Description

Methyl Green Zinc Chloride Salt is a specialized histological stain and biological dye complex. This compound is valued for its distinct metachromatic staining properties, particularly for nucleic acids in microscopy. It is primarily utilized in life science research, diagnostic laboratories, and educational institutions for chromosome and tissue staining. The product is supplied as a high-purity salt to ensure consistent and reliable staining results.

Application

• Histological Staining: Used as a vital stain for chromatin and chromosomes in cytogenetics and pathology.
• Microscopy: Employed in combination with other dyes for differential staining of cell structures in light microscopy.
• Biological Research: Applied in nucleic acid detection and visualization within fixed tissue sections and cell smears.
• Diagnostic Laboratories: A key component in standardized staining kits for clinical cytology and histopathology.
• Educational Kits: Supplied in prepared solutions or powder form for teaching laboratories in universities and colleges.
• Quality Control Reagent: Used in the manufacturing and QC of other diagnostic staining products and kits.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Green Zinc Chloride Salt
CAS No.	7114-03-6
Molecular Formula	C26H33Cl3N3Zn
Molecular Weight	605.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Green Zinc Chloride Double Salt; Methyl Green ZnCl2 Salt; Basic Green 5, zinc chloride salt; C.I. 42585; Methyl Green (zinc chloride); Methyl Green Stain; Methyl Green (Zinc Chloride Complex); Methyl Green, Certified
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Green Zinc Chloride Salt is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance in sensitive staining applications. Each lot is tested for identity, purity, and staining performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, solubility, and spectral characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect performance. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green crystalline powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Dye Content)	≥ 85%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Solubility (in Water)	Clear, green solution
Absorbance Spectrum	Conforms to reference
Staining Performance	Passes biological stain commission test

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