Description

C.I. Basic Blue 22 is a synthetic cationic dye belonging to the triarylmethane class, widely recognized for its brilliant blue hue and strong affinity for polyacrylonitrile fibers. This compound is essential for achieving consistent, high-quality coloration in industrial textile applications, ensuring excellent wash and light fastness. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the textile and specialty paper industries seeking reliable and vibrant blue dyes for their production processes.

Application

• Acrylic Fiber Dyeing: The primary application is for dyeing polyacrylonitrile (acrylic) fibers and fabrics, providing excellent color yield and fastness properties.
• Paper Coloring: Used in the manufacture of specialty papers, including colored tissue, art paper, and security paper, where a strong blue shade is required.
• Leather Finishing: Employed in the dyeing of leather goods to impart a uniform and durable blue color.
• Ink Formulation: Serves as a colorant in the production of certain types of inks, including stamp pad inks and specialty printing inks.
• Biological Staining: Used in histology and microbiology as a staining agent for microscopic analysis of tissues and cells.
• Industrial Marker: Applied as a tracer or identification dye in various industrial fluids and processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	C.I. Basic Blue 22
CAS No.	12217-41-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₆ClN₃O
Molecular Weight	359.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Basic Blue 22; Astra Blue 6GLL; Maxilon Blue 6G; Aizen Cathilon Blue 6GH; C.I. 61512; Victoria Blue B; Basic Blue K; 4-[(4-Dimethylaminophenyl)(4-methylaminophenyl)methylene]-N,N-dimethylcyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-iminium chloride
EINECS	235-384-4

Quality Control

Our C.I. Basic Blue 22 is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Each lot is tested against rigorous internal specifications for key parameters including color strength, shade, solubility, and impurity profile. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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 blue to greenish-blue powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Color Strength	≥ 98% (vs. Standard)
Moisture Content	≤ 5.0%
Water Solubility	Completely soluble
Ash Content	≤ 1.0%

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