Brilliant green (C.I. 42040), 100 g, glass

42040) exhibits clearly defined physical and chemical properties. This compound, classified as a triphenylmethane dye, features a molecular formula of C27H21ClN3O6S and a molecular weight of approximately 608.9 g/mol. As a nutrient media additive, it is available in a glass container holding 100 grams. Its structure consists of three phenyl rings connected through methane bridges, with chlorine, nitrogen, oxygen, and sulfur atoms incorporated into the molecule. Brilliant Green is commonly used as a food colorant due to its bright green hue. It is also known for its stability under acidic conditions, making it suitable for various applications in the food industry. Additionally, it demonstrates weak antimicrobial activity against certain bacteria, although this property may not be significant in its primary function as a food colorant.

• CAS Number: 633-03-4