Congo red 1% aqueous solution for negative staining

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Congo red 1% aqueous solution for negative staining Specification

Physical Form
Liquid

Density
1 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Properties
Staining agent; aqueous solution of Congo red dye

Usage
Apply as per laboratory protocols for negative staining under a microscope

Purity
1% concentration of Congo red in the solution

Ingredients
Congo red dye (1%) water (99%)

EINECS No
209-358-4 (for Congo red)

Shape
Not applicable (liquid form)

Molecular Weight
696.66 g/mol (for Congo red dye)

Refractive Rate
Similar to water (1.33)

Application
Used in microbiology for negative staining to visualize capsules of microorganisms; also used in histology for staining amyloids

Storage
Store at room temperature (15-25C) in a tightly closed container

Smell
Odorless or mild chemical odor

Poisonous
NO

Solubility
Fully soluble in water

Shelf Life
1 year if stored properly

Grade
Laboratory/analytical grade

Structural Formula
N/A for aqueous solution (see dye structural formula for Congo red)

CAS No
573-58-0 (for Congo red)

Molecular Formula
C32H22N6Na2O6S2 (for Congo red dye)

Melting Point
Not applicable for an aqueous solution

HS Code
3204.12.00 (if classified as a synthetic organic dye solution)

Ph Level
Neutral to slightly alkaline (~7.0 - 8.5)

Appearance
Red liquid

About Congo red 1% aqueous solution for negative staining

Congo Red 1% Aqueous Solution is a laboratory-grade staining agent used for negative staining in microbiology to visualize microorganism capsules and in histology for staining amyloids. This red liquid solution is non-poisonous, odorless, and has a neutral to slightly alkaline pH level. Stored at room temperature, it is fully soluble in water and has a shelf life of one year when properly stored. With a molecular formula of C32H22N6Na2O6S2, this product is perfect for scientific applications requiring a 1% concentration of Congo Red dye.