Description

3,6-Diamino-10-Methylacridinium Chloride Hydrochloride is a high-purity, dual-salt acridine derivative with significant commercial and research utility. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and its intrinsic properties as a cationic dye and photosensitizer. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical sectors. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for critical applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of acridine-based therapeutic agents and antimicrobial compounds.
• Biological Staining & Fluorescent Probes: Used in histology and cytology for staining nucleic acids (DNA/RNA) and as a component in fluorescent dye kits for microscopy and flow cytometry.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer in cancer research due to its light-activated properties.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed in spectrophotometric methods and as a standard or reagent in chemical analysis.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized cationic dyes for textiles, paper, and other materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions, materials, and biological activities of acridine derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Diamino-10-Methylacridinium Chloride Hydrochloride
CAS No.	10597-46-3
Molecular Formula	C14H16Cl2N3
Molecular Weight	297.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Acridine Orange base hydrochloride; 3,6-Bis(dimethylamino)acridine hydrochloride; Acridine Orange hydrochloride; 3,6-Bis(dimethylamino)acridinium chloride hydrochloride; 10-Methylacridinium, 3,6-diamino-, chloride, hydrochloride; Basic Orange 3RN hydrochloride; Euflavine hydrochloride; C.I. 46005 (base form)
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Quality Control

Our 3,6-Diamino-10-Methylacridinium Chloride Hydrochloride is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to meet stringent purity specifications, ensuring suitability for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility Test	Freely soluble in water; soluble in ethanol

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