Description

Acriflavine Hydrochloride is a synthetic acridine dye with antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. This compound is valued for its potent activity against a broad spectrum of gram-positive bacteria and certain protozoa, making it a critical agent in specific therapeutic and research contexts. It is primarily utilized in 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 trypanocidal agent in the treatment of animal wounds and certain parasitic infections.
• Biological Staining: Serves as a fluorescent stain in microscopy for nucleic acid detection and in histology.
• Research Reagent: Used in biochemical and microbiological research to study antimicrobial mechanisms and for selective media.
• Disinfectant Solutions: A component in formulations for disinfecting surfaces and equipment in controlled environments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acriflavine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	8063-24-9
Molecular Formula	C14H14ClN3
Molecular Weight	259.74 g/mol
Synonyms	Acriflavinium Chloride; Trypaflavine; Flavine; 3,6-Diamino-10-methylacridinium Chloride; Euflavine; Gonacrine; Neutroflavine; Acriflavine HCl
EINECS	232-518-1

Quality Control

Our Acriflavine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, protect from moisture and store under inert conditions for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange-red to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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