Acid Blue 40

Buy Acid Blue 40 (6424-85-7) MF: C22H16N3NaO6S | MW: 473.435. Get High Quality Acid Blue 40 (6424-85-7) from TriStains.

Acid Blue 40 is a dark blue-colored powder, classified as an anthraquinone dye, with the molecular formula C22H14N3NaO6S. It readily dissolves in water, yielding a blue-colored solution, and is also soluble in acetone and ethanol. However, Acid Blue 40 exhibits slight solubility in nitrobenzene and is insoluble in benzene and dimethylbenzene. Acid Blue 40 is recognized as a reactive dye and serves as an efficient radiation-sensitive initiator of polymerization. Additionally, it is known by other names such as Brilliant Blue FCF or FD&C Blue No. 1, being a synthetic organic compound and a water-soluble dye.

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Application :

• It is mainly used for wool, polyamide fiber and silk dyeing and printing, also can be used for leather color.
• It is used in a wide range of detergent compositions and other products, including paints, coatings, and textiles. 
• Acid Blue 40 has also been found to have a cationic surfactant form, which reacts with an anionic detergent under alkaline conditions.
•  Acid Blue 40 may also be used in pharmaceutical applications as a color additive in medications or capsules.
• Acid Blue 40 is used as a colorant in cosmetic and personal care products, including shampoos, soaps, lotions, and makeup.

Benefits :

• Most effective for the protein fibers
• The hydroxyl groups on the dye molecule are responsible for its reactivity
• Highly soluble in water and have good light fastness
• Utilized in laboratory settings as a staining agent for various purposes
• Good stability and compatibility with various formulations