o-Phenylenediamine dihydrochloride
CAS Number615-28-1
FormulaC6H4(NH2)2·2HCl
Mol. Weight181.06 g/mol
o-Phenylenediamine dihydrochloride
What is o-Phenylenediamine dihydrochloride?
o-Phenylenediamine dihydrochloride is a chemical compound with CAS number 615-28-1 and molecular formula C6H4(NH2)2·2HCl. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
o-Phenylenediamine is a peroxidase substrate suitable for use in ELISA procedures. The substrate produces a soluble end product that is orange-brown in color and can be read spectrophotometrically at 450 nm. The OPD reaction may be stopped with 3 N HCl or 3 M H2SO4 and read at 492 nm.
Specifications
Linear Formula
C6H4(NH2)2·2HCl
Molecular Weight
181.06 g/mol
Assay/Purity
≥99.0% (AT)
Safety Information
GHS06
GHS08
GHS09Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H301-H312-H317-H319-H332-H341-H351-H410
Precautionary Statements
P273-P280-P301 + P310-P305 + P351 + P338-P501
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, type P2 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
Melting Point
258 °C (dec.)(lit.)
EC Number
210-418-7
WGK Germany
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