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Gentian Violet 0.5% Aqueous

Price: £8.45
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On Shelf - Approx. UK delivery date: Thursday the 19th March 2026*
In bulk stock - ships within 10 - 12 Working Days (Excluding weekends and public holidays)
4 to 6 weeks approx. (Not guaranteed)
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Unfortunately, we are not currently accepting orders for Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey.

We can only ship to the following postcodes where a Royal Mail postal option has been chosen at checkout.

AB, DD, DG3, DG4, DG6 - DG9, EH, FK, G, HS, IM, IV, KA, KW, KY, ML, PA, PH, PO30 - PO41, TD, TR21 - TR25, ZE

* We will always try to ship as early as possible. Delivery could be much quicker than stated but is not guaranteed

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.

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%

Packing Group: 3

Hazard Phrases: Causes serious eye irritation. Suspected of causing cancer . Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prec Phrases: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

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