Description

Solvent Orange 2 is a synthetic organic dye belonging to the azo class, widely recognized for its vibrant orange color and excellent solubility in non-polar to moderately polar organic solvents. This compound is valued for its strong tinting strength and stability in various formulations, making it a critical component for imparting color in industrial applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the plastics, coatings, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable and consistent colorants for their products.

Application

• Plastics Coloring: Used as a colorant for thermoplastics like polystyrene, ABS, and polycarbonate.
• Industrial Coatings and Inks: Imparts orange color to solvent-based paints, lacquers, and printing inks.
• Waxes and Polishes: Employed in coloring paraffin waxes, shoe polishes, and floor care products.
• Wood Stains and Varnishes: Provides consistent coloration in wood treatment formulations.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate or colorant in the synthesis of other chemical products.
• Research & Development: Used as a standard or reference material in analytical and material science laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Solvent Orange 2
CAS No.	2646-17-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀N₂O
Molecular Weight	198.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)azo]-2-naphthol; C.I. Solvent Orange 2; Ceres Orange R; Oil Orange; Sudan Orange R; Waxoline Orange R; Azo Orange R; 2-Naphthol, 1-[(2,4-dinitrophenyl)azo]-
EINECS	220-161-8

Quality Control

Our Solvent Orange 2 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against rigorous internal specifications, which typically include parameters for color strength, hue, solubility, and impurity profile. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the 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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-orange powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Color Strength	100 ± 5% (vs. Standard)
Solubility (in Toluene)	Complete, clear solution
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Ash Content	≤ 0.3%

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