

Aesculin 98% Extra Pure / CAS 66778-17-4
Aesculin (esculin) is an extra-pure laboratory chemical with a minimum assay of 98%. Molecular formula: C15H16O9·1.5H2O.
| CAS No. | 66778-17-4 |
|---|---|
| Grade | Extra Pure |
| Assay | Minimum 98.0% |
| Molecular formula | C15H16O9·1.5H2O |
| Molecular weight | 367.31 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
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Product Details
Aesculin, also known as esculin, is supplied as an extra-pure laboratory chemical. It is used in laboratory work involving esculin hydrolysis, including microbiological media and assays.
| Product | Aesculin 98% Extra Pure |
|---|---|
| Synonym | Esculin |
| Supplier article no. | A-00348 |
| CAS No. | 66778-17-4 |
| Grade | Extra Pure |
| Assay | Minimum 98.0% |
| Molecular formula | C15H16O9·1.5H2O |
| Molecular weight | 367.31 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Density | 0.791 g/mL at 20°C |
| Melting point | 195–198°C |
| Solubility in water | Slightly soluble |
| Water | 6.5–8.0% |
| Sulphated ash | Maximum 0.1% |
| Fraxine | Maximum 0.5% |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | Maximum 0.004% |
| Shelf life | 5 years |
| HSN Code | 29389090 |
Applications: Esculin is used in esculin hydrolysis procedures and in microbiological media, including bile-esculin agar used for presumptive identification of enterococci and group D streptococci.
For laboratory and research settings worldwide. Refer to the supplier’s product documentation for handling and storage guidance.
























