Rhodamine B base, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code	Brand	Quantity	Packaging
10378250	Thermo Scientific Acros 215230250	25 g	Glass bottle
10701165	Thermo Scientific 215231000	100 g	Glass bottle

Description

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

General Description

Rhodamine B is an organic water-soluble fluorescent dye

Rhodamine B has been found as a toxic pollutant in aqueous systems that may be removed by photocatalysis methods

Applications

Rhodamine B has been used to prepare fluorescent probes for iron detection

It can be used for fluorescent labeling of nanoparticles and subsequent detection of nanoparticle uptake in cells

Is used as a dye in ELISA, fluorescence microscopy, and flow cytometry

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 509-34-2
• Molecular Formula: C₂₈H₃₀N₂O₃
• MDL Number: MFCD00066967
• Synonym: C.I. 45170.1, Solvent Red 49

Specifications

• CAS: 509-34-2
• Molecular Formula: C₂₈H₃₀N₂O₃
• Beilstein: 19, 344
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: insoluble. Other solubilities: soluble in chloroform, dimethylformamide,, dimethylsulfoxide, ethanol
• Formula Weight: 442.55
• Percent Purity: 97%
• Physical Form: Fine Crystalline Powder

• Assay Percent Range: 99%
• MDL Number: MFCD00066967
• Synonym: C.I. 45170.1, Solvent Red 49
• Infrared Spectrum: Authentic
• Loss on Drying: 1% max. (105°C)
• Color: Lilac
• Chemical Name or Material: Rhodamine B base

Safety and Handling

GHS H Statement:
Harmful if swallowed.
Causes serious eye damage.
Suspected of causing genetic defects.

GHS P Statement:
Wear eye protection/face protection.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Use personal protective equipment as required.
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

WARNING: The information provided on this web site was developed in compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling and use. It is not to be considered as either a warranty or quality specification.

Danger

Product Identifier

• Rhodamine B base

Signal Word

• Warning

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 4
• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 3

Hazard Statement

• H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
• H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
• H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
• H302-Harmful if swallowed.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
• P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
• P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

RUO – Research Use Only