Description

Pigment Blue 1 is a synthetic organic pigment belonging to the triarylmethane class, known for its brilliant and intense blue hue. This high-performance colorant is valued for its excellent tinting strength and versatility in creating a wide range of shades. It is a critical raw material for manufacturers in the coatings, plastics, and printing ink industries seeking vibrant and stable coloration for their products.

Application

• Industrial and decorative paints and coatings, including automotive finishes.
• Coloration of various plastics and polymers, such as PVC, polyolefins, and engineering resins.
• Formulation of printing inks for packaging, publications, and textiles.
• Manufacturing of colored paper and specialty papers.
• Pigmentation for leather finishes and synthetic leathers.
• Tinting of construction materials like concrete, mortar, and sealants.
• Production of artists' colors and pigments.
• Coloring for soaps, detergents, and other household chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pigment Blue 1
CAS No.	12238-23-2
Molecular Formula	C₃₃H₄₀ClN₃O₆S₂
Molecular Weight	674.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Victoria Pure Blue BO; C.I. 42595; Basic Blue 7; Victoria Blue B; Ethyl Blue; Aizen Victoria Pure Blue BOH; Astrazon Blue BG; Basacryl Blue GL; Calcozine Blue BX; Duasyn Basic Blue SB-R; Hidaco Victoria Blue B; Methyl Blue (obsolete usage); Paper Blue R; Spirit Blue; Waxoline Blue AP-FW
EINECS	235-440-8

Quality Control

Our Pigment Blue 1 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Quality parameters including color strength, shade, particle size distribution, and chemical purity are rigorously tested against established specifications. 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 and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue to blue-violet powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Color Strength	100 ± 5% (vs. Standard)
Hue	Within agreed tolerance
Moisture Content	≤ 3.0%
Ash Content	≤ 1.0%
Water Soluble Matter	≤ 1.5%
Particle Size (Residue on 45μm sieve)	≤ 5.0%

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