Purpurin PurReagent, >=95.0%

PurReagent


Linear Formula:  C14H8O5
Molecular Weight:  256.2 g/mol
CAS Number: 81-54-9

Properties

Water Solubility 6.405mg/L(25 ºC)
Assay Purity >= 95 %
B pt. 359.45°C
M pt. 253 - 256 °C
Density 1.659 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H315,H319,H335
Precautionary Statement  P302 + P352 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code NA
Flash point 113 °C
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Used as a natural red dye and pigment in textiles histological staining analytical chemistry (e.g. boron and calcium detection) and biological research.

Purpose
Primarily used as a coloring agent histological stain and analytical reagent. It is also studied for its antioxidant antimicrobial and potential therapeutic activities.

General Description
Purpurin (1 2 4-trihydroxyanthraquinone) is a naturally occurring anthraquinone compound found in madder roots (Rubia species). It is a red-orange pigment with dyeing and staining properties.