Methyl red solution

Name: Methyl red solution
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003596

About Methyl red solution

Methyl red solution is a diagnostic reagent (Microscopy grade) carrying the CAS registry number 493-52-7. With the molecular formula C15H15N3O2, it has a molar mass of 269.3 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-[[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]diazenyl]benzoic acid. Common synonyms include Methyl red and C.I. Acid Red 2.

In its supplied form it is a red to dark red clear solution. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.

It is commonly used for clinical chemistry, diagnostic assays and pathology laboratories. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

We offer Methyl red solution in 125 mL, 500 mL, 5 L and 25 L packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Clinical chemistry
Diagnostic assays
Pathology laboratories

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl red solution
Catalogue No.	VQ-003596
CAS Number	493-52-7
IUPAC name	2-[[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]diazenyl]benzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₁₅N₃O₂
Molecular weight	269.3 g/mol
Exact mass	269.1164
Grade	Microscopy
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	CEQFOVLGLXCDCX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CN(C)C1=CC=C(C=C1)N=NC2=CC=CC=C2C(=O)O
PubChem CID	10303

Physical properties
Physical form	Solution
Appearance	Red to dark red clear solution
LogP (XLogP3)	3.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 5
TPSA	65.3 Å²
Synonyms	2-((4-(dimethylamino)phenyl)diazenyl)benzoic acid, 2-{[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]diazenyl}benzoic acid, Methyl red, C.I. Acid Red 2, Acid Red 2, 2-Carboxy-4'-(dimethylamino)azobenzene, 4-Dimethylamino-2'-carboxylazobenzene, p-(Dimethylamino)azobenzene-o-carboxylic acid, Cerven methylova, 2-(4-Dimethylaminophenylazo)benzoic acid, Cerven kysela 2, o-((p-(Dimethylamino)phenyl)azo)benzoic acid

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 493-52-7

Methyl red

CAS: 493-52-7
Formula: C₁₅H₁₅N₃O₂
MW: 269.3 g/mol

VQ-000624

ACS

Methyl red ACS reagent, crystalline

CAS: 493-52-7
Formula: C₁₅H₁₅N₃O₂
MW: 269.3 g/mol

VQ-000625

EP/Ph. Eur. / ACS

Methyl red, EP/Ph. Eur., ACS

CAS: 493-52-7
Formula: C₁₅H₁₅N₃O₂
MW: 269.3 g/mol

VQ-047203

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl red solution?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl red solution is 493-52-7. It is also known as 2-((4-(dimethylamino)phenyl)diazenyl)benzoic acid, 2-{[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]diazenyl}benzoic acid, Methyl red.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl red solution?

Methyl red solution has the molecular formula C15H15N3O2 and a molecular weight of 269.3 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-[[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]diazenyl]benzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl red solution can I order?

We supply Methyl red solution in Microscopy grade, in 125 mL, 500 mL, 5 L, 25 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl red solution?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl red solution 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 Methyl red solution be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Methyl red solution worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.