Product Description: Safranin (Safranin T) is an important and classical phenazinium dye. Safranin has been extensively used in the academic field as a spectroscopic probe and indicator. Safranin possesses a planar structure and cationic charge. It can readily intercalate into biological macromolecules, including DNA and proteins. Safranin can be used as a redox indicator in the determination of metal ion concentration[1].
Formula: C20H19ClN4
References: [1]Wan H, et al. Structure characterization and optical properties investigation of the four main components of the classical phenazinium dye Safranin O. Analyst. 2019;144(24):7149-7156.
CAS Number: 477-73-6
Molecular Weight: 350.84
Research Area: Others
Solubility: DMSO : 25 mg/mL (ultrasonic;warming;heat to 60°C)