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Janus Green B

Catalog number: A17391.14
25 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Janus Green B

Catalog number: A17391.14
25 g, Each
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Catalog number: A17391.14
also known as A17391-14
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
2869-83-2
IUPAC Name
3-(diethylamino)-7-{2-[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]diazen-1-yl}-5-phenyl-5λ⁵-phenazin-5-ylium chloride
Molecular Formula
C30H31ClN6
InChI Key
XXACTDWGHQXLGW-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES
[Cl-].CCN(CC)C1=CC=C2N=C3C=CC(=CC3=[N+](C3=CC=CC=C3)C2=C1)N=NC1=CC=C(C=C1)N(C)C
Form
Powder
Appearance (Color)
Dark green or dark blue to black
lambda-max (UV-Vis)
650 ± 10nm (methanol)
Specific Absorbance (E 1%/1cm)
≥600
Loss on Drying
≤10.0%

Description

Janus Green B is a stain that interacts with DNA and has been used for histology studies including mitochondrial staining, in which its oxidation and reduction reveals alterations to the electron transfer chain. The stain has been utilized in studies for effective and rapid staining of insect chordotonal organs and peripheral nerves, where the nerves appear dark blue in comparison to non stained tissue. With the use of Janus Green B, rabbit lymphatic vessel studies demonstrate that threadlike structures within the lymphatic vessels, known as Bonghan ducts, contain a high density of mitochondria in their cells.

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.

Applications
Janus Green B is a stain that interacts with DNA and has been used for histology studies including mitochondrial staining, in which its oxidation and reduction reveals alterations to the electron transfer chain. The stain has been utilized in studies for effective and rapid staining of insect chordotonal organs and peripheral nerves, where the nerves appear dark blue in comparison to non stained tissue. With the use of Janus Green B, rabbit lymphatic vessel studies demonstrate that threadlike structures within the lymphatic vessels, known as Bonghan ducts, contain a high density of mitochondria in their cells.

Solubility
Soluble in water (20 mg/ml at 20°C), ethanol, and slightly soluble in alcohol.

Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
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