5-Cyano-2,3-ditolyl Tetrazolium Chloride
Also known as: 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride, 5-Cyano-2,3-bis(4-methylphenyl)tetrazolium chloride, 5-Cyano-2,3-bis(4-methylphenyl)-2H-tetrazolium chloride, 2,3-Bis(4-methylphenyl)-5-cyano-2H-tetrazolium chloride, Cyanoditolyl Tetrazolium Chloride, CTC, CTC (biological stain)
5-Cyano-2,3-ditolyl Tetrazolium Chloride (CAS 90217-02-0) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H14ClN5 and a molecular weight of 312.77700 g/mol. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 90217-02-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-31298-3
- Molecular Formula
- C16H14ClN5
- Molecular Weight
- 312.77700 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Exact Mass | 312.10200 |
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| PSA | 50.42000 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Rodriguez GG, et al. Use of a fluorescent redox probe for direct visualization of actively respiring bacteria. Appl Environ Microbiol. 1992 Jun;58(6):1801-8. doi: 10.1128/aem.58.6.1801-1808.1992. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 5-Cyano-2,3-ditolyl Tetrazolium Chloride?
The CAS number of 5-Cyano-2,3-ditolyl Tetrazolium Chloride is 90217-02-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Cyano-2,3-ditolyl Tetrazolium Chloride?
5-Cyano-2,3-ditolyl Tetrazolium Chloride has molecular formula C16H14ClN5 and molecular weight 312.77700 g/mol.
Is 5-Cyano-2,3-ditolyl Tetrazolium Chloride hazardous?
5-Cyano-2,3-ditolyl Tetrazolium Chloride has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
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