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2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride is used as a redox indicator. It is also used in biochemical experiments, especially to indicate cellular respiration. It is employed in autopsy pathology to assist identification of post-mortem myocardial infarctions.
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2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride is used as a redox indicator. It is also used in biochemical experiments, especially to indicate cellular respiration. It is employed in autopsy pathology to assist identification of post-mortem myocardial infarctions.
Solubility
Soluble in water, ethanol and acetone. Insoluble in ether.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | ∼250°C (decomposition) |
Assay Percent Range | 98% |
Quantity | 10 g |
Beilstein | 3923356 |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic; Light sensitive |
Merck Index | 14,9744 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water,ethanol and acetone. Insoluble in ether. |
Formula Weight | 334.81 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | 2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride |
Safety and Handling
- 2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride
RUO – Research Use Only
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