Description

Proflavine Hemisulfate is a synthetic acridine dye and antiseptic agent. It is valued for its potent bacteriostatic and bactericidal properties against a broad spectrum of microorganisms. This compound is primarily utilized in pharmaceutical research, microbiology, and as a topical antiseptic in veterinary and certain medical applications.

Application

• Topical Antiseptic Agent: Used in wound dressings, creams, and solutions for preventing and treating bacterial infections.
• Microbiological Research: Employed as a selective agent in culture media and for studying bacterial genetics and mutagenesis.
• Veterinary Medicine: Applied for the disinfection of wounds and superficial infections in animals.
• Histological Staining: Functions as a fluorescent stain for nucleic acids in microscopy and cell biology studies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex antimicrobial compounds.
• Disinfectant Formulations: A component in specialized disinfectant solutions for laboratory and clinical surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Proflavine Hemisulfate
CAS No.	1811-28-5
Molecular Formula	C13H11N3 • ½H2SO4
Molecular Weight	259.28 g/mol (Free base: 209.25)
Synonyms	3,6-Diaminoacridine hemisulfate; Proflavine sulfate; 2,8-Diaminoacridine hemisulfate; Diaminoacridine sulfate; Acramine Yellow; Euflavine; Proflex; Gonacrine; Trypaflavine Neutral; C.I. 46000; Basic Orange 15
EINECS	217-322-8

Quality Control

Our Proflavine Hemisulfate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, loss on drying, and residue on ignition. Quality is assured to meet the requirements for research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to reddish-brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in water, sparingly soluble in ethanol

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