
1.Basic InformationProduct Name: Indigo Blue
Chemical Formula: C16H10N2O2
Molecular Weight: 262.26
CAS No.:482-89-3
Einecs No.: 207-586-9
2.Specification Cas No. | 482-89-3 |
Colour Index | Vat Blue 1 |
Appearance | Dark blue,Powder,Granular |
Colour light | Similar as the standard sample |
Content | ≥93.0%,94.0% |
Moisture content | ≤1.0% |
Strength | Equal to 100 percent of the standard sample |
PH Range | 9.5-10.5 |
Content of ferric ions | ≤200PPM |
Properties | It is insoluble in water and alcohol.It is soluble in hot Anilin |
3.NatureThis product is dark-blue uniform powdery or granular. It cannot be dissolved in water and common organic
solvents such as ethanol and aether, but can be dissolved in hot aniline and melt phthalic anhydride. Its melting
point in the closed capillary is 390-392°C, and it begins sublimating slowly at 290°C. It has very good sunburn
endurance and application performance.


4.ApplicationIt is mainly used to dye cotton fibre .The pop "cowboy" clothes mostly are made by indigo blue dying longitudinal
yarn and white yarn interweaving;It can be used with sulfurated coloring matter;
Also we can get indigo white,bromized indigo blue from it,they are well used in food coloring matter,biochemistry etc.
5.Package Details25kg net bag , Kraft paper and woven bags.
6.Storage & Delivery 1. Be stored in shade, dry & well-ventilated warehouse.
2. Avoid to be contacted with oxidizing chemicals and combustible organic substances.
3. Keep it away from direct sublight, heat, sparks and open flames.
4. Handle carefully the product and avoid damaging the package
5.Within 7-10 days after confirming the order