Safranine, AR, for microscopy

Name: Safranine, AR, for microscopy
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046951

About Safranine, AR, for microscopy

Safranine (CAS 477-73-6) is a biological stain offered by Vaqora Chemicals in AR / Microscopy grade. Its molecular formula is C20H19ClN4 and its molecular weight is 350.8 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3,7-dimethyl-10-phenylphenazin-10-ium-2,8-diamine chloride. It is also known as Safranin or Safranine O.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

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

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Safranine in 25 g, 100 g and 125 mL packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Histology & cytology staining
Microscopy
Clinical laboratories
Indicator for titrations

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Safranine, AR, for microscopy
Catalogue No.	VQ-046951
CAS Number	477-73-6
IUPAC name	3,7-dimethyl-10-phenylphenazin-10-ium-2,8-diamine chloride
Molecular formula	C₂₀H₁₉ClN₄
Molecular weight	350.8 g/mol
Exact mass	350.1298
Grade	AR / Microscopy
HSN code	32041310
InChIKey	OARRHUQTFTUEOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC2=C(C=C1N)[N+](=C3C=C(C(=CC3=N2)C)N)C4=CC=CC=C4.[Cl-]
PubChem CID	2723800

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	68.8 Å²
Synonyms	Safranin, Safranine O, Safranine T, Safranin T, Gossypimine, C.I. Basic Red 2, Safranine Zh, Safranine A, Safranine TH, Safranine B, Safranine G, Safranine J

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

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

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MW: 350.8 g/mol

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Formula: C₂₀H₁₉ClN₄
MW: 350.8 g/mol

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Formula: C₂₀H₁₉ClN₄
MW: 350.8 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Safranine, AR, for microscopy?

The CAS Registry Number of Safranine, AR, for microscopy is 477-73-6. It is also known as Safranin, Safranine O, Safranine T.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Safranine, AR, for microscopy?

Safranine, AR, for microscopy has the molecular formula C20H19ClN4 and a molecular weight of 350.8 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3,7-dimethyl-10-phenylphenazin-10-ium-2,8-diamine chloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of Safranine, AR, for microscopy can I order?

We supply Safranine, AR, for microscopy in AR / Microscopy grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 125 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Safranine, AR, for microscopy?

Yes. Every lot of Safranine, AR, for microscopy 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 Safranine, AR, for microscopy be shipped internationally?

Yes. Safranine, AR, for microscopy 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.