ERYTHROSINE
Erythrosine is a synthetic dye used in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Side effects are minimal but may include hypersensitivity or gastrointestinal discomfort. Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Erythrosine (FD&C Red No. 3) is a xanthene dye with strong iodinated fluoresceinlike chromophore activity. It absorbs visible light and fluoresces intensely, making it suitable in biological staining and photophysical studies. It interacts with proteins and membranes via electrostatic and hydrophobic forces.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in fluorescencelabelling studies, staining assays, photodynamic research, and dyeprotein interaction modelling.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include mild irritation, thyroidrelated concerns with high exposure due to iodine content, and rare hypersensitivity reactions. Handle with dyecompound precautions.
Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C20H6I4Na2O5 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 835.9 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 16423-68-0 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | 0.7 mg/mL |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | ERYTHROSINE; E127; 3',6'-dihydroxy-2',4',5',7'-tetraiodospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one; FD & C red no. 3; 3',6'-dihydroxy-2',4',5',7'-tetraiodospiro(2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene)-1-one |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 3',6'-dihydroxy-2',4',5',7'-tetraiodospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one |
| InChl Key | OALHHIHQOFIMEF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C20H8I4O5/c21-11-5-9-17(13(23)15(11)25)28-18-10(6-12(22)16(26)14(18)24)20(9)8-4-2-1-3-7(8)19(27)29-20/h1-6,25-26H |
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