Safranin O, Reagent Grade, LabChem™

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 477-73-6
• Molecular Formula: C20H19ClN4
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 350.85
• MDL Number: MFCD00011759
• InChI Key: QRYAEWIQIBAZOJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: basic red 2, safranine o, gossypimine, safranin, safranine t, safranin o, safranin t, safranine, tolusafranine, hidaco safranine
• PubChem CID: 2723800
• IUPAC Name: 2,7-diamino-1,8-dimethyl-5-phenyl-5λ⁵-phenazin-5-ylium chloride
• SMILES: [Cl-].CC1=C(N)C=C2C(=C1)N=C1C(C)=C(N)C=CC1=[N+]2C1=CC=CC=C1

• CAS Max %: 100
• Color: Green
• Packaging: Amber Glass
• Linear Formula: C₂₀H₁₉ClN₄
• Quantity: 25 g
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water
• Formula Weight: 350.85
• Grade: Reagent
• Physical Form: Powder
• Chemical Name or Material: Safranin O

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Danger
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement Causes skin irritation and serious eye damage.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement Wear protective gloves, eye protection. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor.
Recommended Storage	Room Temperature