What are the common alternatives for Congo red?
Posted July 11, 2024
Answer
Common alternatives for Congo red include:
- Sirius red F3B: The most common alternative to Congo red, Sirius red F3B is darker red in color and is preferred in some applications because its darker coloration is easier to see.
- Benzo Scarlet 4BNS: The color of Benzo Scarlet 4BNS is similar to that of Sirius red F3B.
- Sirius Scarlet GG: This dye has a slight yellow tone.
Additional resources
Mycoremediation of congo red dye by filamentous fungi