Safranine O is a dark green crystalline powder and is commonly used as a counterstain, classically in the Gram method. It can also be used to demonstrate cartilage, mucin and mast cell granules.
- Used as a counterstain
C.I. 50240
Dye Content: >95%
Molecular Formula: C20H19ClN4
Molecular Weight: 350.85 g/mol
Maxium Absorptivity (in 50:50 Ethanol:Water): 530nm
Absorptivity (E1%in1cm cell Ethanol:Water): 1562
Loss on drying: <3.52%
Hazard Phrazes: Causes serious eye damage.
Prec Phrazes: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical advice/attention.
Cas No: 477-73-6
Einecs No: 207-518-8
Additional information
Weight | N/A |
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Pack Size | 5g, 10g, 25g, 50g, 100g, 1Kg |