2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride, 98%, C19H15ClN4, CAS Number-298-96-4, triphenyltetrazolium chloride, tetrazolium chloride, urocheck, tetrazolium red, tetrazolium chloride, uroscreen, red tetrazolium, vitastain, 2,3,5-triphenyltetrazolium chloride, 2,3,5-triphenyl-2h-tetrazolium chloride

2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride is used as a redox indicator. It is also used in biochemical experiments, especially to indicate cellular respiration. It is employed in autopsy pathology to assist identification of post-mortem myocardial infarctions.

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Applications
2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride is used as a redox indicator. It is also used in biochemical experiments, especially to indicate cellular respiration. It is employed in autopsy pathology to assist identification of post-mortem myocardial infarctions.

Solubility
Soluble in water, ethanol and acetone. Insoluble in ether.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications

• Melting Point: ∼250°C (decomposition)
• Assay Percent Range: 98%
• Quantity: 250 g
• Beilstein: 3923356
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic; Light sensitive
• Merck Index: 14,9744
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water,ethanol and acetone. Insoluble in ether.
• Formula Weight: 334.81
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Chemical Name or Material: 2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride

RUO – Research Use Only