Description

2-(2-Benzothiazolyl)-3,5-Diphenyltetrazolium Bromide is a specialized tetrazolium salt widely used as a vital reagent in biochemical and analytical applications. Its primary value lies in its role as a redox indicator, particularly in assays that measure cellular metabolic activity and enzyme function. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences sectors.

Application

• Cell Viability and Proliferation Assays: Key component in MTT and related assays to quantify mitochondrial activity in live cells.
• Microbiological Testing: Used as an indicator in tests for microbial contamination and antimicrobial susceptibility.
• Enzyme Activity Studies: Serves as an electron acceptor in dehydrogenase and reductase enzyme assays.
• Toxicology Screening: Employed in in vitro tests to assess the cytotoxic effects of chemicals and drugs.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in various research protocols involving redox reactions and electron transfer.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: A critical raw material in the production of diagnostic kits for clinical and research use.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Benzothiazolyl)-3,5-Diphenyltetrazolium Bromide
CAS No.	55699-64-4
Molecular Formula	C20H15BrN6S
Molecular Weight	451.34 g/mol
Synonyms	MTT Bromide; MTT Tetrazolium Bromide; Thiazolyl Blue Tetrazolium Bromide; 3-(4,5-Dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyl-2H-tetrazolium Bromide (common mis-assignment); 2,5-Diphenyl-3-(2-benzothiazolyl)tetrazolium Bromide; Tetrazolium Blue Bromide; MTT Salt; Benzothiazolyl Diphenyl Tetrazolium Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Benzothiazolyl)-3,5-Diphenyltetrazolium Bromide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive analytical and research applications. Each lot is tested to meet stringent in-house specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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)	Soluble in DMSO, Methanol

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