Gentian Violet is supplied by Micromaster. It is available in the form of a dark purple coloured solution which is clear without any particles. It is advisable to store this product below 30°C in tightly closed container and away from bright light.

• Quantity provided: 125ml/bottle

Gentian Violet is used as staining solution for monochrome staining of microbes. Gentian Violet is used as a simple stain where it can render the organisms violet. Besides this it can also be used in the Gram  staining for distinguishing between gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Earlier, Gentian violet was used as the primary stain in Grams staining method, subsequently crystal violet has replaced gentian violet because of the defined chemical nature of crystal violet.