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Thermo Scientific Chemicals Indigo carmine
Description
Useful in the staining of Negri bodiesIndigo carmine is used as a food colorant, pH indicator and dissolved ozone indicator. It is used to detect amino fluid leaks, highlight portions of the urinary tract, tissue stains and tool for the determination of hypochlorite. As a dye in renal function, it is used in testing and detection of nitrates and chlorates, and in the testing of milk.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Useful in the staining of Negri bodiesIndigo carmine is used as a food colorant, pH indicator and dissolved ozone indicator. It is used to detect amino fluid leaks, highlight portions of the urinary tract, tissue stains and tool for the determination of hypochlorite. As a dye in renal function, it is used in testing and detection of nitrates and chlorates, and in the testing of milk.
Solubility
Soluble in ethylene glycol monomethyl ether and ethanol. Slightly soluble in water and alcohol. Insoluble in benzene, chloroform and organic solvents.
Notes
Light sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | >300°C |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| Beilstein | 4103904 |
| Sensitivity | Light sensitive |
| Merck Index | 14,4944 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in ethylene glycol monomethyl ether and ethanol. Slightly soluble in water and alcohol. Insoluble in benzene,chloroform and organic solvents. |
| IUPAC Name | disodium;(2E)-3-oxo-2-(3-oxo-5-sulfonato-1H-indol-2-ylidene)-1H-indole-5-sulfonate |
| Formula Weight | 466.36 |
| Chemical Name or Material | Indigo carmine |
Safety and Handling
- Warning
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
- P333+P313-If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P362+P364-Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
RUO – Research Use Only
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