Disodium 4,4'-diazidostilbene-2,2'-disulfonate tetrahydrate (CAS 2718-90-3) Besides being less toxic, the most important advantage of DAS over dichromate is stability. Dichromate-sensitized emulsions suffer from the dark reaction before exposure and the continuing action of light after exposure. These reactions cause errors in calibration. Store DAS in a cool dark place, or it keeps indefinitely in a freezer Use a safelight when the bottle is open Use 4-6 grams of DAS per 100g of gelatin Mix DAS into liquid gelatin, pour, and dry.