Description

4-[1-(4-Iodophenyl)-5-(4-Nitrophenyl)-Formaz-3-Yl]-1,3-Benzene Disulfonate, Disodium Salt is a specialized formazan dye derivative, a high-value chromogenic compound prized for its distinct colorimetric properties and reactivity. This compound matters for its critical role as a key intermediate and analytical reagent in advanced research and industrial processes requiring precise color development or complexation. It is needed by R&D laboratories, analytical chemistry specialists, and manufacturers in the fields of biochemical diagnostics, materials science, and specialized dye synthesis.

Application

• As a chromogenic substrate or indicator in enzymatic assays and diagnostic test kits.
• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex formazan-based dyes and pigments.
• For analytical chemistry applications, including metal ion detection and complexometric titrations.
• In materials science research for developing color-changing sensors and smart materials.
• As a biochemical staining agent in cell viability assays (e.g., MTT assay analogues).
• For photographic and imaging chemistry due to its light-sensitive nitro and iodine substituents.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[1-(4-Iodophenyl)-5-(4-Nitrophenyl)-Formaz-3-Yl]-1,3-Benzene Disulfonate, Disodium Salt
CAS No.	150849-53-9
Molecular Formula	C25H15I1N4Na2O8S2
Molecular Weight	760.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Disodium 4-[1-(4-iodophenyl)-5-(4-nitrophenyl)formazan-3-yl]benzene-1,3-disulfonate; 1,3-Benzenedisulfonic acid, 4-[1-(4-iodophenyl)-5-(4-nitrophenyl)formazan-3-yl]-, disodium salt; Formazan dye derivative, nitro-iodo substituted; Tetrazolium salt precursor; Chromogenic formazan reagent; Nitrophenyl iodophenyl formazan disulfonate
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 4-[1-(4-Iodophenyl)-5-(4-Nitrophenyl)-Formaz-3-Yl]-1,3-Benzene Disulfonate, Disodium Salt is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure product integrity and traceability for your research and production needs. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark colored powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%

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