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Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%

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Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99% chemical structure
CAS number1239-45-8
FormulaC21H20BrN3
Molar mass394.3 g/mol
Physical formPowder
HS code29339900
UN numberUN 2811
Purity99%
InChIKeyZMMJGEGLRURXTF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name5-ethyl-6-phenylphenanthridin-5-ium-3,8-diamine bromide

About Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%

Zemixal supplies Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99% within its life Science & Biochemicals portfolio. Identity at a glance (Molecular Biology): CAS 1239-45-8, formula C21H20BrN3 and molar mass 394.3 g/mol. Expect red to very dark red and purple to very dark purple powder.

Typical applications

  • Electrophoresis
  • DNA/RNA workflows
  • Protein analysis
  • Pharmaceutical synthesis

Safe handling

Recommended storage is room temperature. Physical constants on file: melting point 236-240'C (and decomposition 260 – 262'C). Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H302, H330 and H341). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures. For transport it ships as UN UN 2811.

Standard pack sizes are 1 g, 5 g and 100 g, and custom quantities are quoted on request. You receive a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS with each order. Add it to your quote list and our team replies with price, lead time and shipping options within one business day.

Typical uses

  • Electrophoresis
  • DNA/RNA workflows
  • Protein analysis
  • Pharmaceutical synthesis

Applications

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Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%
Product nameEthidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%
Catalogue numberZX-003328
CAS number1239-45-8
IUPAC name5-ethyl-6-phenylphenanthridin-5-ium-3,8-diamine bromide
Molecular formulaC21H20BrN3
Molar mass394.3 g/mol
Exact mass393.0841
GradeMolecular Biology
Purity / assay99%
Physical formPowder
AppearanceRed to very dark red and purple to very dark purple powder
Melting point236-240'C (and decomposition 260 – 262'C)
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 3
Topological polar surface area55.9 Ų
StorageRoom temperature
HS code29339900
UN numberUN 2811
InChIKeyZMMJGEGLRURXTF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCC[N+]1=C2C=C(C=CC2=C3C=CC(=CC3=C1C4=CC=CC=C4)N)N.[Br-]
PubChem CID14710
Synonyms2,7-Diamino-10-ethyl-6-phenylphenanthridinium bromide, 2,7-Diamino-10-ethyl-9-phenylphenanthridinium bromide, 3,8-Diamino-1-ethyl-6-phenylphenantridinium bromide, 5-Ethyl-6-phenyl-phenanthridine-3,8-diamine bromide, Homidium bromide, EtBr, 3,8-Diamino-5-ethyl-6-phenylphenanthridinium bromide, Ethydium bromide, Bromure d'homidium, Bromuro de homidio, Homidii bromidum, 2,7-Diamino-9-phenyl-10-ethylphenanthridinium bromide

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

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS06 Acute toxicity
Acute toxicity
GHS08 Health hazard
Health hazard

Signal word Danger

  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H330Fatal if inhaled
  • H341Suspected of causing genetic defects

Precautionary statements P203, P260, P264, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P304 + P340, P316, P318, P320, P330, 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 Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%
1 gQuoted on request
5 gQuoted on request
100 gQuoted on request

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

Questions about Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%

Which CAS number identifies Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%?
Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99% is registered under CAS 1239-45-8. You may also see it listed as 2,7-Diamino-10-ethyl-6-phenylphenanthridinium bromide, 2,7-Diamino-10-ethyl-9-phenylphenanthridinium bromide, 3,8-Diamino-1-ethyl-6-phenylphenantridinium bromide. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-003328.
What are the formula and molar mass of Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%?
For Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%, its formula is C21H20BrN3 and its molar mass is 394.3 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 5-ethyl-6-phenylphenanthridin-5-ium-3,8-diamine bromide. InChIKey ZMMJGEGLRURXTF-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%?
This listing is Molecular Biology grade with 99% purity. Standard packs are 1 g, 5 g, 100 g. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%?
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 Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99% to my country?
Yes. Because Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99% is classed as hazardous (UN 2811), it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.
How do I store Ethidium bromide, for molecular biology, 99%?
Room temperature. Keep the container closed and follow the handling advice in the SDS.

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