CA Index Name: Benzo[a]phenoxazin-7-ium, 5,9-diamino-, acetate (1:1)
Other Names: 9-Amino-5-imino-5H-benzo(a)phenox-azine acetate salt; 5H-Benzo[a]phenoxazin-9-amine, 5-imino-, monoacetate; 5H-Benzo[a]phenoxazine, 9-amino-5-imino-, acetate; Benzo[a]phenoxazin-7-ium, 5,9-diamino-, acetate; 5,9-Diaminobenzo[a]phenoxazin-7-ium acetate; Cresyl violet acetate
Merck Index Number: Not listed
Chemical / Dye Class: Phenoxazine
Molecular Formula: C18H15N3O3
Molecular Weight: 321.33
Physical Form: Dark green powder
Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol
Melting Point: 140-143 °C
Absorption (λmax): 596 nm, 601 nm
Emission (λmax): 630 nm
Synthesis: Synthetic method
Staining Applications: Brain; spinal cord; sperms; tissues; white blood cells
Biological Applications: Biochemical and clinical analysis; detecting cellular proteins; treating cardiovascular diseases
Industrial Applications: Dye lasers; optical recording materials
Safety / Toxicity: No data available
Certification / Approval: Certified by Biological Stain Commission (BSC)