Kovac's Indole Reagent

  • CAS :
    100-10-7
  • REF :
    25557
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QUANTITY PRICE ENQUIRY
100 ml Rs 250.00

Product Information

  • Composition: p-Dimethylaminobenzaldehyde in amyl alcohol and hydrochloric acid.
  • CAS: Not applicable (mixture)
  • EC No.: Not applicable
  • M (Molar Mass): Not applicable
  • D (Density): ~0.9 g/mL
  • mp (Melting Point): Not applicable
  • bp (Boiling Point): Not applicable
  • Optical Rotation: Not applicable

Chemicals Properties

  • Appearance: Yellow to orange liquid.
  • Composition: Typically 5 g p-dimethylaminobenzaldehyde, 75 mL amyl alcohol, 25 mL concentrated HCl.
  • Sensitivity: Detects indole at ≥ 0.1 mM concentration.
  • Stability: Stable for 6 months if stored in amber bottle.
  • Use: For detection of indole production by microorganisms.

Hazard Information

  • Hazard: Flammable. Corrosive. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • Safety: Use in a fume hood. Wear gloves, goggles, and lab coat.
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly closed amber glass container.