Description

4-Methyl-5-[(2-Sulfoethyl)Amino]-2-[(Thiazol-2-Yl)Azo]Benzoic Acid is a specialized azo dye intermediate characterized by its sulfonic acid and thiazole functional groups. This compound is valued for its ability to impart specific color properties and act as a reactive site in the synthesis of high-performance dyes and pigments. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the textile, ink, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop products with enhanced color fastness and solubility profiles.

Application

• Textile Dye Synthesis: A key intermediate for producing reactive and acid dyes for coloring natural and synthetic fibers like cotton, wool, and nylon.
• Ink and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of high-quality inks for printing and specialty pigments requiring good water solubility and color stability.
• Biological Staining Reagents: Serves as a precursor for developing histochemical stains and diagnostic dyes used in laboratory and medical research.
• Functional Material Research: Investigated for use in advanced materials, including light-harvesting arrays and molecular sensors, due to its chromophoric structure.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-5-[(2-Sulfoethyl)Amino]-2-[(Thiazol-2-Yl)Azo]Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	87897-60-7
Molecular Formula	C13H14N4O5S2
Molecular Weight	370.40 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(2-Sulfoethyl)amino]-4-methyl-2-[(2-thiazolyl)azo]benzoic acid; 4-Methyl-5-(2-sulfoethylamino)-2-(2-thiazolylazo)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-5-[(2-sulfoethyl)amino]-2-[(2-thiazolyl)azo]-; 2-(2-Thiazolylazo)-5-[(2-sulfoethyl)amino]-4-methylbenzoic acid; Azo dye intermediate 87897-60-7; Thiazolylazo benzoic acid derivative; C.I. Reactive Orange 107 intermediate (related)
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Methyl-5-[(2-Sulfoethyl)Amino]-2-[(Thiazol-2-Yl)Azo]Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Reddish-brown to dark brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Sulfated Ash	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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