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Thermo Scientific Chemicals Congo Red, indicator grade
Description
Congo red is useful for staining and visual detection of amyloid deposits. It inhibits the accumulation of the scrapie-associated, protease-resistant isoform of protein PrP without affecting the metabolism of the normal isoform.
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.
Congo red is useful for staining and visual detection of amyloid deposits. It inhibits the accumulation of the scrapie-associated, protease-resistant isoform of protein PrP without affecting the metabolism of the normal isoform.
Solubility
Soluble in water 25 g/L.
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents, acids, reducing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | >360°C |
| Beilstein | 3894858 |
| Merck Index | 14,2498 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water 25g/L. |
| Formula Weight | 696.67 |
| Grade | Indicator |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| Chemical Name or Material | Congo Red |
Safety and Handling
- Congo Red
- Danger
- Carcinogenicity Category 1B
- Reproductive toxicity Category 2
- H350-May cause cancer.
- H361d-Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- 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. Direct red 28
RUO – Research Use Only
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