Synonyms
Indigotin
Indigo Blue
Vat blue 1
Description
Indigo, which can be found in the leaves of Isatis indigotica Fortune, participates in isolating oxygenase genes. Indigo carmine angiography provides visual information on foot perfusion.
Molecular Formula
C16H10N2O2
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=C(N2)C3=NC4=CC=CC=C4C3=O)O
Appearance
dark blue powder with coppery luster
Melting Point
734 to 738 °F (decomposes) (NTP, 1992)
Applications
Anti-viral/antioxidant