Staining reagents are used to stain specimens to facilitate histology or to elucidate important structures of microorganisms. These products may include stains, blocking agents, staining systems.
Crystal Violet is used as an acid-base indicator, alcohol denaturant, biological stain, textile dye, and an indicator for copper salts. It is a component of gram staining in microorganisms and cell lines.
It is employed as a common biological stain for tissues and cells. Used to make inks and shoe-polish and for dyeing leather, wood, textiles, and plastics. The crude mixture of nigrosine hydrochlorides (Phenol Black L) is used to dye phenolic resins.
Synonym: 3-Hydroxy-4-(1-hydroxy-2-naphthylazo)-7-nitro-1-naphthalene sulfonic acid, sodium salt. Health Hazard 3: 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.
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. Formula Weight: 461.38 IUPAC Name: (4Z)-4-[(1-hydroxynaphthalen-2-yl)hydrazinylidene]-7-nitro-3-oxonaphthalene-1-sulfonic acid;sodium.
Health Hazard 3: GHS P Statement: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/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.
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. ChEBI: CHEBI:51903. TSCA: TSCA. Color: Brown/Orange to Orange/Yellow.