Description
Rhodamine B (C.I. 45170), for microscopy, Molar mass (M) 479,02 g/mol, Density (D) 1,31 g/cm³, CAS No. 81-88-9, EC No. 201-383-9, Empirical formula C28H31ClN2O3
Water-soluble fluorescent dye for detection of acid-fast bacteria (e.g. Mycobacteria) in histological sections, usually in combination with auramine O.Excitation maximum: 540 nmEmission maximum: 625 nm
Technical Information
| Max. excitation (DNA-bound) | 540 nm |
| Emissions max. (DNA-bound) | 625 nm |
| Absorption maximum | 543 nm (in MeOH) |
Compliance & Safety Information
Danger
Hazard Statements (H-Phrases)
H318
Causes serious eye damage
H412
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements (P-Phrases)
P280
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305+P351+P338
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310
Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.