Basic Red 5


Synonym:  Neutral Red
Linear Formula:  C15H17ClN4
Molecular Weight:  288.78 g/mol
CAS Number: 553-24-2

Properties

Water Solubility Soluble
B pt. 497.3℃ at 760mmHg
M pt. 290 ℃(dec.)(lit.)

Safety Information

Symbol
HS Code 32041300
Storage Temp. 2-8℃
Storage Class 6.1
Packaging Glass bottle
UN Number 2810

Description

Application
Useful as an indicator for preparing neutral red paper and as a biological stain.

Purpose
For R&D use onlynot for drug household or other uses.

General Description
Neutral red is added to some growth media for bacterial and cell cultures. It usually is available as a chloride salt.