Description

Biofargo Fast Green FCF is a water-soluble biological stain used for protein and tissue staining, electrophoresis visualization (IEF/SDS-PAGE), and histology applications in research. It binds strongly to proteins and provides brilliant contrast for microscopy and gel documentation. Suitable for laboratory use only.

This product was previously listed under catalog number FB0452 and is now updated to A610452 for improved product management.

Specifications

Item	Value
Product Name	Fast Green FCF
Grade	Indicator
Chemical Formula	C₃₇H₃₄N₂O₁₀S₃Na₂
Molecular Weight	808.86
CAS No.	2353-45-9
Appearance	Red to Brown Powder
I.R.	To Pass Test
Assay (Dry Basis)	≥85.0% (105℃, 2 hrs)
Water-Insoluble Matter	≤0.20%
Arsenic (As)	≤3.00 mg/kg
Chromium (Cr)	≤50.00 mg/kg
Lead (Pb)	≤10.00 mg/kg
Solubility	1 mg/mL in H₂O: Dark Blue-Green Solution
Storage	Room Temperature

Features

Certified Biological Dye – high-quality Fast Green FCF stain for research use.
Protein & Tissue Staining – ideal for protein band detection in IEF, SDS-PAGE, and histology protocols.
Brilliant Color Contrast – produces vivid green staining for connective tissues, muscle, and cytoplasm.
Water-Soluble Dye – easy to dissolve and prepare staining solutions in water or standard lab solvents.
Versatile Research Reagent – suitable for microscopy, electrophoresis, and histochemical analysis.

Applications

Biofargo Fast Green FCF is widely used in molecular biology and histology research, including:

Protein staining in isoelectric focusing (IEF) and SDS-PAGE electrophoresis.
Tissue and cellular visualization for histological and microscopy studies.
Quantitative histone and protein staining after DNA extraction.
Counterstain in trichrome staining protocols, replacing less stable dyes like Light Green SF.
General laboratory reagent for biochemical and cell structure analyses.

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Disclaimer: For laboratory research use only.

Fast Green FCF 85% Indicator Grade