Janus Green – 1g

Janus Green is a specialist laboratory stain supplied in a 1g pack, suitable for controlled use in educational science laboratories. Commonly used in biological and microscopy applications, Janus Green is particularly valued for its role as a vital stain and redox indicator in teaching and demonstration work.

Identified by CAS No. 2869‑83‑2 and classified as Not Regulated (UN: NR), this product is straightforward to store and manage within school laboratory environments. It is clearly labelled to support safe handling and use in line with standard school laboratory procedures.

Janus Green is most widely known for its ability to stain mitochondria and illustrate cellular respiration concepts, making it a valuable teaching aid in biology lessons where cell structure and function are explored.

Key Features

• Janus Green laboratory stain
• 1g pack size – suitable for multiple classroom applications
• Used as a vital stain in biological studies
• CAS No: 2869‑83‑2
• UN Classification: Not Regulated (NR)
• Suitable for microscopy and educational laboratory use
• Clearly labelled for safe handling in schools

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Janus Green is ideal for use in GCSE and A‑Level biology lessons, particularly where students are studying cells, microscopy, and respiration. Under teacher supervision, it can be used to support:

• Demonstrating cell structure using light microscopes
• Observing mitochondria in living cells
• Supporting lessons on respiration and energy release
• Introducing students to biological staining techniques
• Developing practical microscopy and slide‑preparation skills

Compact, effective, and easy to store, Janus Green is a useful addition to any secondary school science department, helping to bring biological concepts to life through hands‑on investigation and visual learning.