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Neutral Red

Also known as: Neutral Red, Basic Red 5, C.I. Basic Red 5, C.I. 50040, 3-Amino-7-dimethylamino-2-methylphenazine hydrochloride, N8,N8,3-Trimethyl-2,8-phenazinediamine monohydrochloride, Toluylene Red, 2,8-Phenazinediamine, N8,N8,3-trimethyl-, monohydrochloride, Aminodimethylaminotoluaminozine, Michrome No. 226, Neutral Red chloride

Neutral Red (CAS 553-24-2) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H17ClN4 and a molecular weight of 288.775 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 290 °C (dec.)(lit.) and a boiling point of 497.3ºC at 760mmHg. It is listed by 1 supplier; request a quote for pricing. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
553-24-2
Jingsj CID
J-6816-6
Molecular Formula
C15H17ClN4
Molecular Weight
288.775 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point290 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point497.3ºC at 760mmHg
Exact Mass288.114166
PSA55.04000
LogP4.12280
Additional Property50 g/L

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Winfried AUSLANDER, et al. NEUTRAL RED, A RAPID INDICATOR FOR pH-CHANGES IN THE INNER PHASE OF THYLAKOIDS. FEBS LETTERS. 1975 Nov. [2]. Ellen Borenfreund, et al. A simple quantitative procedure using monolayer cultures for cytotoxicity assays (HTD/NR-90). Journal of tissue culture methods volume 9, pages7–9 (1985).

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen 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 Neutral Red?

The CAS number of Neutral Red is 553-24-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Neutral Red?

Neutral Red has molecular formula C15H17ClN4 and molecular weight 288.775 g/mol.

Which suppliers offer Neutral Red?

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

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Last updated:

How to cite: Jingsj. "Neutral Red (CAS 553-24-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-6816-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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