Crystal Voilet Solution
Description
Crystal Violet solution is an aqueous solution of crystal violet dye, known for its vibrant blue-violet color and widely used as a biological stain, antimicrobial agent, and chemical indicator. It is a triarylmethane dye commonly employed in Gram staining to differentiate bacterial species by cell wall composition, and also used to stain cell nuclei and biofilms in research applications.
Properties
Color: Blue-violet in water with absorption max around 590 nm; color shifts with pH.
Solubility: Water soluble, light-sensitive, should be stored in dark containers.
Antimicrobial: Effective antibacterial, antifungal, and anthelmintic properties.
Uses
Histological stain for microscopy and Gram staining to classify bacteria.
Cell viability and biofilm assays in microbiology and cell biology.
Topical antiseptic treatment for fungal and bacterial infections (e.g., candidiasis, thrush).
Industrial dye for textiles, paper, silk, and marking laboratory animals.
Chemical indicator for pH and metal ion detection in colorimetric assays.
Handling
Store in a dark container to protect from light degradation.
Use protective measures as the dye can be an irritant; handle according to safety data.
In summary, Crystal Violet solution is a versatile, water-soluble violet dye widely used in scientific staining, antimicrobial applications, and as a chemical indicator.
Specifications
| Model No. | N-CH1650 |
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