Cotton Blue in Lactophenol by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries is a high grade reagent. This a reagent preparation of Phenol crystals, Cotton blue, Lactic acid, Glycerol and Distilled water. The reagent is available as a clear, ink blue coloured solution. In the staining of fungi, the lactic acid preserves the fungal structure and clears the tissue, whereas the phenol acts as a disinfectant. While it is stable under general conditions, this reagent is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. CAS No.: 738-70-5 Quantity Provided: 125 ml per bottleCotton blue in lactophenol has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. Lactophenol Cotton Blue is utilized as a staining solution for fungi. The fungal spores and hyphae are observed under a microscope using high power, where they appear pale to dark blue in colour. The staining solution is an essential reagent in various mycology studies. This reagent is suitable for industrial synthesis of products and research applications.