Brilliant green
IUPAC: [4-[[4-(diethylamino)phenyl]-phenylmethylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]-diethylazanium;hydrogen sulfate
| Formula / Notation | C27H34N2O4S |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 633-03-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 482.6 |
| Melting Point | 210 °C, decomposes. |
| Solubility | 40 mg/ml in water; 60 mg/ml in 2-methoxyethanol; 50 mg/ml in ethanol |
| Appearance | Gold crystals; [Merck Index] Hygroscopic; [MSDSonline] |
| Also Known As | [4-[[4-(diethylamino)phenyl]-phenylmethylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]-diethylazanium;hydrogen sulfate; 633-03-4; Basic green 1; Malachite Green G; Diamond Green G; C.I. Basic Green 1; Fast Green J; Solid Green; Basic Brilliant Green; Basic Green V |
| Category | Indicators |
What is Brilliant green?
Brilliant green is an organic hydrogensulfate salt having 4-{[4-(diethylamino)phenyl](phenyl)methylidene}-N,N-diethylcyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-iminium as the counterion. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, an antiseptic drug, a fluorochrome, a poison, a histological dye and an environmental contaminant. It contains a brilliant green cation.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: [4-[[4-(diethylamino)phenyl]-phenylmethylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]-diethylazanium;hydrogen sulfate
Other Names / Synonyms: [4-[[4-(diethylamino)phenyl]-phenylmethylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]-diethylazanium;hydrogen sulfate; 633-03-4; Basic green 1; Malachite Green G; Diamond Green G; C.I. Basic Green 1; Fast Green J; Solid Green; Basic Brilliant Green; Basic Green V
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 210 °C, decomposes. |
| Molecular Weight | 482.6 |
| Solubility | 40 mg/ml in water; 60 mg/ml in 2-methoxyethanol; 50 mg/ml in ethanol |
| Appearance | Gold crystals; [Merck Index] Hygroscopic; [MSDSonline] |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Brilliant green is an organic hydrogensulfate salt having 4-{[4-(diethylamino)phenyl](phenyl)methylidene}-N,N-diethylcyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-iminium as the counterion. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, an antiseptic drug, a fluorochrome, a poison, a histological dye and an environmental contaminant. It contains a brilliant green cation.
Used as a pH indicator in acid-base titrations, analytical chemistry, and chemical education demonstrations.
May be irritant or toxic in concentrated form. Handle with care. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Brilliant green is: C27H34N2O4S