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Crystal violet

MicroscopyAvailable on request

Buy Crystal violet (CAS 548-62-9) from Zemixal. Lab and bulk packs, batch COA, fast global delivery. Catalogue no. ZX-000546.

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Crystal violet chemical structure
CAS number548-62-9
FormulaC25H30ClN3
Molar mass408 g/mol
Physical formCrystalline
HS code32041349
UN numberUN 3077
Purity96–100.5%
InChIKeyZXJXZNDDNMQXFV-UHFFFAOYSA-M
IUPAC name[4-[bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]methylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]-dimethylazanium chloride

About Crystal violet

Zemixal supplies Crystal violet within its laboratory Chemicals & Reagents portfolio. Identity at a glance (Microscopy): CAS 548-62-9, formula C25H30ClN3 and molar mass 408 g/mol. Typical appearance is dark green powder to crystals.

Common uses in the lab and plant

  • Histology & cytology staining
  • Microscopy
  • Clinical laboratories
  • Dyes & pigments manufacture

Safe handling

It carries the GHS signal word Danger (H302, H318, H351 and H400), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation. For transport it ships as UN UN 3077.

Available as 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. You receive a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS with each order. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

Typical uses

  • Histology & cytology staining
  • Microscopy
  • Clinical laboratories
  • Dyes & pigments manufacture

Applications

Agrochemicals and Crop ProtectionDiagnostics, Life Science and BiotechResearch Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Crystal violet
Product nameCrystal violet
Catalogue numberZX-000546
CAS number548-62-9
IUPAC name[4-[bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]methylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]-dimethylazanium chloride
Molecular formulaC25H30ClN3
Molar mass408 g/mol
Exact mass407.2128
GradeMicroscopy
Purity / assay96–100.5%
Physical formCrystalline
AppearanceDark green powder to crystals
H-bond donors / acceptors0 / 3
Topological polar surface area9.5 Ų
HS code32041349
UN numberUN 3077
InChIKeyZXJXZNDDNMQXFV-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILESCN(C)C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=C2C=CC(=[N+](C)C)C=C2)C3=CC=C(C=C3)N(C)C.[Cl-]
PubChem CID11057
SynonymsBaszol Violet 57, gentian violet, methylrosanilinium chloride, Aniline Violet, Hexamethyl Violet, Methyl Violet 10B, Methylrosaniline chloride, Pyoktanin, Avermin, Vianin, Bismuth Violet, Hexamethylpararosaniline chloride

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

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful
GHS08 Health hazard
Health hazard
GHS09 Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Signal word Danger

  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H318Causes serious eye damage
  • H351Suspected of causing cancer
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements P203, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P318, P330, P391, 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 Crystal violet
25 gQuoted on request
100 gQuoted on request
500 gQuoted on request
1 kgQuoted on request
4 x 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 Crystal violet

Which CAS number identifies Crystal violet?
Crystal violet is registered under CAS 548-62-9. You may also see it listed as Baszol Violet 57, gentian violet, methylrosanilinium chloride. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-000546.
What are the formula and molar mass of Crystal violet?
For Crystal violet, its formula is C25H30ClN3 and its molar mass is 408 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is [4-[bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]methylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]-dimethylazanium chloride. InChIKey ZXJXZNDDNMQXFV-UHFFFAOYSA-M lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Crystal violet?
This listing is Microscopy grade with 96–100.5% purity. Standard packs are 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Crystal violet?
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 Crystal violet to my country?
Yes. Because Crystal violet is classed as hazardous (UN 3077), 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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