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Cochineal (Highly Pure) Chemicals Molecular Depot
Cochineal (Highly Pure) Chemicals Molecular Depot
Cochineal (Highly Pure) Chemicals Molecular Depot

Cochineal (Highly Pure)

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    Catalog Number: B2012397 (100 mg)

    Cochineal (Highly Pure) is a high quality hydroxyanthraquinone dye originally isolated from cochineal insects. This product has been used as molecular tool for various biochemical applications. It has also been used in a wide array of other chemical and immunological applications. Custom bulk amounts of this product are available upon request.

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Cochineal (Highly Pure) – Catalog #B2012397 (100 mg)

Catalog # B2012397
Lot # Batch dependent
Expiration Batch dependent
Amount 100 mg
Molecular Weight 492.4 g/mol
Supplied As Powder
Applications Molecular tool for diverse biochemical and immunological applications
Storage –20 °C
Keywords Carminic Acid, Carmine 5297, E 120, NSC 326224
Grade Biotechnology grade; highly pure; prepared using Type I ultrapure water (>18 MΩ·cm) and 0.22 µm filtration

Cochineal (Highly Pure) is a refined hydroxyanthraquinone dye derived from cochineal insects, offered at biotechnology-grade purity for scientific research. This finely processed powder (Catalog #B2012397, 100 mg) serves as a precise molecular probe in analytical chemistry, histology, and interference testing. Renowned for its vivid color and chemical stability, researchers rely on it for method development, assay calibration, and spectral studies requiring consistent dye performance.

The product delivers a dependable and contaminant-free reagent, ensuring low background and clear detection in fluorescence, absorbance, and microscopy assays. Its defined chemical profile and solid assay compatibility make it optimal for quality control workflows, dye-receptive biomaterials testing, and comparative protocol validation. Bulk quantities are available to support long-term or high-throughput projects. Supplied as a powder and stored at –20 °C, it maintains long-term stability.

Why researchers choose this product:

  • High-purity, biotechnology-grade cochineal dye for scientific accuracy
  • Versatile tool for biochemical assays, colorimetric detection, and dye validation
  • Stable and intense pigmentation with low background interference
  • Regulated keyword tags support cataloging and method referencing
  • Bulk options available to support extended research pipelines

Indication for Use:
This product is for Research Use Only (RUO). It is not intended for diagnostic, therapeutic, or clinical use.

References:

  • 1: Celis F, Segura C, Gómez-Jeria JS, Campos-Vallette M, Sanchez-Cortes S. Analysis of biomolecules in cochineal dyed archaeological textiles by surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy. Sci Rep. 2021 Mar 22;11(1):6560.
  • 2: Ongaratto GC, Oro G, Kalschne DL, Trindade Cursino AC, Canan C. Cochineal carmine adsorbed on layered zinc hydroxide salt applied on mortadella to improve color stability. Curr Res Food Sci. 2021 Oct 22;4:758-764.
  • 3: Rubio L, Sanllorente S, Sarabia LA, Ortiz MC. Determination of cochineal and erythrosine in cherries in syrup in the presence of quenching effect by means of excitation-emission fluorescence data and three-way PARAFAC decomposition. Talanta. 2019 May 1;196:153-162.
  • 4: Cárdenas Rosales A, Delgado Atencio JA, Cunill Rodríguez M, González Gutiérrez E. In-vivo measurement of the fluorescence spectrum of wild cochineal (Dactylopius opuntiae). Sci Rep. 2021 Jan 11;11(1):446.
  • 5: RAE J. Cochineal. Manuf Chem Aerosol News. 1947 Mar;18(3):120.
  • 6: Amin N, Rehman FU, Adeel S, Ahamd T, Muneer M, Haji A. Sustainable application of cochineal-based anthraquinone dye for the coloration of bio-mordanted silk fabric. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int. 2020 Mar;27(7):6851-6860.
  • 7: Ito Y, Harikai N, Ishizuki K, Shinomiya K, Sugimoto N, Akiyama H. Spiroketalcarminic Acid, a Novel Minor Anthraquinone Pigment in Cochineal Extract Used in Food Additives. Chem Pharm Bull (Tokyo). 2017 Sep 1;65(9):883-887.
  • 8: Yamakawa Y, Oosuna H, Yamakawa T, Aihara M, Ikezawa Z. Cochineal extract-induced immediate allergy. J Dermatol. 2009 Jan;36(1):72-4.
  • 9: Abu-Hussien M, Viswanathan GK, Borisover L, Mimouni M, Engel H, Zayit-Soudry S, Gazit E, Segal D. Inhibition of amyloid fibrillation of γD-crystallin model peptide by the cochineal Carmine. Int J Biol Macromol. 2021 Feb 1;169:342-351.
  • 10: Rubio L, Sanllorente S, Sarabia LA, Ortiz MC. Fluorescence determination of cochineal in strawberry jam in the presence of carmoisine as a quencher by means of four-way PARAFAC decomposition. Food Chem. 2019 Aug 30;290:178-186.

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Viewing Head Siedentopf type trinocular head, inclined at 30°, Interpupillary adjustment 53mm to 75mm, graduated diopter on left eyetube (30mm I.D. eyetubes)
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Condenser TC Condenser N.A. 0.30, W.D. 73.0mm
Stage180mm(X) x 245mm(Y) plain stage with replaceable glass insert with 45mm opening, Glass Stage plate insert
IlluminationKoehler without iris, with phase slider, 3W LED
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