GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining

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GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining Specification

Molecular Weight
Approx. 253.81 g/mol (for iodine only)

HS Code
3822.00.90

Ingredients
Iodine Potassium Iodide Distilled/Deionized Water

Usage
Used in microbiological studies to differentiate bacterial cell walls as part of Gram staining

Melting Point
Not Applicable (liquid solution)

Application
Microscopical staining for Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria

Smell
Mild iodine smell

Grade
Laboratory/Microscopy Grade

Appearance
Dark brown liquid solution

Ph Level
Around 6 to 7

Poisonous
YES

Properties
Contains iodine; exhibits staining properties for microbiological use

Shelf Life
1-2 years if stored appropriately

Molecular Formula
I2 + KI + H2O

CAS No
7553-56-2 (for iodine) 7681-11-0 (for potassium iodide)

Shape
Not Applicable (Liquid)

Refractive Rate
Not Applicable

Storage
Store in a cool dry and dark place away from light and heat

Solubility
Soluble in water

Taste
Not Applicable

Physical Form
Liquid solution

Structural Formula
Not Applicable (Mixture of elemental iodine and potassium iodide solution)

Density
1.01 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Purity
Not Applicable (Mixture; typically prepared as needed for staining concentrations)

EINECS No
231-442-4 (for iodine) 231-659-4 (for potassium iodide)

About GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining

Grams Iodine Staining Solution is a laboratory/microscopy grade liquid solution used for microscopical staining of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. Formulated with iodine, potassium iodide, and distilled/deionized water, this staining solution exhibits staining properties essential for microbiological studies. With a density of 1.01 g/cm3 and a shelf life of 1-2 years when stored appropriately, this dark brown solution is soluble in water and has a mild iodine smell. It is commonly employed in differentiating bacterial cell walls during Gram staining procedures. With a pH level around 6 to 7, this staining solution is a crucial tool for microbiologists and researchers.