Carminic Acid 50% CAS: 1260-17-9 | MF: C22H20O13 | MW: 492.39, Buy now for reliable and reproducible results from Tristains at Chemical World.
Carminic Acid 50% is a concentrated laboratory chemical that appears as a red to purple liquid or powder depending on formulation. It is classified as a glucosidal hydroxyanthrapurin derivative, with the 50% strength indicating a robust concentration suitable for dilution and controlled application. Naturally sourced from the cochineal insect (Dactylopius coccus), carminic acid is a water-soluble pigment known for producing an intense red coloration. Its staining properties make it valuable in biological and histological procedures where clarity and color contrast are essential.
Applications
- Commonly used in educational laboratories for teaching natural dyes and microscopic staining.
- Employed as a natural red dye in textile processing and coloration.
Key features
- High Purity: Delivers precise and repeatable staining outcomes in laboratory environments.
- Stable Formulation: Provides consistent results across multiple applications without performance variation.
- Water-Soluble Nature: Allows easy preparation in aqueous laboratory solutions and formulations.
General Description
Carminic Acid 50% (CAS: 1260-17-9) is a naturally derived hydroxyanthrapurin glucoside obtained from Dactylopius coccus. The 50% concentration represents a high-strength formulation designed for dependable use in histology, biological staining, dyeing, and analytical applications. Its brilliant red pigment is widely used for producing clear, well-defined, and reproducible staining results.
For customers looking to buy Carminic Acid 50%, Chemical World supplies laboratory-grade stains and dyes produced under rigorous quality standards. The product is offered with consistent quality, secure packaging, and efficient logistics to support research, industrial, and educational laboratories. Carminic Acid 50% pricing varies depending on quantity and packaging selection. Cost-effective solutions are available for research facilities, industrial users, and academic institutions. Multiple pack sizes are offered to accommodate both routine laboratory use and bulk procurement. For updated pricing and quotation requests, customers may reach out to the sales department.
About Brand
TriStains provides a marketplace for histology and biological stains, which is comprehensive enough to encompass the peculiar requirements of laboratories specializing in Histology, Cytology, Microbiology, and Hematology. With a reputation for exceeding quality expectations, TriStains performance is outstanding, which allows for the resolution of cell and tissue components fundamental to life sciences to be clearly visualized. Each product under the TriStains series is validated for accuracy, reliability, and consistency. TriStains, which manufactures and markets stains and indicators in various packaging, offers laboratories turnkey solutions for all their staining and indicator needs, improving accuracy in every experiment.
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| Alternate Names | Natural red 4 |
| Application | Carminic acid is an anthraquinone glucoside-containing small molecule natural product |
| CAS Number | 1260-17-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 492.39 |
| Molecular Formula: | C22H20O13 |
Carminic acid is an anthraquinone glucoside-containing small molecule natural product.
| Appearance | Powder or crystalline powder |
| Physical State | Solid |
| Solubility | Soluble in water (1.30 mg/ml at 25,° C), 1N Acetic Acid (10 mg/ml), DMSO, and methanol (slightly). Insoluble in chloroform. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature |
| Boiling Point | ~907.6,° C at 760 mmHg (Predicted) |
| Density | 1.9 g/cm3 (Predicted) |
| Refractive Index | n20D 1.79 (Predicted) |
| Optical Activity | 20D +3.1, c = 1 in water; 15D +51.6 in water |
| IC50 | HepG2: IC50= 1.77 mM (human); HeLa: IC50 = 3.73 mM (human) |
| pK Values | pKa: pK1: 2.81, pK2: 5.43, pK3: 8.10 |
SAFETY INFORMATION
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | GG5350000 |
| PubChem CID | 10255083 |
| Merck Index | 14: 1843 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00167028 |
| EC Number | 215-023-3 |
| Beilstein Registry | 71651 |
| SMILES | CC1=C2C(=CC(=C1C(=O)O)O)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C(=C(C(=C3O)O) [C@H]4[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O4)CO)O)O)O)O |
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