GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining

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GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining Specification

Appearance
Dark brown liquid solution

Density
1.01 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Molecular Formula
I2 + KI + H2O

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

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

Shelf Life
1-2 years if stored appropriately

Ph Level
Around 6 to 7

Poisonous
YES

Shape
Not Applicable (Liquid)

Smell
Mild iodine smell

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

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

Melting Point
Not Applicable (liquid solution)

Physical Form
Liquid solution

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

Refractive Rate
Not Applicable

Solubility
Soluble in water

Taste
Not Applicable

Properties
Contains iodine; exhibits staining properties for microbiological use

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

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

Grade
Laboratory/Microscopy Grade

HS Code
3822.00.90

Ingredients
Iodine Potassium Iodide Distilled/Deionized Water

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

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.