Description

Disperse Blue 180 is a high-performance synthetic organic dye belonging to the anthraquinone chemical class. It is valued for its excellent color fastness, thermal stability, and bright blue shade, making it a critical component in demanding coloration processes. This product is primarily required by manufacturers in the textile and specialty plastics industries seeking durable and vibrant coloration.

Application

• Textile Dyeing: Primary application for dyeing hydrophobic fibers like polyester, acetate, and nylon, offering excellent wash and light fastness.
• Plastics Coloring: Used as a colorant for engineering plastics, synthetic fibers (spin dyeing), and other polymer matrices requiring high-temperature processing stability.
• Ink Formulation: Suitable for specialty inks where chemical resistance and color intensity are paramount.
• Automotive Interiors: Coloration of synthetic fabrics and plastic components within vehicles.
• Sportswear and Outdoor Gear: Provides vibrant and durable colors for performance fabrics.
• Transfer Printing: Used in the manufacture of dyes for transfer paper for synthetic fabrics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Disperse Blue 180
CAS No.	69912-84-1
Molecular Formula	C20H17BrN4O6S
Molecular Weight	521.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Disperse Blue SE-2R; C.I. Disperse Blue 180; 1-Amino-4-(3-bromo-4-methylphenyl)amino-9,10-dihydro-9,10-dioxo-2-anthracenesulfonamide; 1-Amino-4-[(3-bromo-4-methylphenyl)amino]-9,10-dihydro-9,10-dioxo-2-anthracenesulfonamide; Blue SE-2R; Samaron Blue FBL; Foron Blue SE-2R
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Quality Control

Our Disperse Blue 180 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive testing for key parameters including color strength, shade, particle size distribution, and dispersion stability to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance in your application. Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirming compliance with our rigorous specifications are available upon request.

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 strong oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the product has excellent shelf stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark Blue Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (vs. Standard)
Shade	Within agreed tolerance
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Moisture Content	≤ 1.0%
Ash Content	≤ 0.5%
Dispersion Stability	Passes test

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