Description

Hydrogen [4-[4-(Dimethylamino)-α-(3,6-Disulphonato-1-Naphthyl)Benzylidene]Cyclohexa-2,5-Dien-1-Ylidene]Dimethylammonium, Barium Salt is a specialized barium salt of a complex sulfonated polymethine dye, known for its intense color and unique photophysical properties. This compound is valued for its role as a functional colorant and optical material in advanced industrial applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the specialty dyes, optical filters, and analytical reagent sectors.

Application

• Specialty Dye Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of high-performance dyes and pigments for niche applications.
• Optical Filter Manufacturing: Serves as a key component in the production of selective light filters for scientific and photographic equipment.
• Laser Dye Precursor: Potential use in the development of tunable laser dyes due to its polymethine structure.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed as a colorimetric indicator or a complexing agent in specific spectrophotometric analyses.
• Functional Material Research: Investigated for use in non-linear optics, sensor technologies, and other advanced material science projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydrogen [4-[4-(Dimethylamino)-α-(3,6-Disulphonato-1-Naphthyl)Benzylidene]Cyclohexa-2,5-Dien-1-Ylidene]Dimethylammonium, Barium Salt
CAS No.	98493-34-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Barium salt of Acid Blue 7; C.I. 42080:2; Barium salt of Hydrogen [4-[4-(dimethylamino)-α-(3,6-disulfonato-1-naphthyl)benzylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]dimethylammonium; Brilliant Blue FCF Barium Salt; FD&C Blue No. 1 Barium Lake; E133 Barium Lake; C.I. Food Blue 2 Barium Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of this specialty chemical adheres to strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including spectrophotometric purity analysis and heavy metal screening. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results is 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue to violet powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Colorimetric)	Min. 95%
Loss on Drying	Max. 5.0%
Sulfated Ash	To be specified per grade
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 20 ppm
Barium Content	To be specified per grade

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