2,3,5-Triphenyltetrazolium Chloride (Tetrazole Red)

RT

334, 81

White to orange to green powder

Chromogenic substrate for dehydrogenase used as a dye in cell biological studies.

Synonyms:
1, 3, 5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium Chloride; 1, 3, 5-Triphenyltetrazolium Chloride; 2, 3, 5-Triphenyltetrazolium Chloride; PTB; RT; Red Tetrazolium; TPTZ; TT; TTC; TTC (dye); Tetrazolium Chloride; Tetrazolium Red; Triphenyltetrazolium Chloride; Urocheck; Uroscreen; Vitastain

CAS No:
298-96-4

Molecular Formula:
C₁₉H₁₅ClN₄

Molecular Weight:
334.81

Purity:
≥98%

Appearance:
White to orange to green powder

Loss on Drying:
≤5%

Solubility:
Acetone, Alcohol; Insoluble in Ether

Storage and Stability:
Store at 4ºC. Stable for 6 months after receipt.. Light Sensitive, Hygroscopic.