ALCIAN BLUE 8GX For Microscopy

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ALCIAN BLUE 8GX For Microscopy Specification

Properties
Highly selective blue dye useful in staining acidic tissue components

Melting Point
Decomposes before melting

Molecular Weight
1299.87 g/mol

Grade
Laboratory grade

Poisonous
NO

Shelf Life
Indefinite under proper storage conditions

Molecular Formula
C56H68Cl4CuN16S4

Usage
Applied in various biological and medical research applications such as highlighting acid mucopolysaccharides and glycosaminoglycans.

Ph Level
Neutral to slightly acidic

CAS No
33864-99-2

Smell
Odorless

Purity
Typically >98%

HS Code
320413

Structural Formula
Refer to standard chemical structure imagery for ALCIAN BLUE 8GX

Appearance
Blue fine powder

Physical Form
Solid powder

Density
Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances.

Shape
Powder form

Solubility
Soluble in water slightly soluble in organic solvents

Application
Used as a dye for microscopy histology and biological staining

EINECS No
251-653-2

Ingredients
Contains copper phthalocyanine derivative with sulfonic acid groups

About ALCIAN BLUE 8GX For Microscopy

ALCIAN BLUE 8GX for Microscopy is a highly selective blue dye in solid powder form, primarily used in histology and biological staining applications. With a purity level of typically >98%, this laboratory-grade dye is soluble in water and slightly in organic solvents. It is known for its effectiveness in staining acidic tissue components, making it ideal for highlighting acid mucopolysaccharides and glycosaminoglycans in various biological and medical research settings. The powder has an odorless smell and should be stored in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and incompatible substances. ALCIAN BLUE 8GX has a neutral to slightly acidic pH level, a molecular weight of 1299.87 g/mol, and can be identified by its distinctive blue fine powder appearance.