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4',5'-Dibromofluorescein

Also known as: Solvent Red 72, CI 45370:1, D&C Orange No. 5, Eosinic acid, Japan Orange 201, Orange No. 201, 4',5'-dibromo-3',6'-dihydroxyspiro[isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-[9H]xanthen]-3-one, 4,5-Dibromofluorescein, C.I. 45370

4',5'-Dibromofluorescein (CAS 596-03-2) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H10Br2O5 and a molecular weight of 490.09800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 270-273 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 633.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 2.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 337ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
596-03-2
Jingsj CID
J-30709-9
Molecular Formula
C20H10Br2O5
Molecular Weight
490.09800 g/mol
Category
Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point270-273 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point633.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density2.1 g/cm3
Flash Point337ºC
Exact Mass487.88900
PSA75.99000
LogP5.19080
Refractive Index1.771

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Dongdong Yu, et al. An ultrasensitive stain for negative protein detection in SDS-PAGE via 4',5'-Dibromofluorescein. J Proteomics. 2017 Aug 8;165:21-25.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932999099
Summary2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4',5'-Dibromofluorescein?

The CAS number of 4',5'-Dibromofluorescein is 596-03-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4',5'-Dibromofluorescein?

4',5'-Dibromofluorescein has molecular formula C20H10Br2O5 and molecular weight 490.09800 g/mol.

Is 4',5'-Dibromofluorescein hazardous?

4',5'-Dibromofluorescein has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4',5'-Dibromofluorescein?

For 4',5'-Dibromofluorescein, Upstream Products: Fluorescein, 2-(2,4-Dihydroxybenzoyl)benzoic acid, Resorcinol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4',5'-Dibromofluorescein (CAS 596-03-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-30709-9 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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