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Methyl Red Indicator

RA001851 CAS 493-52-7 AR

Identity

Product code
RA001851
CAS number
493-52-7
Grade
AR
Molecular formula
C15H15N3O2
Molecular weight
269.31

Classification

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Solid —
Colour Dark red powder —
Odour Odorless —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] 179 °C °C
Vapour density 9.3 —
Solubility in water [% weight] Insoluble in water —

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

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit
Appearance Dark red to maroon to violet or purple powder or crystals —
Identity Passes test —
pH transition range (4.2 - 6.2) Pink Red – yellow orange —
Insoluble matter in ethanol (1 g/L) Passes test —
Absorption maxima (buffer pH 4.2) 523 - 526 nm nm
Absorption maxima (buffer pH 6.2) 427 - 437 nm nm
Loss on drying (110 °C) Max 5.0 % %
Residue on ignition Max 2.0 % %

Packaging

Pack size SKU
25 g RA001851-PK-25G
100 g RA001851-PK-100G
1 kg RA001851-PK-1KG