Gentian Violet 0.5% Aqueous

Gentian Violet 0.5% Aqueous Solution: A ready‑to‑use 0.5% aqueous solution of Gentian Violet (Crystal Violet, C.I. 42555), commonly used in Gram staining and histological applications.

Consistent Quality: We carefully source Gentian Violet 0.5% to ensure reliable, reproducible staining performance in microbiology and cytology.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Our Gentian Violet 0.5% is sourced and packaged using non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers, ensuring reliable quality for our customers.

Certified for Diagnostic Use (IVD)

UKAS Compliant: Ensuring your laboratory meets rigorous industry standards.

Pre-Validated and Verified: Consistent performance, helping you save valuable time and resources.

Reliable and Reproducible Results: Backed by proven and documented protocols.

Full Traceability: Manufactured with a robust audit trail, ensuring complete transparency and compliance.

UKCA Marked: Guaranteed regulatory compliance in the UK market.

Full Technical Support: An expert in-house technical team to assist with any queries. 

Frequent Applications

Gram Staining (Microbiology)

Key reagent for Gram’s method which stains Gram‑positive bacteria violet, while Gram‑negative appear red after counterstaining. Gentian Violet is the standard primary stain.

Histology & Cytology Staining

Used for nuclear staining in histological specimens or cytology preparations, providing deep purple contrast to nuclei.

Contains:
Denatured Ethanol: <10%
Gentian Violet Powder: <1%

HS Code / Commodity Code: 3822900000

UN Number: 3082

Hazard Class: 9

Packing Group: 3

Hazard Phrases: H319,H351,H411

Prec Phrases: P202,P264,P273,P280,P305+P351+P338,P308+P313