Fluorescein isothiocyanate
IUPAC: 3',6'-dihydroxy-5-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one;3',6'-dihydroxy-6-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one
| Formula / Notation | C42H22N2O10S2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 27072-45-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 778.8 |
| Appearance | Orange solid; [Merck Index] Dark yellow powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] |
| Also Known As | 3',6'-dihydroxy-5-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one;3',6'-dihydroxy-6-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one; 27072-45-3; MFCD22575282; 3',6'-Dihydroxy-5(or 6)-isothiocyanatospiro[isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-[9H]xanthen]-3-one; Isothiocyanatofluorescein; 5-6-FITC; orb1307244; SCHEMBL28250997; SCHEMBL29449527; Fluorescein isothiocyanate, 95% |
| Category | Laboratory Reagents |
What is Fluorescein isothiocyanate?
Fluorescein isothiocyanate (C42H22N2O10S2) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Orange solid; [Merck Index] Dark yellow powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]. It has a molecular weight of 778.8 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3',6'-dihydroxy-5-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one;3',6'-dihydroxy-6-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 3',6'-dihydroxy-5-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one;3',6'-dihydroxy-6-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one
Other Names / Synonyms: 3',6'-dihydroxy-5-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one;3',6'-dihydroxy-6-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one; 27072-45-3; MFCD22575282; 3',6'-Dihydroxy-5(or 6)-isothiocyanatospiro[isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-[9H]xanthen]-3-one; Isothiocyanatofluorescein; 5-6-FITC; orb1307244; SCHEMBL28250997; SCHEMBL29449527; Fluorescein isothiocyanate, 95%
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 778.8 |
| Appearance | Orange solid; [Merck Index] Dark yellow powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] |
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
Fluorescein isothiocyanate (C42H22N2O10S2) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Orange solid; [Merck Index] Dark yellow powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]. It has a molecular weight of 778.8 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3',6'-dihydroxy-5-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one;3',6'-dihydroxy-6-isothiocyanatospiro[2-benzofuran-3,9'-xanthene]-1-one.
Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.
Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Fluorescein isothiocyanate is: C42H22N2O10S2