Description

1 9-Dimethylmethylene Blue Chloride is a high-purity synthetic dye and analytical reagent. This compound is valued for its specific chromogenic properties, making it a critical component in various diagnostic and research applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the life sciences, diagnostic kit production, and histology sectors for its reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Diagnostic Reagent: Used as a key chromogenic substrate in enzymatic assays and diagnostic test kits for clinical analysis.
• Histological Staining: Employed in biological research for staining tissue samples, particularly in specialized protocols for cartilage and proteoglycan detection.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a selective dye in biochemical studies, including the quantification of sulfated glycosaminoglycans (GAGs).
• Veterinary Diagnostics: Applied in the development of diagnostic assays for animal health monitoring and disease detection.
• Quality Control: Utilized as a reference standard in pharmaceutical and biotechnology quality control laboratories.
• Material Science: Potential use in developing colorimetric sensors and indicators for analytical devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	1 9-Dimethylmethylene Blue Chloride
CAS No.	931418-92-7
Molecular Formula	C17H20ClN3S
Molecular Weight	333.88 g/mol
Synonyms	1,9-Dimethylmethylene Blue Zinc Chloride Double Salt; DMMB Chloride; Dimethyl Methylene Blue Chloride; 1,9-Dimethyl-3,7-bis(dimethylamino)phenothiazin-5-ium Chloride; Azure B Variant; Basic Blue 9 Derivative; Phenothiazin-5-ium, 3,7-bis(dimethylamino)-1,9-dimethyl-, chloride; Diagnostic Grade Methylene Blue Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 1 9-Dimethylmethylene Blue Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, and tests for residual solvents and moisture content. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research and diagnostic-grade specifications.

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) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Absorbance Spectrum	Conforms to standard (λmax ~ 640-660 nm)

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