Propidium iodide, for molecular biology

Name: Propidium iodide, for molecular biology
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046638

About Propidium iodide, for molecular biology

Propidium iodide is a bioactive small molecule in Molecular Biology grade carrying the CAS registry number 25535-16-4. With the molecular formula C27H34I2N4, it has a molar mass of 668.4 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3-(3,8-diamino-6-phenylphenanthridin-5-ium-5-yl)propyl-diethyl-methylazanium diiodide. Alternative names: Propidium diiodide and Diiodide, Propidium.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include cell signalling research, pharmacological screening and target validation. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Propidium iodide, for molecular biology
Catalogue No.	VQ-046638
CAS Number	25535-16-4
IUPAC name	3-(3,8-diamino-6-phenylphenanthridin-5-ium-5-yl)propyl-diethyl-methylazanium diiodide
Molecular formula	C₂₇H₃₄I₂N₄
Molecular weight	668.4 g/mol
Exact mass	668.0873
Grade	Molecular Biology
HSN code	29332990
InChIKey	XJMOSONTPMZWPB-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	CC[N+](C)(CC)CCC[N+]1=C2C=C(C=CC2=C3C=CC(=CC3=C1C4=CC=CC=C4)N)N.[I-].[I-]
PubChem CID	104981

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	55.9 Å²
Synonyms	Propidium diiodide, 3,8-Diamino-5-(3-(diethylmethylammonio)propyl)-6-phenylphenanthridinium diiodide, 3,8-Diamino-5-[3-(diethylmethylammonio)propyl]-6-phenylphenanthridinium diiodide, Phenanthridinium, 3,8-diamino-5-(3-(diethylmethylammonio)propyl)-6-phenyl-, diiodide, Diiodide, Propidium, Iodide, Propidium, 3,8-Diamino-5-(3-(diethyl(methyl)ammonio)propyl)-6-phenylphenanthridin-5-ium iodide, Propidium Iodine, 3,8-Diamino-5-(3-diethylaminopropyl)-6-phenylphenanthridinium iodide methiodide, 2,7-Diamino-9-phenyl-10 (diethylaminopropyl)-phenanthridium iodide methiodide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, 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 25535-16-4

Cell Culture

Propidium iodide, 95%, suitable for cell culture

CAS: 25535-16-4
Formula: C₂₇H₃₄I₂N₄
MW: 668.4 g/mol

VQ-002938

Propidium iodide, solution 1.0 mg/ml in water

CAS: 25535-16-4
Formula: C₂₇H₃₄I₂N₄
MW: 668.4 g/mol

VQ-002939

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Propidium iodide, for molecular biology?

The CAS Registry Number of Propidium iodide, for molecular biology is 25535-16-4. It is also known as Propidium diiodide, 3,8-Diamino-5-(3-(diethylmethylammonio)propyl)-6-phenylphenanthridinium diiodide, 3,8-Diamino-5-[3-(diethylmethylammonio)propyl]-6-phenylphenanthridinium diiodide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Propidium iodide, for molecular biology?

Propidium iodide, for molecular biology has the molecular formula C27H34I2N4 and a molecular weight of 668.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-(3,8-diamino-6-phenylphenanthridin-5-ium-5-yl)propyl-diethyl-methylazanium diiodide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Propidium iodide, for molecular biology can I order?

We supply Propidium iodide, for molecular biology in Molecular Biology grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Propidium iodide, for molecular biology?

Yes. Every lot of Propidium iodide, for molecular biology 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 Propidium iodide, for molecular biology be shipped internationally?

Yes. Propidium iodide, for molecular biology 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.