Description

Acid Blue 17 is a synthetic acid dye belonging to the anthraquinone class, valued for its bright blue hue and good lightfastness. This colorant is essential for achieving consistent and vibrant coloration in various industrial substrates. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the textile, leather, and paper industries for dyeing and printing applications.

Application

• Primary dyeing of wool, silk, and polyamide (nylon) fibers in the textile industry.
• Printing applications on natural and synthetic fabrics.
• Coloration of leather goods, including footwear, garments, and accessories.
• Dyeing of paper and specialty paper products.
• As a colorant for inks and coatings in specific formulations.
• Potential use in the coloration of certain plastics and polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acid Blue 17
CAS No.	5844-02-0
Molecular Formula	C20H13N2NaO5S
Molecular Weight	416.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Acid Blue A; C.I. Acid Blue 17; Anthraquinone Blue SWF; Acid Blue 2G; Acid Leather Blue A; Dermina Blue A; Eriosin Blue A; Kiton Blue A; Lissamine Blue A; Sodium 1-amino-4-(cyclohexylamino)-9,10-dioxo-9,10-dihydroanthracene-2-sulfonate
EINECS	227-426-4

Quality Control

Our Acid Blue 17 is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Each lot is tested against key parameters including color strength, shade, solubility, and impurity profile. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark Blue Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (Standard)
Shade	Matches Standard
Moisture Content	≤ 5.0%
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 1.0%
Solubility in Water	Conforms
pH (1% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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