Description

Sodium 2-Acetoacetylamino-4-[[4-(6-Methyl[2,6'-Dibenzothiazol]-2'-Yl)-2-Sulphophenyl]Azo]Benzenesulphonate is a high-performance, water-soluble azo dye intermediate of significant industrial importance. Its complex molecular structure, featuring a benzothiazole moiety, is engineered to deliver exceptional color strength and stability in demanding applications. This compound is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the textile, ink, and specialty coatings industries seeking to produce vivid and durable yellows and oranges. Consistent quality and reliable supply are critical for ensuring batch-to-batch reproducibility in final colored products.

Application

• Primary Intermediate for Reactive Dyes: Key building block for synthesizing high-fastness reactive dyes used in cotton and cellulose fiber dyeing and printing.
• Textile Colorant Production: Manufacture of direct and acid dyes for coloring wool, silk, and nylon fabrics.
• Inkjet Ink Formulations: Used in the production of professional-grade pigment inks for digital textile printing, requiring excellent dispersion and color fidelity.
• Industrial Coatings and Paints: Imparts bright yellow/orange hues in solvent-based and aqueous coating systems for plastics and metals.
• Paper Coloring: Employed in the manufacture of dyes for specialty papers and packaging materials.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and starting material in chemical R&D for novel chromophores and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Sodium 2-Acetoacetylamino-4-[[4-(6-Methyl[2,6'-Dibenzothiazol]-2'-Yl)-2-Sulphophenyl]Azo]Benzenesulphonate
CAS No.	93940-55-7
Molecular Formula	C31H20N5NaO7S3
Molecular Weight	717.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetoacetamide Azo Benzothiazole Dye; 2-Acetoacetylamino-4-[[4-(6-methyl-2,6'-dibenzothiazol-2'-yl)-2-sulfophenyl]azo]benzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; CI Reactive Yellow (related shades); Azo Benzothiazole Sulfonate; Water-Soluble Yellow Dye Intermediate; 6-Methyl-2,6'-dibenzothiazolyl Azo Dye; Sodium 2-(Acetoacetamido)-4-[(4-(6-methyl-2,6'-dibenzothiazolyl)-2-sulfophenyl)azo]benzenesulfonate
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Quality Control

Our production of Sodium 2-Acetoacetylamino-4-[[4-(6-Methyl[2,6'-Dibenzothiazol]-2'-Yl)-2-Sulphophenyl]Azo]Benzenesulphonate adheres to a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectrophotometry for color strength, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and performance consistency for your manufacturing 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect purity and performance. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to Orange Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Color Strength	100 ± 3% (vs. Standard)
Moisture (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Water Solubility	Clear Solution
Ash Content	≤ 20.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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