Methylene Blue (Certified Biological Stain), Fisher Chemical™

Description

For use in histology, bacteriology (staining), compounding of blood stains

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7220-79-3
• Molecular Formula: C16H24ClN3O3S
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 373.90
• MDL Number: MFCD00150008
• InChI Key: XQAXGZLFSSPBMK-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• Synonym: Basic Blue 9
• PubChem CID: 104827
• IUPAC Name: 3,7-bis(dimethylamino)-5λ⁴-phenothiazin-5-ylium trihydrate chloride
• SMILES: O.O.O.[Cl-].CN(C)C1=CC2=[S+]C3=CC(=CC=C3N=C2C=C1)N(C)C

• Melting Point: 190°C
• Bio. Stain Comm. Certification: Pass Test
• Dye Content: Report %
• Formula Weight: 373.9
• Grade: Certified Biological Stain
• Packaging: Glass Bottle
• Vapor Pressure: Vapor Pressure: Negligible
• Decomposition Information: 190°C
• Density: 1.230g/cm³
• Color Index No.: 52015
• Color: Green
• pH: 3 to 4.5
• Quantity: 25 g
• Physical Form: Solid
• Chemical Name or Material: Methylene Blue

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement

WARNING!

Precautionary Statement

Emergency Overview Harmful if swallowed. Causes eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. May cause methemoglobinemia. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Do not induce vomiting. NFPA Health:2 Flammability:1 Instability:0

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