Description

C.I. Direct Red 214 is a synthetic, water-soluble azo dye belonging to the direct dye class, valued for its strong affinity to cellulosic fibers. This compound is essential for achieving deep, vibrant red shades with excellent wash and light fastness properties in industrial dyeing processes. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the textile, paper, and leather industries for consistent, high-quality coloration.

Application

• Textile Dyeing: Primary application for dyeing cotton, viscose, rayon, and other cellulosic fabrics to produce a range of red hues.
• Paper Coloring: Used in the production of colored papers, tissues, and packaging materials.
• Leather Finishing: Imparts color to leather goods, including footwear, apparel, and upholstery.
• Ink Formulation: A key pigment component in the manufacture of inks for various printing applications.
• Biological Staining: Potential use as a histological stain in laboratory settings for microscopic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	C.I. Direct Red 214
CAS No.	61968-25-0
Molecular Formula	C40H23N7Na4O13S4
Molecular Weight	1085.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Direct Red 214; C.I. 29160; Direct Fast Scarlet 4BS; Direct Scarlet 4BS; Pontamine Scarlet 4BS; Sirius Scarlet 4BS; Atul Direct Scarlet 4BS; Direct Scarlet BS
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of C.I. Direct Red 214 adheres to stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Each lot is analyzed for key parameters including color strength, shade, solubility, and impurity profile. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to dark red powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (vs. Standard)
Moisture Content	≤ 5.0%
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%
pH (1% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Shade	Conforms to standard
Fastness Properties	Contact for details

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