Description

1-Amino-2-Methyl-4-[(4-Methylphenyl)Amino]Anthraquinone is a specialized anthraquinone derivative valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of high-performance dyes and pigments. This compound matters for its ability to impart specific color properties and stability, making it essential for creating vivid and durable colorants. Industries that require precise color formulation, such as textile dyeing, ink manufacturing, and specialty chemical synthesis, rely on this high-purity intermediate to ensure consistent batch-to-batch quality and performance.

Application

• Dye Intermediate: A critical precursor for the synthesis of solvent dyes, disperse dyes, and vat dyes used in textile coloring.
• Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of high-grade organic pigments for plastics, coatings, and inks, offering excellent color fastness.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for advanced materials, including liquid crystal dyes and functional chromophores.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for developing novel colorants and studying structure-property relationships in dye chemistry.
• Analytical Reagents: Can be utilized as a standard or reagent in chromatographic analysis and quality control for dye-related products.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Amino-2-Methyl-4-[(4-Methylphenyl)Amino]Anthraquinone
CAS No.	116-77-8
Molecular Formula	C22H18N2O2
Molecular Weight	342.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Amino-2-methyl-4-(p-toluidino)anthraquinone; C.I. Solvent Blue 59; 1-Amino-2-methyl-4-(4-methylanilino)anthraquinone; 4-[(4-Methylphenyl)amino]-1-amino-2-methylanthraquinone; 1-Amino-2-methyl-4-(p-tolylamino)anthraquinone; 1,4-Bis(4-methylphenylamino)-2-methylanthraquinone (related); Ceres Blue GN (trade name variant); Anthraquinone Blue Intermediate
EINECS	204-158-7

Quality Control

Our 1-Amino-2-Methyl-4-[(4-Methylphenyl)Amino]Anthraquinone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark Blue to Violet Crystalline Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.