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Safranine

MicroscopyAvailable on request

Safranine (CAS 477-73-6) supplier Zemixal: C20H19ClN4, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping. Catalogue no. ZX-000707.

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Safranine chemical structure
CAS number477-73-6
FormulaC20H19ClN4
Molar mass350.8 g/mol
Physical formPowder
HS code32041339
InChIKeyOARRHUQTFTUEOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name3,7-dimethyl-10-phenylphenazin-10-ium-2,8-diamine chloride

About Safranine

Zemixal supplies Safranine within its laboratory Chemicals & Reagents portfolio. Key data (Microscopy): CAS 477-73-6, formula C20H19ClN4 and molar mass 350.8 g/mol. Typical appearance is dark red to very dark red powder.

Use cases we see most often

  • Histology & cytology staining
  • Microscopy
  • Clinical laboratories
  • Biological staining

Handling and storage

Solubility: soluble in H2O. It carries the GHS signal word Danger (H315, H318 and H319), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Order it in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 5 x 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. Every shipment includes a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Send an enquiry through the quote panel and you get a formal offer with Incoterms and delivery time.

Typical uses

  • Histology & cytology staining
  • Microscopy
  • Clinical laboratories
  • Biological staining

Applications

Diagnostics, Life Science and BiotechResearch Labs and UniversitiesTextiles, Dyes and Leather

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Safranine
Product nameSafranine
Catalogue numberZX-000707
CAS number477-73-6
IUPAC name3,7-dimethyl-10-phenylphenazin-10-ium-2,8-diamine chloride
Molecular formulaC20H19ClN4
Molar mass350.8 g/mol
Exact mass350.1298
GradeMicroscopy
Physical formPowder
AppearanceDark red to very dark red powder
SolubilitySoluble in H2O
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 4
Topological polar surface area68.8 Ų
HS code32041339
InChIKeyOARRHUQTFTUEOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCC1=CC2=C(C=C1N)[N+](=C3C=C(C(=CC3=N2)C)N)C4=CC=CC=C4.[Cl-]
PubChem CID2723800
SynonymsBasic Red 2, Safranin O, Safranin, Safranine O, Safranine T, Safranin T, Gossypimine, C.I. Basic Red 2, Safranine Zh, Safranine A, Safranine TH, Safranine B

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

Signal word Danger

  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H318Causes serious eye damage
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

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 Safranine
25 gQuoted on request
100 gQuoted on request
1 kgQuoted on request
5 x 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 Safranine

Which CAS number identifies Safranine?
Safranine is registered under CAS 477-73-6. You may also see it listed as Basic Red 2, Safranin O, Safranin. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-000707.
What are the formula and molar mass of Safranine?
For Safranine, its formula is C20H19ClN4 and its molar mass is 350.8 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 3,7-dimethyl-10-phenylphenazin-10-ium-2,8-diamine chloride. InChIKey OARRHUQTFTUEOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Safranine?
This listing is Microscopy grade. Standard packs are 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 5 x 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Safranine?
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 Safranine to my country?
Yes. Because Safranine 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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