Description

2-[(4-Methoxy-2-Nitrophenyl)Azo]Acetoacetanilide is a high-purity azo dye intermediate essential for producing vibrant and stable organic pigments. This compound matters for its role in creating high-performance colorants with excellent lightfastness and thermal stability for demanding industrial applications. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pigments, plastics, inks, and coatings industries seeking reliable and consistent raw materials for their formulations.

Application

• Primary intermediate for the synthesis of high-performance organic azo pigments.
• Key component in manufacturing pigments for plastics and synthetic resins, providing color consistency.
• Used in the production of pigments for industrial and automotive coatings requiring durability.
• Essential raw material for colorants in printing inks, including packaging and publication inks.
• Employed in the coloration of textile fibers and specialty paints.
• Used in research and development for novel dye and pigment chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(4-Methoxy-2-Nitrophenyl)Azo]Acetoacetanilide
CAS No.	6486-21-1
Molecular Formula	C17H16N4O4
Molecular Weight	340.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Pigment Yellow 74 Intermediate; C.I. Pigment Yellow 74; Acetoacet-4-methoxy-2-nitroanilide Azo Dye; 2-[(4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-N-phenyl-3-oxobutanamide; 4-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzeneazoacetoacetanilide; AAMX; Yellow 74 Coupler
EINECS	229-354-7

Quality Control

Our 2-[(4-Methoxy-2-Nitrophenyl)Azo]Acetoacetanilide is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, color strength, and chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request 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, containers should be kept in the original packaging or opaque containers until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to Orange Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Ash Content	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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