Description

Basic Green 5 is a synthetic cationic (basic) dye belonging to the triarylmethane chemical class. This compound is valued for its intense green coloration and strong affinity for substrates like paper, silk, and acrylic fibers. It is primarily utilized in the textile, paper, and specialty ink industries as a colorant. The product is supplied under the identifier CAS No. 6722-15-2.

Application

• Textile Dyeing: Used for coloring silk, wool, and acrylic fibers, providing vibrant green shades with good fastness properties.
• Paper Coloring: Applied in the manufacture of specialty papers, including decorative and security papers.
• Ink Formulation: Serves as a colorant in the production of inks for ballpoint pens, stamp pads, and other writing instruments.
• Biological Staining: Employed in microbiological and histological laboratories as a staining agent for microscopic analysis.
• Leather Finishing: Used in the dyeing of leather goods to achieve specific green hues.
• Industrial Markers: Incorporated into non-permanent markers and color-coded industrial fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Basic Green 5
CAS No.	6722-15-2
Molecular Formula	C27H31N2O4S
Molecular Weight	479.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Brilliant Green; Ethyl Green; Diamond Green G; Malachite Green J; C.I. 42040; Basic Brilliant Green; Aniline Green; Victoria Green B
EINECS	229-773-7

Quality Control

Our Basic Green 5 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, color strength, and performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming specifications for identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product consistency for your industrial processes.

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	Dark green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Water Solubility	Complete
Ash Content	≤ 1.0%

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