Description

Solvent Yellow 141 is a high-performance, oil-soluble dye belonging to the solvent dye class, widely recognized for its excellent solubility and stability in non-polar media. Its primary value lies in providing a strong, clean yellow coloration to a diverse range of industrial materials, ensuring consistent batch-to-batch quality and lightfastness. This product is essential for manufacturers in the plastics, coatings, and specialty ink industries seeking reliable and efficient pigmentation solutions.

Application

• Plastics Coloring: For tinting and mass coloration of various polymers including polystyrene (PS), polycarbonate (PC), and poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA).
• Industrial Coatings & Paints: Used in solvent-based systems for automotive refinish, industrial maintenance paints, and wood stains.
• Printing Inks: A key component in specialty inks for foil printing, metal decoration, and other applications requiring oil solubility.
• Waxes & Polishes: Imparts color to shoe polishes, floor waxes, and other wax-based formulations.
• Lubricants & Fuels: Employed as a colorant for identification purposes in industrial lubricants and fuel oils.
• Wood Stains & Varnishes: Provides transparent, penetrating color for wood finishing products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Solvent Yellow 141
CAS No.	106768-98-3
Molecular Formula	C21H18N4O2
Molecular Weight	358.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Solvent Yellow 141; C.I. Solvent Yellow 141; 1,3-Benzenedicarbonitrile, 2-[(2,6-dichloro-4-nitrophenyl)azo]-5-(dimethylamino)-; 2-[(2,6-Dichloro-4-nitrophenyl)azo]-5-(dimethylamino)-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile; Oil Yellow 268; Aizen SOT Yellow-1; Macrolex Yellow 6G; Orasol Yellow 4G
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Quality Control

Our Solvent Yellow 141 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial applications. Every batch is tested for critical parameters including color strength, hue, solubility, and purity to guarantee consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (vs. Standard)
Hue	Within agreed tolerance
Solubility (in Toluene)	Complete, clear solution
Moisture Content	≤ 1.0%
Ash Content	≤ 0.5%

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