1755-51-7

Basic information

• Product Name: PENTAMETHOXY RED
• Synonyms: Pentamethoxylred;PENTAMETHOXY RED;BIS(2,4-DIMETHOXYPHENYL)(2-METHOXYPHENYL)METHANOL;2,2',2'',4,4'-PENTAMETHOXYTRIPHENYLMETHANOL;2,2',2'',4,4'-pentamethoxytrityl alcohol;2,2',2",4,4'-Pentamethoxytriphenylcarbinol;Benzenemethanol, .alpha.-(2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-2,4-dimethoxy-.alpha.-(2-methoxyphenyl)-;α-(2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-2,4-dimethoxy-α-(2-methoxyphenyl)benzenemethanol
• CAS NO: 1755-51-7
• Molecular Formula: C₂₄H₂₆O₆
• Molecular Weight: 410.46
• EINECS: 217-146-8
• Product Categories: Analytical Chemistry;Indicator (pH);pH Indicators;Triphenylmethane
• Mol File: 1755-51-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 146°C
• Boiling Point: 600.3°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 316.8°C
• Appearance: White/crystals
• Density: 1.171g/cm³
• Solubility: Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol
• PKA: 1.86(at 25℃)
• CAS DataBase Reference: PENTAMETHOXY RED(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: PENTAMETHOXY RED(1755-51-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: PENTAMETHOXY RED(1755-51-7)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 1755-51-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Pentamethoxy red is a synthetic dye primarily used in industries for coloring purposes. It is chemically made up of alcohols and esters. It is classified as an anthraquinone dye which is derived from the quinone group of organic compounds. These are crystalline compounds with bright colors and strong fluorescence. The dye is not commonly found in nature but is well-known for its function in providing strong, bright, and long-lasting red color. Due to its chemical properties, it also exhibits excellent light fastness and heat resistance. However, due to its synthetic origin, it may have potential health and environmental effects if it is not appropriately handled or disposed of.

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