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Fluorescein sodium

Also known as: Acid Yellow 73, Uranine, Uranin, Fluorescein Disodium Salt, Fluorescein Sodium Salt, Disodium 3-oxo-3H-spiro[2-benzofuran-1,9'-xanthene]-3',6'-diolate, Sodium 3-oxo-3H-spiro[isobenzofuran-1,9'-xanthene]-3',6'-bis(olate), C.I. 45350, C.I. Acid Yellow 73, D and C yellow dye No 8, Yellow No. 8, Spiro[isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-[9H]xanthen]-3-one, 3',6'-dihydroxy-, disodium salt

Fluorescein sodium (CAS 518-47-8) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H10Na2O5 and a molecular weight of 376.270 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 320 °C, a boiling point of 620.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.601 g/cm3 (20ºC) and a flash point of 232.6ºC. It is listed by 1 supplier; request a quote for pricing. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
518-47-8
Jingsj CID
J-38281-0
Molecular Formula
C20H10Na2O5
Molecular Weight
376.270 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point320 °C
Boiling Point620.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.601 g/cm3 (20ºC)
Flash Point232.6ºC
Exact Mass376.032349
PSA81.65000
LogP4.54220
Additional Property500 g/L (20 ºC)

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Hirabayashi K, et al. Analysis of chemical equilibrium of silicon-substituted fluorescein and its application to develop a scaffold for red fluorescent probes. Anal Chem. 2015;87(17):9061-9069. [2]. Negm NA, et al. Fluorescein dye derivatives and their nanohybrids: Synthesis, characterization and antimicrobial activity. J Photochem Photobiol B. 2016;162:421-433.

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 Fluorescein sodium?

The CAS number of Fluorescein sodium is 518-47-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Fluorescein sodium?

Fluorescein sodium has molecular formula C20H10Na2O5 and molecular weight 376.270 g/mol.

Which suppliers offer Fluorescein sodium?

1 supplier(s) listed; request a quote for pricing.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Fluorescein sodium?

For Fluorescein sodium, Downstream Products: Eosin Y (alcohol soluble).

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Fluorescein sodium (CAS 518-47-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-38281-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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