Product Data Sheet

Alcian Blue 8GX

Catalog No. A24763

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Alcian Blue 8GX is a cationic copper phthalocyanine dye that binds specifically to glycoproteins and glycosaminoglycans. This reagent is widely utilized in biological staining applications, facilitating the visualization of proteins in brain tumors as well as DNA in various cells and tissues. Its robust staining capability makes it an essential tool for histological and cytological analyses.
Chemical Information
Catalog NumA24763
M. Wt1298.86
FormulaC56H68Cl4CuN16S4
Purity>98%
Storageat -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base)
CAS No.33864-99-2
SynonymsNSC-324570, NSC324570, NSC 324570
SMILESCN(C)/C(SCC(C=C1)=CC2=C1/C3=N/C(C4=C/5C=CC(CS/C(N(C)C)=[N+](C)\C)=C4)=NC5=N/C6=C(C=C(CS/C(N(C)C)=[N+](C)\C)C=C7)C7=C8N6[Cu]N3/C2=N\C9=N/C(C%10=C9C=CC(CS/C(N(C)C)=[N+](C)/C)=C%10)=N\8)=[N+](C)\C.[Cl-].[Cl-].[Cl-].[Cl-]
Biological Activity
DescriptionAlcian Blue 8GX is a cationic copper phthalocyanine dye that binds specifically to glycoproteins and glycosaminoglycans. This reagent is widely utilized in biological staining applications, facilitating the visualization of proteins in brain tumors as well as DNA in various cells and tissues. Its robust staining capability makes it an essential tool for histological and cytological analyses.
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SHIPPING AND STORAGE
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