Acid Red 289 (CAS 12220-28-9)

Acid Red 289, also referred to as C.I. Acid Red 289, is an artificial dye belonging to the azo dye family, finding diverse applications. With its primary utilization in the textile industry, it serves as a dye for fabric coloring. Furthermore, Acid Red 289 plays a role as an artificial food coloring agent within the food industry, while also being applicable in various scientific fields. Within scientific research, Acid Red 289 functions as a fluorescent dye, contributing to multiple investigations. Its applications encompass the visualization of proteins and other molecules within cells, exploration of cellular processes, and detection of DNA. Additionally, it facilitates studies on gene expression and serves as a tool for identifying biomarkers. The mechanism of action of Acid Red 289 involves its binding to the target molecule and subsequent emission of light upon excitation by a specific wavelength. This emitted light is subsequently captured and utilized for visualizing the target molecule.