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Phenolphthalein, 99%, analytical pH indicator
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Phenolphthalein, 99%, analytical pH indicatorCAS
77-09-8,
Chemical formula
C20H14O4
Other names:
3,3-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone
Phenolphthalein is often used as an indicator in acid–base titrations. For this application, it turns colorless in acidic solutions and pink in basic solutions. It belongs to the class of dyes known as phthalein dyes.
Phenolphthalein is slightly soluble in water and usually is dissolved in alcohols for use in experiments.