Tetranitroblue tetrazolium chloride
[CAS 1184-43-6]

Identification

• Classification: Biochemical >> Biochemical reagent >> Biological dye
• Name: Tetranitroblue tetrazolium chloride
• Synonyms: 3,3'-(3,3'-Dimethoxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4,4'-diyl)bis[2,5-bis(p-nitrophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium] dichloride; TNBT
• Molecular Formula: C₄₀H₂₈Cl₂N₁₂O₁₀
• Molecular Weight: 907.63
• CAS Registry Number: 1184-43-6
• EC Number: 214-665-1

Properties

• Melting point: 170 °C (dec.)

Safety Data

• Hazard Symbols: T
• Risk Statements: R45
• Safety Statements: S53

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Carcinogenicity	Carc.	1B	H350
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	4	H302
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	4	H312
Flammable solids	Flam. Sol.	2	H228
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	4	H332