Description

Basic Violet 20 is a synthetic cationic dye belonging to the triarylmethane class, known for its intense violet color. This high-purity colorant is essential for applications requiring consistent, vibrant hues and excellent fastness properties. It is a critical raw material for manufacturers in the textile, ink, and specialty coatings industries seeking reliable and uniform coloration.

Application

• Textile Dyeing and Printing: Primarily used for dyeing acrylic, modacrylic, and other synthetic fibers, as well as for printing on fabrics.
• Ink Manufacturing: A key pigment for producing violet and purple shades in various inks, including ballpoint pen inks and specialty printing inks.
• Paper Coloring: Employed in the tinting and surface coloring of specialty papers and decorative tissues.
• Biological Staining: Used in histology and microbiology as a staining agent for microscopic analysis.
• Leather Finishing: Applied in the dyeing of leather goods to achieve rich, uniform violet colors.
• Specialty Coatings and Paints: Incorporated into formulations for wood stains, artist colors, and other pigmented coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Basic Violet 20
CAS No.	11075-23-3
Molecular Formula	C29H31ClN2O3
Molecular Weight	491.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Basic Violet BN; C.I. 42540; Aizen Cathilon Brilliant Violet 3BH; Astrazon Violet 3R; Maxilon Violet 3R; Sumiacryl Violet N-BL; Cationic Violet 3R; 1-[[4-[(4-Dimethylaminophenyl)[4-(methylamino)-3-methylphenyl]methylene]-3-methylcyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]methyl]-N,N-dimethylbenzenaminium chloride
EINECS	234-307-9

Quality Control

Our Basic Violet 20 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards for color strength, shade, and chemical composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark greenish-brown powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Color Strength	≥ 98% (vs. Standard)
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Moisture Content	≤ 5.0%
Ash Content	≤ 1.0%
Water Solubility	Completely soluble
Shade	Conforms to standard

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