8006-34-6

Basic information

• Product Name: AZURE B
• Synonyms: LABOTEST-BB LT01138522;METHYLENE AZURE B;METHYLENE AZUR B;METHYLENEAZURE;AZUR B;AZUR B EOSINATE;AZURE B EOSINATE;AZURE B MACNEAL
• CAS NO: 8006-34-6
• Molecular Formula: C15H16ClN3S
• Molecular Weight: 305.83
• EINECS: 208-511-2
• Mol File: 8006-34-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 205-210 °C (dec.)(lit.)
• Appearance: /
• CAS DataBase Reference: AZURE B(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: AZURE B(8006-34-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: AZURE B(8006-34-6)

Safety Data

• Safety Statements: 22-24/25
• WGK Germany: 3
• RTECS: SO5550000
• Hazardous Substances Data: 8006-34-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

AZURE B, also known as methylene blue, is a synthetic dye that is commonly used in the medical and scientific fields. It is a cationic dye that is commonly used as a staining agent in histology and microbiology, particularly for highlighting cell structures and identifying certain types of bacteria. In addition to its use as a dye, AZURE B also has medicinal applications, including as a treatment for methemoglobinemia, a condition in which the blood's oxygen-carrying capacity is reduced. It has also been studied for its potential as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease and for its antiviral and antibacterial properties. However, it is important to note that AZURE B can be toxic if ingested in large quantities and should be handled and used with caution.