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CAS 298-96-4

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2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride

Description:
2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride, commonly referred to as TTC, is a synthetic organic compound characterized by its tetrazolium structure, which consists of a tetrazole ring substituted with three phenyl groups. This compound is typically used as a redox indicator in various biochemical assays, particularly in microbiology and cell viability studies, due to its ability to undergo reduction to form a colored formazan product when metabolically active cells are present. TTC is soluble in water and organic solvents, making it versatile for different experimental conditions. Its chloride salt form enhances its stability and solubility. The compound is generally non-toxic but should be handled with care in laboratory settings. In addition to its applications in research, TTC is also utilized in the assessment of microbial activity and as a staining agent in histological studies. Overall, 2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride serves as a valuable tool in various scientific fields, particularly in evaluating cellular respiration and viability.
Formula:C19H15N4·Cl
InChI:InChI=1S/C19H15N4.ClH/c1-4-10-16(11-5-1)19-20-22(17-12-6-2-7-13-17)23(21-19)18-14-8-3-9-15-18;/h1-15H;1H/q+1;/p-1
InChI key:InChIKey=PKDBCJSWQUOKDO-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES:N1([N+](=NC(=N1)C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3)C4=CC=CC=C4.[Cl-]
Synonyms:
  • 1,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride
  • 1,3,5-Triphenyltetrazolium chloride
  • 1H-tetrazol-1-ium chloride
  • 2,3,5-Triphenyl tetrazoliumchloride
  • 2,3,5-Triphenyl-2H-tetrazolium chloride(TTC)
  • 2,3,5-Triphenyltetrazolium
  • 2,3,5-Triphenyltetrazolium chloride
  • 2,3,5-Triphenyltetrazoliumchlorid
  • 2,3,5-triphenyl-2H-tetrazol-3-ium chloride
  • 2H-Tetrazolium, 2,3,5-triphenyl-, chloride
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