【Chemical Name】 Ethidium Bromide
【Chemical Synonyms】 Homidium Bromide; 3,8-Diamino-5-ethyl-6-phenylphenanthridinium bromide
【CAS No.】 518-67-2
【Molecular Formula】 C21H20BrN3
【Molecular Weight】 394.29 g/mol
【Product properties】
- Appearance: Dark red or reddish-brown crystalline powder .
- Purity: ≥98.0% (HPLC) .
- Solubility: Soluble in water and ethanol .
- UV Absorption: Exhibits strong fluorescence when bound to nucleic acids upon UV irradiation .
【Storage】 Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep the container tightly sealed and protected from light. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C .
【Packing】
- Standard packaging: 1g, 5g, and 25g amber glass bottles.
- Bulk quantities are available upon request.
【Application】
- Molecular Biology: Essential fluorescent staining agent for visualizing DNA and RNA in agarose gel electrophoresis .
- Research: Utilized as a DNA intercalator for studying nucleic acid structure and function .
- Quality Control: Used in diagnostic kits and laboratory protocols for nucleic acid detection .
【Product Specification】
| Specification | Standard |
| :--- | :--- |
| Appearance | Dark red crystalline powder |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 98.0% |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and ethanol |
| Storage | 2-8°C, protected from light |
| Safety Notice | Handle with care: Harmful if swallowed. Suspected of causing genetic defects. Handle this material as a potential mutagen and carcinogen. Always wear appropriate protective gloves and eye protection. |