CRYSTAL VIOLET
CRYSTAL VIOLET For Microscopy
C.I.No.42555Crystal Violet is a component of Gram staining that allows one to recognize the difference between gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria with differential staining.
Short Name: CRYSTAL VIOLET
Synonym: Basic Violet 3, Gentian Violet, Hexamethylpararosaniline chloride, Methyl Violet 10B
Basic Details
Article No.
LG1566
Grade
For Microscopy
Purity
88% dye content
CAS No.
548-62-9
HS Code
3204.9000
Shelf Life
60 Months
Packings Avialable
Physical Properties
Physical state at 20 °C
Solid
Colour
Dark green powder
Odour
Slight characteristic odor
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C]
173 °C
Solubility in water [% weight]
Soluble in water
Chemical Specifications
Appearance
Dark green powder
Absorption maxima
589 - 594 nm
Dye content
Min 88%
Specific absorptivity 1%/1cm (at λmax)
2050 - 2450
Loss on drying
Max 10%
Suitability (for microscopy)
Passes test
Safety Information & Hazard Symbols
Symbol
GHS05, GHS07, GHS08, GHS09
Signal Word
Danger
UN No.
3077
IMCO Class No.
9
Packing Group
III
Hazardous Statement
H302-H318-H351-H410
Precaution Statement
P273-P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P501