Tetranitroblue tetrazolium chloride

Also known as: TNBT, Tetranitro blue tetrazolium, Tetranitro blue tetrazolium chloride, Tetranitro BT, 2,2',5,5'-Tetra(4-nitrophenyl)-3,3'-dimethoxy-4,4'-biphenylene-2H,2H'-ditetrazolium dichloride, 3,3'-(3,3'-Dimethoxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4,4'-diyl)bis[2,5-bis(4-nitrophenyl)-2H-tetrazol-3-ium] dichloride, 2H-Tetrazolium, 3,3'-(3,3'-dimethoxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4,4'-diyl)bis[2,5-bis(4-nitrophenyl)-, chloride (1:2)

Tetranitroblue tetrazolium chloride (CAS 1184-43-6) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C40H28Cl2N12O10 and a molecular weight of 907.631 g/mol. Key property: a melting point of ~170 °C (dec.). It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H350 — May cause cancer. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

1184-43-6

Jingsj CID

J-926233-5

Molecular Formula

C₄₀H₂₈Cl₂N₁₂O₁₀

Molecular Weight

907.631 g/mol

Category

Nitrogen Compounds

Last updated

8/21/2026