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Astra Blue 6GLL

Astra Blue 6GLL CAS: 82864-57-1 | MF: C47H52CuN14O6S3 | MW: 1068.75 | Buy now for reliable and Reproducible results from TriStains at Chemical World.

Astra Blue 6GLL (CAS No. 82864-57-1) is a highest grade blue laboratory dye that has been developed to be used as a histological and biochemical stain. This dye is soluble in water and ethanol with the following molecular formula C47H52CuN14O6S3 that allows a variety of laboratory procedures. Astra Blue 6GLL which is certified to be of high purity and consistency has wide use in histology, cytology, microbiology, botany, and biochemical studies with particular use in selective staining of mucopolysaccharides.

Applications

  • Histology & Cytology: The dye is usually employed when highlighting the tissue structures in a histological and cytological specimen. It is very much affined to mucopolysaccharides and thus it is effective in studying the cartilage and connective tissues.
  • Biochemical Research: Astra Blue 6GLL is a biochemical aid that allows the detection and determination of polysaccharides and glycosaminoglycans in bio-samples.
  • Botany & Microbiology: In the plant and microbial research, the dye is useful in distinguishing the layers of tissues and cells in a microscope, enhancing clarity.
  • Combination Staining: Complementary dyes used with frequent complementary dyes include Safranin O, Astra Blue 6GLL to increase multicolor staining methods of advanced tissue differentiation.

Key features

  • Selectivity: High selectivity of the staining towards mucopolysaccharides and tissue elements.
  • Superior Contrast: Enhances the appearance and analysis of stained samples.
  • Quality by lab Certification: Guarantees consistency and reliability.Flexible Solvents Solvent: Compatible with aqueous and alcoholic staining systems.

General Description

Astra Blue 6GLL (CAS No. 82864-57-1) is a histological dye of high activity and has a molecular weight of 1068.75. It is soluble and stable so that it can be utilized in routine and advanced laboratory applications. Known to be of stable quality, it finds extensive application in histology, cytology, microbiology, botany and biochemical laboratories.

Chemical World provides Astra Blue 6GLL as a trustworthy laboratory reagent that can be used in the contemporary research laboratory and diagnostic facilities to address the needs of the modern world. It is irreplaceable on the analysis of connective tissues due to its ability to stain mucopolysaccharides. Astra Blue 6GLL is available at Chemical World so that laboratories would achieve the correct staining outcome and reliable research findings. Every product comes with quality, performance and value orientation. Astra Blue 6GLL (CAS No. 82864-57-1) can be purchased based on pricing and availability through the product page, or the Chemical World sales team can assist you with the product.

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 resolution of cell and tissue components fundamental to life sciences to be clearly visualized. Each product under TriStains series is validated for accuracy, reliability and consistency. TriStains, which manufactures and markets stains and indicators in various packing, offers laboratories turn key solutions for all their staining and indicator needs, improving accuracy in every experiment.

Alternate Names Astra Blue is also known as Basic Blue 140.
Application Astra Blue is a 90% Dye content stain for oligo- and polysaccharides such as cellulose in plant tissues.
CAS Number 82864-57-1
Molecular Weight 1068.75
Molecular Formula: C47H52CuN14O6S3
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use. * Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data (including water content).

Astra Blue is a stain for oligo- and polysaccharides such as cellulose in plant tissues. Astra Blue also acts as a precursor for water soluble phthalocyanines. Astra Blue has a Dye content of 90%. Astra Blue has a wavelength of maximum absorption (?max) of 601 - 609 nm. Astra Blue has also been used for analysis of human mast cells from tissues or blood samples.

Appearance Powder
Physical State Solid
Solubility Soluble in water, methanol, and DMSO.
Storage Desiccate at room temperature

SAFETY INFORMATION

WGK Germany 3
MDL Number MFCD00070974

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