Description

2,6-Dibromo-3'-Methylindophenol Sodium Salt is a specialized organic dye and biochemical reagent. This compound is valued for its role as a redox indicator and chromogenic substrate in analytical chemistry and life science research. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and fine chemical sectors for developing assays and analytical methods.

Application

• Redox Indicator: Used in titrimetric analyses and enzymatic assays to visually signal oxidation-reduction potential changes.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a chromogenic substrate in the study of dehydrogenase and oxidase enzyme activities.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A key component in the formulation of test kits for clinical chemistry and point-of-care diagnostics.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed in spectrophotometric methods for the quantitative determination of various analytes.
• Dye Intermediate: Acts as a precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex dyes and pigments.
• Quality Control (QC) Testing: Used in pharmaceutical and chemical QC laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dibromo-3'-Methylindophenol Sodium Salt
CAS No.	5418-34-8
Molecular Formula	C14H8Br2NNaO2
Molecular Weight	421.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dibromo-N-(3-methyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)-1,4-benzoquinone monoimine sodium salt; Sodium 2,6-dibromo-4-[(3-methyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)imino]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-one; 2,6-Dibromo-3-methylindophenol sodium salt; DBMI Sodium Salt; DBMIP-Na; Tillman's Reagent (modified); Redox Indicator DBMI; EINECS 226-542-7
EINECS	226-542-7

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dibromo-3'-Methylindophenol Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure high purity and consistent performance, with specifications typically meeting or exceeding reagent-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (Assay), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance for your critical applications.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in water, ethanol; slightly soluble in organic solvents
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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