86167-73-9

Basic information

• Product Name: Direct Black 170
• Synonyms: C.I.Direct Black 170
• CAS NO: 86167-73-9
• Molecular Weight: 0
• Mol File: 86167-73-9.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Appearance: /
• CAS DataBase Reference: Direct Black 170(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Direct Black 170(86167-73-9)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Direct Black 170(86167-73-9)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 86167-73-9(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Direct Black 170 is a synthetic azo dye used in the textile industry for dyeing cotton and silk fibers. It is a black powder with a molecular formula of C22H18N6O8S2 and a molecular weight of 562.58 g/mol.

Uses

Used in Textile Industry:
Direct Black 170 is used as a dye for coloring cotton and silk fibers due to its ability to produce a deep black color.
However, it is important to note that Direct Black 170 is classified as a hazardous substance by the Environmental Protection Agency due to its potential to cause skin and eye irritation, respiratory problems, and is a possible human carcinogen based on animal studies. It is also known to persist in the environment and can be toxic to aquatic life, posing a risk to water ecosystems. As a result, its use has been subject to regulatory limitations and restrictions in some regions.