Description

Acriflavine Hydrochloride is a synthetic acridine dye with significant antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. This compound is valued for its ability to inhibit the growth of a wide range of bacteria and protozoa, making it a crucial agent in research and therapeutic applications. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, veterinary, and life science research industries for applications ranging from topical antiseptics to biological staining.

Application

• Topical Antiseptic Formulations: Used in creams, ointments, and solutions for the treatment of wound infections and burns.
• Veterinary Medicine: Employed as an antiseptic and disinfectant for the treatment of external infections in animals.
• Biological Staining: Serves as a fluorescent stain in microscopy for nucleic acid visualization and in histology.
• Protozoacide: Applied in aquaculture and research to control protozoan parasites like Ichthyophthirius.
• Research Reagent: Used in biochemical and pharmacological studies to investigate antimicrobial mechanisms and nucleic acid interactions.
• Disinfectant Solutions: A component in solutions for disinfecting surfaces and equipment in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acriflavine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	69235-50-3
Molecular Formula	C14H14ClN3
Molecular Weight	259.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Acriflavinium Chloride; 3,6-Diamino-10-methylacridinium Chloride; Trypaflavine; Gonacrine; Euflavine; Flavine; Acriflavine HCl; Neutral Acriflavine
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Quality Control

Our Acriflavine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, loss on drying, and residue on ignition. While not USP/EP grade certified, our quality protocols are designed to meet the exacting standards required for research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; precautions must be taken to minimize exposure to air and humidity during handling to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange-red to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Solubility	Soluble in water, sparingly soluble in ethanol

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