Description

Solvent Blue 58 is a high-performance solvent dye known for its excellent solubility and strong, vibrant blue coloration in non-polar media. This product is engineered to deliver consistent color strength and superior stability, making it a critical component for precise color matching and formulation integrity. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the plastics, inks, and coatings industries where reliable, non-migratory colorants are essential for product quality.

Application

• Coloration of hydrocarbon-based solvents and fuels for identification and branding.
• Mass coloration of engineering plastics such as polystyrene (PS), polycarbonate (PC), and ABS.
• Manufacturing of printing inks, particularly for flexographic and gravure applications.
• Staining and tinting of wood finishes, lacquers, and industrial coatings.
• Used as a colorant in waxes, polishes, and other specialty chemical formulations.
• Potential application in the coloration of synthetic fibers during melt spinning processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Solvent Blue 58
CAS No.	61814-09-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₈N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	318.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Solvent Blue 58; C.I. 61554; 1,4-Bis(butylamino)-9,10-anthracenedione; 1,4-Bis(n-butylamino)anthraquinone; Ceres Blue GN; Macrolex Blue RR; Waxoline Blue AP-FW; Oil Blue AP
EINECS	263-333-8

Quality Control

Our Solvent Blue 58 is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is tested against rigorous internal specifications for key parameters including color strength, hue, solubility, and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these results is provided with every 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 ambient temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (vs. Standard)
Hue	Within agreed tolerance
Solubility (in Toluene)	Clear, complete solution
Moisture Content	≤ 1.0%
Ash Content	≤ 0.5%

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