Description

[4-[α-[4-(Dimethylamino)Phenyl]Benzylidene]Cyclohexa-2,5-Dien-1-Ylidene]Dimethylammonium Benzoate is a specialized cationic dye and a benzoate salt derivative of Crystal Violet lactone. This compound is valued for its distinct chromogenic properties, making it a critical functional material in advanced applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the specialty chemicals, imaging, and advanced materials sectors for its role in creating color-changing effects and as a key intermediate in synthesis.

Application

• Pressure-Sensitive and Thermal Paper Dyes: A key leuco dye precursor for developing coatings in carbonless copy paper, thermal receipt paper, and other imaging papers where color change upon stimulus is required.
• Functional Pigments and Inks: Used in the formulation of specialty inks, security inks, and pigments that exhibit photochromic or thermochromic behavior.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in organic synthesis for producing more complex triarylmethane dyes and other chromogenic compounds.
• Research and Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a pH indicator, a staining agent in microscopy, or a model compound in photophysical and electrochemical studies.
• Advanced Material Development: Investigated for use in smart materials, sensors, and optical data storage devices due to its reversible color-switching capabilities.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	[4-[α-[4-(Dimethylamino)Phenyl]Benzylidene]Cyclohexa-2,5-Dien-1-Ylidene]Dimethylammonium Benzoate
CAS No.	68527-61-7
Molecular Formula	C30H31N3O2
Molecular Weight	465.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Crystal Violet Lactone Benzoate Salt; CVL Benzoate; 4-[Bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium benzoate; Benzoic acid, compd. with 4-[bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]dimethylamine (1:1); Leuco Crystal Violet Benzoate; 4,4',4''-Methylidynetris(N,N-dimethylaniline) Benzoate; Triarylmethane Dye Salt; 68527-61-7
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Quality Control

Our production of [4-[α-[4-(Dimethylamino)Phenyl]Benzylidene]Cyclohexa-2,5-Dien-1-Ylidene]Dimethylammonium Benzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 such as strong oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to greenish crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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