Description

3-Amino-7-(Dimethylamino)-5-Phenylphenazinium Chloride is a specialized phenazinium dye salt with significant utility in advanced material science and analytical chemistry. Its value lies in its distinct chromophoric and redox-active properties, making it a critical component for high-performance applications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of dye-sensitized solar cells, electrochemical sensors, and as a staining agent in biological assays.

Application

• Electrochemical Sensor Development: Utilized as a redox mediator or electron transfer agent in biosensors and chemical sensors.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Acts as a photosensitizer or hole-transport material due to its light-absorption and charge-separation capabilities.
• Biological Staining & Microscopy: Serves as a fluorescent or contrast agent for staining cellular components in histology and cytology.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Investigated as a component in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and thin-film transistors.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed as a chromogenic substrate or indicator in spectrophotometric assays and detection kits.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Explored for its potential as a photosensitizer in therapeutic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-7-(Dimethylamino)-5-Phenylphenazinium Chloride
CAS No.	2390-56-9
Molecular Formula	C21H19N5·Cl
Molecular Weight	377.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Basic Red 2; Safranine O; Safranin O; Gossypimine; Cotton Red; 3,7-Diamino-2,8-dimethyl-5-phenylphenazinium Chloride; C.I. 50240; Aizen Safranine
EINECS	219-222-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-7-(Dimethylamino)-5-Phenylphenazinium Chloride is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance, relevant for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to brownish-black powder or crystals
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
Solubility (in Water)	Clear, red solution

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