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Erythrosin B, spirit soluble
Description
Erythrosin B is used as a red coloring in some foods such as cherries and fish. It is used as printing ink, dental plaque disclosing agent and biological stain. It finds application as a radiopaque medium and sensitizer for orthochromatic photographic films. It is utilized as a cake-decorating gel. In addition to this, it is used in sweets such as candies and popsicles.
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.
Erythrosin B is used as a red coloring in some foods such as cherries and fish. It is used as printing ink, dental plaque disclosing agent and biological stain. It finds application as a radiopaque medium and sensitizer for orthochromatic photographic films. It is utilized as a cake-decorating gel. In addition to this, it is used in sweets such as candies and popsicles.
Solubility
Soluble in water, spirit, methanol, methyl cellosolve and ethanol.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water,spirit,methanol,methyl cellosolve and ethanol. |
| IUPAC Name | 3',6'-dihydroxy-2',4',5',7'-tetraiodo-3H-spiro[2-benzofuran-1,9'-xanthen]-3-one |
| Formula Weight | 835.89 |
| Color | Orange to Orange/Red |
| Quantity | 5 g |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Chemical Name or Material | Erythrosin B |
Safety and Handling
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2
- H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P273-Avoid release to the environment.
- P391-Collect spillage.
- P501b-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
RUO – Research Use Only
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