Technical Data
022890
WST-1
100mg
Biochemicals Storage: 4°CShipping: RT
A highly sensitive tetrazolium reagent (light red) that produces a water-soluble formazan (dark red color) in NADH and cell proliferation assays due to cleavage by mitochondrial dehydrogenase.

WST-1 formazan l max = 438nm; e= 3.7 x 104

Form:
Yellow to Brownish Yellow Solid

Melting Point:
> 285°C (dec.)


Solubility:
DMSO, 3 mg/ml in Water

CAS Number:
150849-52-8

Molecular Formula:
C19H11IN5NaO8S2

Molecular Weight:
651.35
Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. Toxicity and Hazards: All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
Ishiyama, M. et al.: Chem. Pharm. Bull. 41(6), 1118-1122 (1993)

Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.