Methylene blue trihydrate, Powder C.I. 52015
Supplier: MP BIOMEDICALS (FKA ICN BIOMED
Synonyms:
C.I.52015
, Swiss Blue
, Basic blue 9
, Methylthioninium chloride trihydrate
, 3,7-Bis(dimethylamino)phenothiazin-5-ium chloride trihydrate
, Methylene blue
Methylene blue has been used as a stain in bacteriology and as an oxidation-reduction indicator. A sensitive stain for RNA and
ribonuclease. An ethidium bromide alternative for the visualization of nucleic acids in gels:
Gels are viewable in visible light. Does not require a darkroom. No UV induced DNA damage. Gels can be stored for several days. 30 minute destaining time for PAGE gels.
Soluble in water (1 mg/ml)
Caution: Research Use Only (RUO).
Formula:
C₁₆H₁₈ClN₃S·3H₂O MW: 373.9 g/mol Storage Temperature: Ambient |
MDL Number:
MFCD00150008 CAS Number: 7220-79-3 |
Specification Test Results
Identity Test | Passes |
UV/Vis: λmax (water) | 662 ± 3 nm |
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