A non-intercalating stain for DNA.
A useful inhibitor of cGMP-mediated processes and a useful stain
Used after electrophoresis
Less sensitive than Ethidium Bromide.
Reagent Grade
Synonym: C.I. Basic Blue 9, trihydrate (8CI); Methylthionine chloride
Chloride, Trihydrate
EM (661nm, water) >69,000
Ash <1.0%
Moisture <15.0%
Zinc <0.001%
Copper <0.01%
Lead <0.001%
Appearance: Solid
Melting Point: 190°C (dec.) (tautomer)
RTECS Number: SP5740000