5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride

5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride

• CAS Number: 90217-02-0
• UNSPSC Description: 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride (CTC) is a redox-sensitive red fluorescent dye. 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride can be used for detecting metabolic activity in microorganisms. The emission maximum of 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride is 602 nm[1].
• Target Antigen: Fluorescent Dye
• Type: Dye Reagents
• Related Pathways: Others
• Field of Research: Others; Cancer
• Assay Protocol: https://www.medchemexpress.com/5-cyano-2-3-di-p-tolyl-tetrazolium-chloride.html
• Purity: 98.06
• Solubility: 10 mM in DMSO
• Smiles: N#CC1=NN(C2=CC=C(C)C=C2)[N+](C3=CC=C(C)C=C3)=N1.[Cl-]
• Molecular Weight: 311.77
• References & Citations: [1]Rodriguez GG, et al. Use of a fluorescent redox probe for direct visualization of actively respiring bacteria. Appl Environ Microbiol. 1992 Jun;58(6):1801-8. doi: 10.1128/aem.58.6.1801-1808.1992.
• Shipping Conditions: Room Temperature
• Storage Conditions: 4°C (Powder, protect from light)
• Clinical Information: Phase 3