
Formula: C₂₁H₂₂ClN₃
MW: 351.9 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Carbol fuchsin?

The CAS Registry Number of Carbol fuchsin is 4197-24-4. It is also known as Carbol-Fuchsin, Dimethyl fuchsin, Carbolfuchsin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Carbol fuchsin?

Carbol fuchsin has the molecular formula C21H22ClN3 and a molecular weight of 351.9 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Carbol fuchsin can I order?

We supply Carbol fuchsin, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 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 Carbol fuchsin?

Yes. Every lot of Carbol fuchsin 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 Carbol fuchsin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Carbol fuchsin 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.