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Sodium 2,6-dichloroindophenolate, also known by its chemical formula C12H6Cl2NO2Na, is a sodium salt derivative of 2,6-dichloroindophenol. This compound is notable for its deep blue color and is principally used as a colorimetric reagent in various analytical chemistry applications. Its mechanism of action is based on its role as a redox indicator; it is reduced from a blue to a colorless form when it accepts electrons, making it extremely useful for measuring the presence and concentration of substances that can donate electrons. In research, Sodium 2,6-dichloroindophenolate has been extensively used in biochemical assays where it functions as an electron acceptor in the study of enzymatic activities, particularly those involving dehydrogenases. This application is crucial in understanding metabolic pathways and enzyme kinetics. The compound′s sensitivity to changes in redox status allows for the precise quantification of various biological substances, including vitamin C levels in clinical samples and other antioxidants in food and biological fluids. Additionally, its use extends to environmental science, where it aids in the detection of pollutant degradation by acting as an indicator of redox changes in water treatment processes. The ability to operate under mild conditions and its high sensitivity make sodium 2,6-dichloroindophenolate a valuable tool in both academic and industrial laboratories for exploring redox reactions and monitoring chemical processes.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Sodium 2,6-dichloroindophenolate, 5 g | sc-203269 | 5 g | $48.00 | |||
Sodium 2,6-dichloroindophenolate, 10 g | sc-203269A | 10 g | $78.00 |