| Alternate Names | Basic Blue 17, Tolonium chloride |
| Application | Toluidine Blue O is a metachromatic dye for histological staining, also used as a hemostatic |
| CAS Number | 92-31-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 305.83 |
| Molecular Formula: | C15H16N3S•Cl |
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data (including water content).
Toluidine Blue O is metachromatic dye used for a variety of histological staining. A solution of this organic molecule strengthens cell walls in plants by binding to cellulose fibers. Color index 52040.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
| Appearance | Powder |
| Physical State | Solid |
| Solubility | Soluble in water (38.2 mg/ml), ethanol (4 mg/ml), methanol, and alcohol. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature |
SAFETY INFORMATION
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| RTECS | SP5670000 |
| PubChem CID | 7083 |
| Merck Index | 14: 9520 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00011934 |
| EC Number | 202-146-2 |
| Beilstein Registry | 3580048 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC2=C(C=C1N)SC3=CC(=[N+](C)C)C=CC3=N2.[Cl-] |