What is the main purpose of Malichite Green?

Answer Posted / tarak chakraborty

'Malachite green, also called aniline green, basic green
4', diamond green B, or victoria green B, IUPAC name:4-[(4-
dimethylaminophenyl)-phenyl-methyl]-N,N-dimethyl-aniline is
a toxic chemical primarily used as a dye. When diluted, it
can be used as a topical antiseptic or to treat parasites,
fungal infections, and bacterial infections in fish and
fish eggs. It is also used as a bacteriological stain.

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