Description

Basic Blue 54 is a synthetic cationic dye belonging to the triarylmethane class, widely recognized for its intense blue color and excellent tinctorial strength. This compound is valued for its ability to provide vibrant, consistent coloration across a range of industrial substrates. It serves as a critical component for manufacturers in the textile, paper, and specialty ink industries seeking reliable and high-performance colorants for their products.

Application

• Textile Dyeing: Primarily used for dyeing acrylic, modacrylic, and cationic-dyeable polyester fibers, offering excellent wash and light fastness.
• Paper Coloring: Employed in the production of colored papers, including specialty and decorative papers, where a bright blue hue is required.
• Ink Manufacturing: A key pigment for formulating writing inks, stamp pad inks, and other specialty printing inks.
• Leather Finishing: Used in the dyeing of leather goods to achieve consistent and deep blue shades.
• Biological Staining: Finds application as a histological stain in laboratory settings for microscopic analysis.
• Plastics and Polymers: Can be used for mass coloration of certain plastics where a stable blue colorant is needed.

Basic Information

Product Name	Basic Blue 54
CAS No.	15000-59-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₆N₃O⁺ • Cl⁻
Molecular Weight	359.89 g/mol (Cation)
Synonyms	Basic Blue K; Victoria Pure Blue BO; C.I. 11052; Aizen Cathilon Blue GLH; Astrazon Blue BG; Maxilon Blue BG; Sevron Blue BG; 4-[(4-Dimethylamino)phenyl][4-(ethylamino)-1-naphthyl]methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium chloride
EINECS	239-063-3

Quality Control

Our Basic Blue 54 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Each lot is tested against established specifications for critical parameters including color strength, shade, solubility, and impurity profile. A comprehensive 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 greenish-blue powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	Min. 95%
Color Strength	100 ± 5% (vs. Standard)
Moisture Content	Max. 5.0%
Water Solubility	Completely soluble
Ash Content	Max. 1.0%

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