CHRYSOIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE CITRATE
Chrysoidine hydrochloride citrate is an azo dye used in research and industrial applications. Its mechanism involves binding to fabric or biological substrates. Side effects stem from exposure and may include irritation or hypersensitivity.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Chrysoidine hydrochloride citrate is an azo dye compound with cationic properties used primarily as a biochemical stain. It binds nucleic acids and proteins through electrostatic interactions and aromatic stacking, enabling visualisation of cellular structures.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in histology staining research, nucleic‑acid binding studies, microscopy‑contrast enhancement, dye‑protein interaction investigations and analytical chemistry.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include mutagenicity concerns (classical azo‑dye profile), skin and eye irritation, respiratory irritation and environmental toxicity. Handle with dye‑class hazard precautions.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C18H21ClN4O7 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 440.8 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 1464354 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | Chrysoidine hydrochloride citrate; Azoaangin; Azoangin; Azo-pro; Chrysoidine citrate |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid;4-phenyldiazenylbenzene-1,3-diamine;hydrochloride |
| InChl Key | JELYEEACYAGLJF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C12H12N4.C6H8O7.ClH/c13-9-6-7-12(11(14)8-9)16-15-10-4-2-1-3-5-10;7-3(8)1-6(13,5(11)12)2-4(9)10;/h1-8H,13-14H2;13H,1-2H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)(H,11,12);1H |
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