Description

2-Chloro-6-(Diethylamino)-Fluoran is a specialized fluoran derivative, a key chemical class in the production of functional dyes and color-forming agents. This compound matters for its role as a critical precursor in the synthesis of thermochromic and pressure-sensitive leuco dyes, which are essential for advanced imaging and security printing technologies. Industries that require high-performance color developers, such as specialty ink manufacturing, thermal paper production, and security document printing, rely on this precise chemical intermediate.

Application

• Leuco Dye Synthesis: Primary precursor for manufacturing thermochromic and photochromic leuco dyes.
• Thermal Paper Production: Key color-forming component in coatings for point-of-sale receipts and fax paper.
• Security Inks: Used in the formulation of inks for banknotes, certificates, and tamper-evident labels.
• Pressure-Sensitive Materials: Core agent in carbonless copy paper and impact-sensitive recording systems.
• Functional Pigments: Intermediate for creating advanced organic pigments with specific optical properties.
• Research & Development: Serves as a building block in organic synthesis for novel chromogenic compounds in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6-(Diethylamino)-Fluoran
CAS No.	26567-23-7
Molecular Formula	C23H20ClNO2
Molecular Weight	377.86 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-6-(diethylamino)fluoran; 3'-Chloro-6'-(diethylamino)fluoran; 2-Chloro-6-diethylaminofluoran; 6-(Diethylamino)-2-chlorofluoran; Fluoran, 2-chloro-6-(diethylamino)-; 3-Chloro-6-diethylaminofluoran; 2-Chloro-6-(N,N-diethylamino)fluoran; 2-Chloro-6-(diethylamino)-3H-spiro[isobenzofuran-1,9'-xanthen]-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-6-(Diethylamino)-Fluoran is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity verification, to meet the stringent requirements of advanced material synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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