Description

Acid Red 254 is a high-performance, synthetic organic dye belonging to the azo chemical class. This product is valued for its excellent color strength, good lightfastness, and strong affinity for synthetic fibers like nylon and polyamide. It is primarily used by manufacturers in the textile, leather, and specialty coatings industries seeking vibrant and durable red colorants for their products.

Application

• Primary dyeing of nylon and polyamide fibers and fabrics.
• Coloration of leather goods, including footwear, bags, and upholstery.
• Production of inks for specialty printing applications.
• Manufacturing of colored plastics and masterbatches.
• As a colorant for paper and non-woven materials.
• Used in research and development laboratories for analytical and experimental purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acid Red 254
CAS No.	89591-44-6
Molecular Formula	C24H20N4Na2O8S2
Molecular Weight	610.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Acid Red 254; C.I. Acid Red 254; Nylosan Red F-3GL; Telon Red F3GL; Acid Leather Red 3GL; Acid Brilliant Red 3GL; 5-[(2,5-Dimethyl-4-sulfophenyl)azo]-6-hydroxy-1-naphthalenesulfonic acid disodium salt; 1-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 5-[(2,5-dimethyl-4-sulfophenyl)azo]-6-hydroxy-, disodium salt
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Quality Control

Our Acid Red 254 is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, spectrophotometry for color strength, and ash content determination, to ensure consistency and compliance with industry specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

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. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (vs. Standard)
Moisture Content	≤ 5.0%
Ash Content	≤ 1.0%
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%
pH (1% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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