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Thermo Scientific Chemicals Methyl Yellow, indicator
Description
Methyl Yellow used as a pH indicator. It is an acid-base indicator that changes color from below pH 2.9 red to above pH 4.0 yellow and vice versa. Typical use is in the titration of a weak base with a strong acid.
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Methyl Yellow used as a pH indicator. It is an acid-base indicator that changes color from below pH 2.9 red to above pH 4.0 yellow and vice versa. Typical use is in the titration of a weak base with a strong acid.
Solubility
Insoluble in water. Soluble in alcohol.
Notes
Transition interval: pH 2.9 (red) to pH 4.0 (yellow)
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 110°C to 112°C (decomposition) |
Odor | Odorless |
Quantity | 25 g |
UN Number | UN2811 |
Beilstein | 746016 |
Merck Index | 14,3229 |
Solubility Information | Insoluble in water; Soluble in alcohol. |
IUPAC Name | N,N-dimethyl-4-phenyldiazenylaniline |
Formula Weight | 225.3 |
Chemical Name or Material | Methyl Yellow, indicator |
Safety and Handling
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 3
- Carcinogenicity Category 2
- H301-Toxic if swallowed.
- H351-Suspected of causing cancer.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : N,N-dimethyl-4-(phenylazo)benzenamine
RUO – Research Use Only
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