Thionin acetate (Thionine acetate) is a compound present in the seeds, stems, roots, and leaves of many plant species with antibacterial activity. Thionin acetate is a metachromatic cationic histological dye widely used in biological staining[1][2].
CAS Number
[78338-22-4]
Molecular Formula
C14H13N3O2S
Molecular Weight
287.34
Smiles
NC1=CC2=[S+]C3=C(C=CC(N)=C3)N=C2C=C1.CC([O-])=O
Target
Bacterial; Biochemical Assay Reagents
Purity
93.5
Solubility
DMSO : 41.67 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C)
Storage Conditions
4°C (Powder, sealed storage, away from moisture and light)