Ethidium homodimer

Name: Ethidium homodimer
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019789

About Ethidium homodimer

Listed under CAS 61926-22-5, Ethidium homodimer is an indicator available from Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C41H48Cl4N8, molecular weight 794.7 g/mol. Common synonyms include EthD-1.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for titration end-point detection, pH determination, analytical testing and indicator for titrations. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and textiles and dyeing.

Available in 1 mg and 5 mg packs, Ethidium homodimer is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Titration end-point detection
pH determination
Analytical testing
Indicator for titrations

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethidium homodimer
Catalogue No.	VQ-019789
CAS Number	61926-22-5
IUPAC name	5-[3-[2-[3-(3,8-diamino-6-phenylphenanthridin-5-ium-5-yl)propylamino]ethylamino]propyl]-6-methylphenanthridin-5-ium-3,8-diamine;hydron;tetrachloride
Molecular formula	C₄₁H₄₈Cl₄N₈
Molecular weight	794.7 g/mol
Exact mass	794.2727
InChIKey	GTSMOYLSFUBTMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[H+].[H+].CC1=C2C=C(C=CC2=C3C=CC(=CC3=[N+]1CCCNCCNCCC[N+]4=C5C=C(C=CC5=C6C=CC(=CC6=C4C7=CC=CC=C7)N)N)N)N.[Cl-].[Cl-].[Cl-].[Cl-]
PubChem CID	44224062

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	8 / 10
TPSA	136 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H261In contact with water releases flammable gas
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage
H351Suspected of causing cancer

Precautionary statements: P203, P231 + P232, P260, P264, P264 + P265, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P318, P321, P363, P370 + P378, P402 + P404, 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ethidium homodimer?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethidium homodimer is 61926-22-5. It is also known as 4,7-diazadecyl-5,5'-bis(3,8-diamino-6-phenylphenanthridium) dichloride dihydrochloride, EthD-1.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethidium homodimer?

Ethidium homodimer has the molecular formula C41H48Cl4N8 and a molecular weight of 794.7 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethidium homodimer can I order?

We supply Ethidium homodimer, in 1 mg, 5 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethidium homodimer?

Yes. Every lot of Ethidium homodimer 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 Ethidium homodimer be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethidium homodimer 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.