Product Description: 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride (CTC) is a redox-sensitive red fluorescent dye. 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride can be used for detecting metabolic activity in microorganisms. The emission maximum of 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride is 602 nm[1].
Formula: C16H14ClN5
References: [1]Rodriguez GG, et al. Use of a fluorescent redox probe for direct visualization of actively respiring bacteria. Appl Environ Microbiol. 1992 Jun;58(6):1801-8. doi: 10.1128/aem.58.6.1801-1808.1992.
CAS Number: 90217-02-0
Molecular Weight: 311.77
Research Area: Others
Solubility: 10 mM in DMSO
Target: Fluorescent Dye