Description

Solvent Yellow 85 is a high-performance, oil-soluble azo dye widely recognized for its strong tinctorial strength and excellent lightfastness. This product is essential for providing a vivid, stable yellow coloration in non-aqueous systems where durability and consistency are paramount. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the plastics, printing inks, and industrial coatings sectors seeking reliable and efficient pigmentation solutions.

Application

• Primary colorant for plastics and polymer resins, including polystyrene, ABS, and polycarbonate.
• Formulation of high-quality printing inks, particularly for packaging and publication gravure inks.
• Pigmentation of industrial coatings and automotive finishes requiring oil compatibility.
• Coloring of waxes, greases, and other petroleum-based products.
• Manufacturing of colored wood stains and transparent lacquers.
• Tinting agent for solvent-based marker pens and artist's paints.

Basic Information

Product Name	Solvent Yellow 85
CAS No.	12271-01-1
Molecular Formula	C26H24N4O2
Molecular Weight	424.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Solvent Yellow 85; C.I. Solvent Yellow 85; 1,3-Benzenedicarboxamide, N1,N3-bis(2-methylphenyl)-; Plast Yellow; Oil Yellow 85; Azo Yellow GR; Benzamide, N,N'-bis(2-methylphenyl)-1,3-dicarboxamide
EINECS	235-543-6

Quality Control

Our Solvent Yellow 85 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent color strength, purity, and performance characteristics. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming specifications for identity, assay, and relevant impurities is provided with each shipment.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Color Strength	95 - 105% of standard
Moisture (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Ash Content	≤ 0.5%
Solubility (in Toluene)	Complete, clear solution

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