Crystal violet has antibacterial, antifungal, and anthelmintic properties and was formerly important as a topical antiseptic. Crystal violet is a triarylmethane dye.
| Crystal Violet, GR - Specification | |
| Synonyms | Brilliant Violet 58 |
| Grade | AR / GR |
| Categories | Biological stains, Stains & dyes |
| Appearance (Form) | Crystalline powder |
| Assay | 96-100% |
| Water | NMT 7.5% |
| Melting point | 189-194 °C |
| HSN Code | 32041349 |