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Stains & Dyes

Indigo Carmine

RA001610 CAS 860-22-0 AR

Identity

Product code
RA001610
CAS number
860-22-0
Grade
AR
Molecular formula
C16H8N2Na2O8S2
Molecular weight
466.36

Classification

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Solid —
Colour Dark blue to violet —
Odour Light odour —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] Min 300 °C °C

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit
Appearance Dark blue-violet powder having a metallic luster of copper. —
Absorption maxima in water 608 - 612 nm nm
Specific absorptivity A 1%/1cm (λmax; 0.001 %; water) 380 - 475 —
Loss on drying (110 °C) Max 10 % %
Suitability (for microscopy) Passes test —

2 grades of this substance are listed. Each grade is a separate product with its own specifications, pack sizes and documents.

Packaging

Pack size SKU
25 g RA001610-PK-25G
100 g RA001610-PK-100G
1 kg RA001610-PK-1KG