Malachite Green

Malachite green is an organic compound that is used as a dyestuff and has emerged as a controversial agent in aquaculture. Malachite green is traditionally used as a dye for materials such as silk, leather, and paper. Although called malachite green, the compound is not related to the mineral malachite — the name just comes from the similarity of color.

Read more about Malachite Green:  Structures and Properties, Preparation, Uses, Regulation, Toxicity

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