Description

Triphenyltetrazolium is a vital organic salt widely used as a biochemical indicator and reagent. Its primary value lies in its ability to serve as a sensitive electron acceptor, producing a vivid, colored formazan product upon reduction. This makes it indispensable for researchers and quality control professionals in life sciences and industrial microbiology. Key industries that rely on this compound include pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic research, and food safety testing.

Application

• Microbial Viability and Sterility Testing: Used as a key component in assays to detect viable microorganisms, particularly in pharmaceutical and medical device quality control.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as an electron acceptor in dehydrogenase enzyme assays and studies of cellular respiration and metabolic activity.
• Seed Viability Testing: Employed in agricultural sciences to assess seed germination potential and vigor.
• Cytotoxicity and Cell Proliferation Assays: Utilized in vitro to measure cell viability and screen for cytotoxic compounds in drug discovery.
• Food and Beverage Industry: Applied in rapid microbiological methods to detect microbial contamination.
• Histochemical Staining: Used in tissue sections to localize sites of dehydrogenase enzyme activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triphenyltetrazolium
CAS No.	902-00-1
Molecular Formula	C19H15N4
Molecular Weight	299.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium; TTC; Tetrazolium Red; Triphenyl Tetrazolium Chloride (common historical name); TPTZ; Red Tetrazolium; 2,3,5-Triphenyltetrazolium; NSC 1770
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Quality Control

Our Triphenyltetrazolium is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by FT-IR, purity assay by HPLC, and loss on drying, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive biochemical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent performance.

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; prolonged exposure to moisture or light may affect its stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, ethanol, acetone
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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