Basic Red 51

• CAT Number: M056006
• CAS Number: 12270-25-6
• Molecular Formula: C13H18ClN5
• Molecular Weight: 279.77
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Basacryl Red X-BL;Maxilon Red SL
• Storage: Desiccate at +4C
• IUPAC Name: 4-[(1,3-dimethylimidazol-1-ium-2-yl)diazenyl]-N,N-dimethylaniline;chloride
• InChI: InChI=1S/C13H18N5.ClH/c1-16(2)12-7-5-11(6-8-12)14-15-13-17(3)9-10-18(13)4;/h5-10H,1-4H3;1H/q+1;/p-1
• InChIKey: NZDXSXLYLMHYJA-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• SMILES: CN1C=C[N+](=C1N=NC2=CC=C(C=C2)N(C)C)C.[Cl-]

Basic Red 51(CAT: M056006), also known as Rhodamine 6G, is a synthetic dye commonly used in various industrial and scientific applications. It is a xanthene-based cationic dye that produces a bright red to pinkish hue. Due to its high fluorescence, Basic Red 51 is widely employed in fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, and laser dye applications. In addition, it has uses in textiles, cosmetics, and biological staining. Its chemical properties make it effective for labeling and tracking biomolecules, allowing for detailed imaging and analysis in cell biology and biochemistry research. However, its safety and environmental impact should be carefully considered in industrial and biological applications.