Description

Solvent Blue 79 is a high-performance, oil-soluble dye belonging to the anthraquinone chemical class. This product is valued for its excellent solubility in non-polar solvents and its ability to impart a strong, stable blue coloration. It is primarily used by manufacturers in the plastics, inks, and coatings industries seeking consistent, high-quality tinting and identification solutions.

Application

• Plastics Coloring: Used for mass coloration of various polymers, including polystyrene, ABS, and polycarbonate, offering good heat stability and lightfastness.
• Printing Inks: A key component in solvent-based inks for flexographic and gravure printing, providing vivid shades and good printability.
• Industrial Coatings: Employed in wood stains, automotive refinish paints, and other solvent-borne coating systems for decorative and protective purposes.
• Fuel & Lubricant Marking: Acts as a dye for marking fuels, oils, and greases for identification and leak detection.
• Wax & Polishes: Used to color paraffin waxes, shoe polishes, and other similar non-aqueous consumer and industrial products.
• Specialty Chemicals: Serves as an intermediate or colorant in the formulation of specialty chemical products requiring oil-soluble dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Solvent Blue 79
CAS No.	74499-36-8
Molecular Formula	C28H30N2O4
Molecular Weight	458.55 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis[(2,6-diethyl-4-methylphenyl)amino]anthraquinone; C.I. Solvent Blue 79; Oil Blue A; Anthraquinone Blue AP-FW; Ceres Blue GN; MACROLEX Blue RR; Waxoline Blue AP-FW; Plast Blue 8660
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Solvent Blue 79 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive testing for key parameters including color strength, hue, solubility, and purity to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 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.