Description

Solvent Red 197 is a high-performance, oil-soluble azo dye renowned for its excellent color strength and stability in non-polar media. This product is critical for formulators requiring consistent, vibrant red coloration in applications where solubility in organic solvents is paramount. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the plastics, printing inks, and specialty coatings industries to achieve durable and reliable color effects.

Application

• Primary colorant for solvent-based printing inks, including flexographic and gravure inks.
• Coloration of engineering plastics such as polystyrene (PS), ABS, and polycarbonate (PC).
• Staining and tinting of industrial lubricants and greases for identification purposes.
• Pigmentation for wood stains and decorative varnishes.
• Manufacture of colored waxes and polishes.
• Color concentrate for masterbatch production in the polymer industry.
• Specialty applications in research and development laboratories as a chemical marker.

Basic Information

Product Name	Solvent Red 197
CAS No.	52372-39-1
Molecular Formula	C24H20N4O2
Molecular Weight	396.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Solvent Red 197; C.I. Solvent Red 197; 1-[[4-(Phenylazo)phenyl]azo]-2-naphthol; 1-[(E)-[4-[(E)-Phenyldiazenyl]phenyl]diazenyl]naphthalen-2-ol; Oil Red; Azoic Red; Ceres Red 197; Neozapon Red 395
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Solvent Red 197 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and strength evaluation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are 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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (vs. Standard)
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.