Amido black 10B is an amino acid staining diazo dye used in biochemical research to stain for total protein on transferred membrane blots. It is also used in criminal investigations to detect blood present with latent fingerprints.

Protein Staining
Biological Staining

Dye Content: >80%

C.I. 20470

Molecular Formula: C22H14N6Na2O9S2
Molecular Weight: 616.49 g/mol
Lambda Max ABS in Water: 616nm
Absporptivity A 1%,1cm,Lamda Max: 633
Ratio Lambda Max,P -/+15nm: 1.09
Loss on drying (@35 deg C): 9.8%

Hazard Phrases: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prec Phrases: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.



Cas No: 1064-48-8
Einecs No: 213-903-1