Carmine For Miscroscopy

  • CAS :
    1390-65-4
  • REF :
    24783
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QUANTITY PRICE ENQUIRY
5 gm Rs 800.00
25 gm Rs 3270.00

Product Information

  • Formula: C₂₂H₂₀O₁₃ (Carminic acid)
  • CAS: 1390-65-4
  • EC No.: 215-724-4
  • M (Molar Mass): 492.38 g/mol
  • D (Density): Not applicable
  • mp (Melting Point): Decomposes
  • bp (Boiling Point): Not applicable
  • Optical Rotation: Not applicable

Chemicals Properties

  • Dye Content (as Carminic Acid): ≥ 50.0 %
  • Appearance: Dark red to purplish-brown powder or flakes
  • Solubility: Soluble in alkaline solutions; slightly soluble in water and ethanol
  • Staining Performance: Stains nuclei red in histological protocols (e.g., Best's carmine for glycogen)
  • Aluminum Content: Typically 8-12% (as mordant)
  • Ash Content: ≤ 12.0 %
  • Moisture: ≤ 10.0 %
  • Microscopic Purity: Free from foreign particles

Hazard Information

  • Hazard: May cause eye and respiratory irritation
  • Safety: Avoid breathing dust. Wear protective gloves/eye protection
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly closed, light-resistant container