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Stains & Dyes

Sudan Black B

RA002521 CAS 4197-25-5 Microscopy

Identity

Product code
RA002521
CAS number
4197-25-5
Grade
Microscopy
Purity
60% dye content
Molecular formula
C29H24N6
Molecular weight
456.55

Classification

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Solid —
Colour Black powder —
Odour Odorless —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] 120 - 124 °C °C
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 Black powder —
Dye content Min 60 % %
Absorption maxima in 95% ethanol 596 - 605 nm nm
Loss on drying (50°C; 0.05 mm Hg) (50 °C) Max 5 % %
Suitability (for microscopy) Passes test —

Packaging

Pack size SKU
10 g RA002521-PK-10G
25 g RA002521-PK-25G
100 g RA002521-PK-100G