SCHIFF`S REAGENT

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SCHIFF`S REAGENT Specification

HS Code
38220090 (Reagents for laboratory use)

Smell
Odorless

Structural Formula
Depends on the preparation; not a single defined structure but involves fuchsin

Properties
Reddish-pink liquid highly acidic used for aldehyde identification or staining techniques

Purity
Depends but typically high-purity reagents are used

Appearance
Clear reddish-pinkish solution

Usage
Commonly utilized in Feulgen staining and periodic acid-Schiff (PAS) reaction tests

Ph Level
Highly acidic (approximately 1-2 in solution)

Shape
Liquid (not applicable to solids or fixed shapes)

Ingredients
Sulfur dioxide (SO2) basic fuchsin water

CAS No
Not applicable as its a mixture rather than a single compound (may vary)

Taste
Odorless and tasteless

Application
Used in biochemistry and histology for staining and nucleic acid detection; detects aldehydes

Molecular Weight
Variable based on the exact chemical formulation

Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from light; typically refrigerated

Refractive Rate
Not applicable (primarily a liquid reagent)

Solubility
Completely soluble in water

EINECS No
Not available (mixture rather than a single chemical substance)

Physical Form
Liquid (commonly as an aqueous solution)

Poisonous
NO

Molecular Formula
Varies depending on the preparation (commonly derivatives of rosaniline hydrochloride)

Density
1 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Melting Point
Not applicable (solution-based chemical)

Shelf Life
Typically stable for several months to 1 year if stored properly

Grade
Laboratory grade

About SCHIFF`S REAGENT

Schiffs Reagent is an odorless and tasteless liquid utilized in biochemistry and histology for staining and nucleic acid detection. This highly acidic liquid solution is primarily used for aldehyde identification techniques, such as Feulgen staining and periodic acid-Schiff (PAS) reaction tests. Stored in a cool, dry place away from light, typically at refrigerated temperatures, this clear reddish-pinkish solution remains stable for several months to a year if stored properly. Being a laboratory-grade reagent, it is completely soluble in water and has a density of 1 gram per cubic centimeter.

FAQs of SCHIFF`S REAGENT:

Q: What applications is Schiffs Reagent commonly used for?

A: Schiffs Reagent is commonly utilized in biochemistry and histology for staining, nucleic acid detection, Feulgen staining, and periodic acid-Schiff (PAS) reaction tests.