| Alternate Names | Mordant Blue 14; CI 51050 |
| Application | Celestine blue is a dye substitute for hematoxylin |
| CAS Number | 1562-90-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 363.80 |
| Molecular Formula: | C17H18ClN3O4 |
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data (including water content).
Celestine blue can be used as a substitute for hematoxylin in hematoxylin and eosin procedures. Celestine blue has an absorption maximum of 642 nm.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
| Appearance | Powder |
| Physical State | Solid |
| Solubility | Soluble in water (miscible). |
| Storage | Store at room temperature |
| Melting Point | 227-230° C |
SAFETY INFORMATION
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| PubChem CID | 73803 |
| Merck Index | 14: 1959 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00011927 |
| EC Number | 216-346-2 |
| Beilstein Registry | 3830911 |
| SMILES | CCN(CC)C1=CC2=C(C=C1)NC3=C(O2)C(=O)C(=O)C=C3C(=[NH2+]) O.[Cl-] |