Description

1,3-Diamino-5-Methylphenazinium Chloride is a specialized phenazinium dye salt with significant utility in advanced material science and analytical chemistry. Its core value lies in its unique redox-active and chromophoric properties, which are essential for developing sensitive detection systems and functional materials. This compound is particularly needed by researchers and manufacturers in the biotechnology, diagnostic, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from biosensor development to the synthesis of novel electroactive polymers.

Application

• Electrochemical Biosensor Development: Used as a redox mediator to facilitate electron transfer in enzyme-based sensors for glucose, lactate, and other analytes.
• Histological Staining & Diagnostic Reagents: Serves as a key component or intermediate in formulating specialized stains for cellular and tissue analysis in pathology.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Investigated as a building block for n-type organic semiconductors and conductive polymers due to its stable cationic radical and electron-accepting character.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Studies: Explored as a potential photosensitizer in research due to its light-absorbing properties within the phenazinium class.
• Analytical Chemistry & Spectroscopy: Employed as a standard or reagent in spectroscopic methods and as a probe for studying electron transfer processes.
• Corrosion Inhibition Research: Evaluated for its potential application as an inhibitor for metals in specific industrial environments.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Diamino-5-Methylphenazinium Chloride
CAS No.	1084-43-1
Molecular Formula	C13H13ClN4
Molecular Weight	260.72 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-1,3-diaminophenazinium Chloride; Methyl Neutral Red Chloride; 1,3-Diamino-5-methylphenazin-5-ium Chloride; 5-Methyl Neutral Red; Basic Red 5 Related Compound; Phenazinium, 1,3-diamino-5-methyl-, chloride; Aizen Cathilon Red GLH
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Diamino-5-Methylphenazinium Chloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect this light-sensitive compound from moisture and atmospheric contaminants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.