$180.00
At Receptor Chemicals, we deliver premium-grade analytical reagents designed for rigorous scientific applications. Methylene Blue (methylthioninium chloride) is an organic heterocyclic compound historically classified as a thiazine dye. In contemporary laboratory settings, it functions as a versatile histological stain, redox indicator, and cellular respiration probe. Its unique molecular structure enables rapid electron-transfer kinetics, making it an indispensable standard for biochemical assays, mitochondrial function studies, and nucleic acid visualization.
CAS Number: 61-73-4 (Anhydrous) / 7220-79-3 (Trihydrate)
Molecular Weight: 319.85 g/mol
Purity: $\ge$98.5% (HPLC Verified)
Appearance: Dark green crystalline powder
Solubility: Soluble in water (4 mg/mL), ethanol, and chloroform
Storage Conditions: Store at room temperature, protected from direct light and moisture
In academic and biomedical research environments, this compound serves as an artificial electron acceptor. Because it readily transitions between an oxidized blue state and a reduced colorless leukomethylene form, investigators utilize it to map enzymatic pathways and measure oxidative stress dynamics in cellular models.
While commercial wellness markets often promote consumer formulations such as liquid drops, proprietary tablets, or convenient methylene blue gummies, certified laboratories require ultra-pure crystalline compounds. Researchers investigating targeted cellular parameters must carefully establish an exact methylene blue dosage to prevent auto-oxidation interference during spectrophotometric assays. Furthermore, while alternative retail marketplaces frequently market a generalized methylene blue supplement for lifestyle use, rigorous academic work demands verified high-purity chemical standards.
When sourcing chemical reagents for institutional research, identifying the best methylene blue involves verifying third-party analytical documentation, strict HPLC assay results, and complete absence of heavy metal contaminants. Receptor Chemicals ensures that every batch meets stringent quality metrics, providing researchers with reliable, reproducible standards for advanced microscopy, redox titration, and bio-analytical experimentation.
This product is sold strictly for laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption. By purchasing, you acknowledge that you are at least 18 years of age and that this product will be used exclusively for legitimate research purposes. Peptides require reconstitution, instructions are not provided, nor are directions on dosing and usage. Products are intended strictly for research purposes by skilled professionals.
