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Thermo Scientific Chemicals Fast Green FCF
Description
Stain for showing collagen, muscle, cytoplasm and cells in mammalian tissuesFast Green FCF is used as a quantitative stain for histones and protein stain in electrophoresis. It is also used as a food dye, which is poorly absorbed by intestine. It is used for tinned green peas and other vegetables, jellies, sauces, fish and desserts. It is considered as a replacement of Light Green SF yellowish in Masson's trichrome. Further, it is utilized in tissue stain.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Stain for showing collagen, muscle, cytoplasm and cells in mammalian tissuesFast Green FCF is used as a quantitative stain for histones and protein stain in electrophoresis. It is also used as a food dye, which is poorly absorbed by intestine. It is used for tinned green peas and other vegetables, jellies, sauces, fish and desserts. It is considered as a replacement of Light Green SF yellowish in Masson′s trichrome. Further, it is utilized in tissue stain.
Solubility
Soluble in water, glycerin, glycol and ethanol.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | ∼290°C (decomposition) |
Beilstein | 5718212 |
Merck Index | 14,3941 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water,glycerin,glycol and ethanol. |
Formula Weight | 808.86 |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Quantity | 5 g |
Chemical Name or Material | Fast Green FCF |
Safety and Handling
- Fast Green FCF
- Warning
- Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2
- H341-Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P202-Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : C.I. Food Green 3
RUO – Research Use Only