Description

Solvent Yellow 85 is a high-performance, oil-soluble azo dye known for its bright, clean yellow hue and excellent solubility in non-polar organic media. This compound is valued for its strong tinting strength and good lightfastness, making it a reliable colorant for demanding industrial applications. It is primarily used by manufacturers in the plastics, printing ink, and specialty coatings industries seeking consistent and vibrant coloration.

Application

• Coloration of plastics and polymers, including polystyrene, ABS, and polycarbonate.
• Manufacturing of printing inks, particularly for flexographic and gravure processes.
• Pigmentation of industrial coatings, lacquers, and wood stains.
• Tinting of fuels and lubricants for identification purposes.
• Coloring of waxes, greases, and other hydrocarbon-based compounds.
• Production of colored masterbatches for the plastics industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Solvent Yellow 85
CAS No.	2478-20-8
Molecular Formula	C18H18N4O2
Molecular Weight	322.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Benzenedicarboxamide, N1,N3-bis(2-methylphenyl)-; C.I. Solvent Yellow 85; Oil Yellow 85; Benzamide, N,N'-di-o-tolylisophthalamide; Sudan Yellow 146; Aizen SOT Yellow 1; Kayaset Yellow 85; N,N'-Di-o-tolylisophthalamide
EINECS	219-603-9

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) documenting identity, assay, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	205 - 210 °C
Solubility (in Toluene)	Complete, clear solution
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Ash Content	≤ 0.1%

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