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Amaranth

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Order Amaranth (CAS 915-67-3) online at Zemixal. Request a quote with price, lead time and documents. Catalogue no. ZX-000466.

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Amaranth chemical structure
CAS number915-67-3
FormulaC20H11N2Na3O10S3
Molar mass604.5 g/mol
Physical formPowder
HS code32041984
InChIKeyWLDHEUZGFKACJH-UHFFFAOYSA-K
IUPAC nametrisodium;3-hydroxy-4-[(4-sulfonatonaphthalen-1-yl)diazenyl]naphthalene-2,7-disulfonate

About Amaranth

Amaranth sits in our stains, Fluorescent Dyes & Histology Reagents section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. Key data: CAS 915-67-3, formula C20H11N2Na3O10S3 and molar mass 604.5 g/mol. It is described as brown to red-brown powder.

Use cases we see most often

  • Histology & cytology staining
  • Microscopy
  • Clinical laboratories
  • Protein & peptide research

Storage and safety notes

It carries the GHS signal word Warning (H315, H319 and H335), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Available as 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Every shipment includes a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

Typical uses

  • Histology & cytology staining
  • Microscopy
  • Clinical laboratories
  • Protein & peptide research

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Amaranth
Product nameAmaranth
Catalogue numberZX-000466
CAS number915-67-3
IUPAC nametrisodium;3-hydroxy-4-[(4-sulfonatonaphthalen-1-yl)diazenyl]naphthalene-2,7-disulfonate
Molecular formulaC20H11N2Na3O10S3
Molar mass604.5 g/mol
Exact mass603.9269
Physical formPowder
AppearanceBrown to red-brown powder
H-bond donors / acceptors1 / 12
Topological polar surface area242 Ų
HS code32041984
InChIKeyWLDHEUZGFKACJH-UHFFFAOYSA-K
SMILESC1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=CC=C2S(=O)(=O)[O-])N=NC3=C4C=CC(=CC4=CC(=C3O)S(=O)(=O)[O-])S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+].[Na+]
PubChem CID13506
SynonymsAcid Red 27, Azorubin S, Amaranth (dye), Food Red 9, Azorubine S, Kayaku Amaranth, Java Amaranth, Dolkwal Amaranth, Bordeaux S, Daishiki Amaranth, Acilan Red SE, C.I. Food Red 9

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Amaranth
25 gQuoted on request
100 gQuoted on request
1 kgQuoted on request
5 kgQuoted on request
25 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Amaranth

Which CAS number identifies Amaranth?
Amaranth is registered under CAS 915-67-3. You may also see it listed as Acid Red 27, Azorubin S, Amaranth (dye). Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-000466.
What are the formula and molar mass of Amaranth?
For Amaranth, its formula is C20H11N2Na3O10S3 and its molar mass is 604.5 g/mol. InChIKey WLDHEUZGFKACJH-UHFFFAOYSA-K lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Amaranth?
The grade and assay are confirmed on the quotation and the batch COA. Standard packs are 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Amaranth?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Amaranth to my country?
Yes. Because Amaranth is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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MW
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