Description

2-[[4-(Dimethylamino)Phenyl]Azo]-1,3-Dimethyl-1H-Imidazolium Chloride is a cationic azo dye intermediate, specifically an imidazolium salt. This compound is valued for its role in synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments with enhanced color fastness and solubility properties. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the textile, ink, and specialty polymer industries for developing high-performance colorants.

Application

• Textile Dyeing: As a key intermediate for cationic dyes used on acrylic and modified polyamide fibers.
• Ink Formulation: In the production of specialty inks for digital printing and security applications.
• Polymer Modification: For imparting color or functional properties to specialty polymers and resins.
• Biological Staining: Potential use as a precursor for histochemical stains and diagnostic reagents.
• Research & Development: Serving as a building block in organic synthesis for novel chromophores and functional materials.
• Photographic Industry: In the synthesis of light-sensitive compounds and color couplers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[[4-(Dimethylamino)Phenyl]Azo]-1,3-Dimethyl-1H-Imidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	77061-58-6
Molecular Formula	C13H18ClN5
Molecular Weight	279.77 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dimethyl-2-[(4-dimethylaminophenyl)azo]imidazolium Chloride; 2-[(4-Dimethylaminophenyl)azo]-1,3-dimethyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium Chloride; C.I. Basic Red 46; Astrazon Red GTL; Azoic Diazo Component 46; Cationic Red GTL; 1H-Imidazolium, 2-[(4-(dimethylamino)phenyl)azo]-1,3-dimethyl-, chloride
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-[[4-(Dimethylamino)Phenyl]Azo]-1,3-Dimethyl-1H-Imidazolium Chloride adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed against established specifications using modern analytical techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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 crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
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.