Description

Ethanaminium, n-4-4-(Dimethylamino)Phenylphenylmethylene-2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-Ylidene-n-Ethyl-, Acetate CAS NO 106168-50-7 is a specialized cationic dye intermediate belonging to the triarylmethane class, known for its intense color properties. This compound is a critical precursor for synthesizing high-value dyes and pigments used in demanding industrial applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the textile, ink, and specialty coatings sectors who require consistent, high-purity raw materials for colorant production.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: A key intermediate for producing cationic triarylmethane dyes.
• Textile Industry: Used in the manufacturing of dyes for coloring acrylic, nylon, and other synthetic fibers.
• Ink Formulation: Serves as a precursor for creating vibrant, light-fast inks for specialty printing applications.
• Biological Staining: Potential use in the synthesis of histological stains for microscopy.
• Laser Dyes and Optical Applications: Can be utilized in the development of materials for tunable dye lasers and non-linear optics.
• Research & Development: Employed as a standard or building block in organic synthesis and photochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanaminium, n-4-4-(Dimethylamino)Phenylphenylmethylene-2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-Ylidene-n-Ethyl-, Acetate
CAS No.	106168-50-7
Molecular Formula	C31H33N2O2+
Molecular Weight	465.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Basic Violet 3 precursor; Victoria Pure Blue BO intermediate; N-Ethyl-N-[4-[[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl][4-(ethylamino)-1-naphthalenyl]methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]ethanaminium acetate; C.I. 42595 base; Ethaminium, N-[4-[4-(dimethylamino)-α-phenylbenzylidene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]-N-ethyl-, acetate; Astra Blue base; Brilliant Blue R base
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Quality Control

Our production of this dye intermediate adheres to strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC and spectrophotometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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