Description

1-[2-[[2-Chloro-4-[(4-Nitrophenyl)Azo]Phenyl]Amino]Ethyl]-4-Methylpyridinium Chloride is a specialized cationic azo dye intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its value lies in its ability to impart color and functionality to various materials, serving as a key precursor for synthesizing more complex dyes and pigments. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the textile, ink, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop products with specific chromatic and performance properties.

Application

• Primary intermediate for the synthesis of cationic (basic) dyes used in acrylic fiber dyeing.
• Key precursor in the production of specialty inks, including jet printing and security inks.
• Used in the manufacture of colorants for plastics and synthetic polymers.
• Research and development of novel functional dyes for non-textile applications.
• Potential use in the synthesis of biological stains and diagnostic reagents.
• Intermediate for pigment preparations requiring cationic character.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[2-[[2-Chloro-4-[(4-Nitrophenyl)Azo]Phenyl]Amino]Ethyl]-4-Methylpyridinium Chloride
CAS No.	64086-73-3
Molecular Formula	C20H20Cl2N6O2
Molecular Weight	447.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1-[2-[(2-chloro-4-[(4-nitrophenyl)azo]phenyl)amino]ethyl]pyridinium Chloride; C.I. Basic Red 18 Precursor; 1-(2-((2-Chloro-4-((4-nitrophenyl)diazenyl)phenyl)amino)ethyl)-4-methylpyridin-1-ium Chloride; Azo Cationic Dye Intermediate; 4-Methyl-1-[2-[[2-chloro-4-[(4-nitrophenyl)azo]phenyl]amino]ethyl]pyridinium Chloride; 64086-73-3; Basic Dye Intermediate
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-[2-[[2-Chloro-4-[(4-Nitrophenyl)Azo]Phenyl]Amino]Ethyl]-4-Methylpyridinium Chloride adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, chromatic strength, and chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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