Safranin O Powder

Premium Biological Stain for Gram Staining, Histology & Microscopy

Catalog Number: ASD-623
CAS Number: 477-73-6
HS Code: 3204.13.00

Product Overview

Safranin O Powder is a high-purity cationic biological dye widely used in microbiology, histology, and cytology laboratories. The dye exhibits strong affinity for acidic cellular components, enabling clear visual contrast in microscopic staining protocols.

It is most commonly used as the counterstain in Gram staining, allowing differentiation of Gram-negative bacteria.

Manufactured under controlled conditions, Ausamics Safranin O ensures consistent staining performance and batch-to-batch reproducibility.

Key Applications

Gram Staining (Microbiology)

Safranin O functions as the counterstain in Gram staining protocols.

• Gram-positive bacteria appear purple
• Gram-negative bacteria appear red/pink

This staining contrast allows rapid bacterial classification in microbiology labs.

Histology

Safranin O is commonly used to stain:

• Cartilage matrix
• Proteoglycans
• Chondrocytes
• Tissue sections

It is widely used in orthopedic research and pathology studies.

Cytology & Microscopy

Safranin O improves visualization in:

• Cytological smears
• Fixed cell preparations
• Tissue imaging under brightfield microscopy

Industrial Applications

Safranin O is also used in:

• Textile dyeing research
• Leather colouring
• Material science studies

Product Features

✔ High-purity laboratory dye
✔ Excellent Gram stain counterstain
✔ Consistent staining intensity
✔ Fine powder for rapid dissolution
✔ Reliable batch-to-batch performance

Specifications

Storage

Store tightly sealed in a dry, cool environment (15-25°C).
Protect from light and moisture.

Safety

Use standard laboratory protective equipment:

• Lab coat
• Gloves
• Safety goggles

For laboratory use only.