Congo Red, Reagent Grade, LabChem™

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 573-58-0
• Molecular Formula: C32H22N6Na2O6S2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 696.664
• InChI Key: IQFVPQOLBLOTPF-UHFFFAOYSA-L
• PubChem CID: 11313
• ChEBI: CHEBI:34653
• IUPAC Name: disodium;4-amino-3-[[4-[4-[(1-amino-4-sulfonatonaphthalen-2-yl)diazenyl]phenyl]phenyl]diazenyl]naphthalene-1-sulfonate
• SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=CC(=C2N)N=NC3=CC=C(C=C3)C4=CC=C(C=C4)N=NC5=C(C6=CC=CC=C6C(=C5)S(=O)(=O)[O-])N)S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+]

• Melting Point: 360°C
• CAS Max %: 100
• Linear Formula: C₃₂H₂₂N₆O₆S₂Na₂
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water
• Identification: Passes Test
• Formula Weight: 696.67
• Grade: Reagent
• Packaging: Amber Glass
• Decomposition Information: Nitrogen oxides; Sulfur compounds; Fume; Carbon monoxide; Carbon dioxide
• Color: Red
• Quantity: 10 g
• Physical Form: Powder
• Chemical Name or Material: Congo Red

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Danger
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement May cause cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, eye protection. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
EINECSNumber	209-358-4
Recommended Storage	Room Temperature