Description

C.I. Acid Blue 102 is a synthetic anthraquinone-based acid dye known for its bright and stable blue hue. It is valued for its excellent lightfastness and wash fastness properties, making it a reliable colorant for demanding applications. This dye is primarily used by manufacturers in the textile, leather, and paper industries for dyeing protein fibers like wool, silk, and nylon.

Application

• Primary dyeing of wool, silk, and other protein-based natural fibers.
• Coloration of polyamide fibers (nylon) in textiles and carpets.
• Leather dyeing for apparel, upholstery, and accessories.
• Paper staining and tinting for specialty papers.
• Ink formulation for specific printing applications.
• As a colorant for anodized aluminum in certain industrial processes.
• Biological staining in microscopy and histology (specific purified grades).

Basic Information

Product Name	C.I. Acid Blue 102
CAS No.	6856-08-2
Molecular Formula	C32H24N4Na2O8S2
Molecular Weight	694.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Acid Blue 102; Acid Leather Blue AGG; Airedale Blue 3G; Amacid Blue 102; Anthraquinone Blue 3G; C.I. 15705; Dermacid Blue 102; Erio Blue 3G; Lissamine Blue 3G; Naphthazine Blue 3G; Sulphon Acid Blue 3G; Telon Blue 3G (Bayer); Wool Blue 3G
EINECS	229-944-6

Quality Control

Our C.I. Acid Blue 102 is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Each lot is tested for key parameters including color strength, shade, solubility, and impurity profile. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and conformance to specification is provided with every shipment.

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. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (vs. Standard)
Shade	Conforms to standard
Moisture Content	≤ 5.0%
Water Solubility	Conforms
Ash Content (Sulfated)	≤ 1.0%
Particle Size (Through 80 mesh)	≥ 95%

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