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Phenolphthalein (Phthalin) is an acid-base indicator which is colorless in acid solution, but turns pink to red as the solution becomes alkaline. It is used medicinally as a cathartic.

| Pack Size | Price | Availability | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 g | $29 | In Stock | |
| 1 mL x 10 mM (in DMSO) | $42 | In Stock |
| Description | Phenolphthalein (Phthalin) is an acid-base indicator which is colorless in acid solution, but turns pink to red as the solution becomes alkaline. It is used medicinally as a cathartic. |
| In vitro | Instructions Phenolphthalein indicator (0.5% phenolphthalein ethanol solution) preparation method: Take 0.5g phenolphthalein, dissolve it in 95% ethanol, no need to add water, dilute to 100mL. Color change range: pH8.3~10.0 (colorless→red), add 1~2 drops to 100mL titration solution. |
| Synonyms | Phthalin, Phthalimetten, Euchessina |
| Molecular Weight | 318.32 |
| Formula | C20H14O4 |
| Cas No. | 77-09-8 |
| Smiles | OC1=CC=C(C=C1)C1(OC(=O)C2=C1C=CC=C2)C1=CC=C(O)C=C1 |
| Relative Density. | Ca. 1.296. Temperature:20.6 °C. |
| Color | White |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Storage | keep away from direct sunlight | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Solubility Information | DMSO: 60 mg/mL (188.49 mM), Sonication and heating are recommended. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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