68039-07-6

Basic information

• Product Name: sodium (5or8)-[(4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)azo]-(8or5)-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2-sulphonate
• Synonyms: 2-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 5(or 8)-(2-(4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)diazenyl)-8(or 5)-(2-phenyldiazenyl)-, sodium salt (1:1); 2-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 5(or 8)-((4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)azo)-8(or 5)-(phenylazo)-, monosodium salt; Sodium (5or8)-((4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)azo)-(8or5)-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2-sulphonate; sodium 5-[(2E)-2-(2-methyl-4-oxocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene)hydrazinyl]-8-[(E)-phenyldiazenyl]naphthalene-2-sulfonate
• CAS NO: 68039-07-6
• Molecular Formula: C₂₃H₁₇N₄NaO₄S
• Molecular Weight: 468.4602
• EINECS: 268-229-0
• Mol File: 68039-07-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• CAS DataBase Reference: sodium (5or8)-[(4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)azo]-(8or5)-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2-sulphonate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: sodium (5or8)-[(4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)azo]-(8or5)-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2-sulphonate(68039-07-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: sodium (5or8)-[(4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)azo]-(8or5)-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2-sulphonate(68039-07-6)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 68039-07-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Sodium (5or8)-[(4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)azo]-(8or5)-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2-sulphonate is a complex organic compound with a distinctive molecular structure that includes two azo groups and a naphthalene-2-sulphonate backbone. It is commonly used as a synthetic dye, particularly in the textile industry, where its vibrant and stable color makes it useful for coloring fabrics. The compound is water-soluble and has been used in various applications, including inks, paints, and food coloring. However, its complex chemical structure and potential health and environmental impacts have raised concerns, leading to regulations on its use in certain products and industries. Research on the potential toxicological effects of this compound is ongoing, and it is important to handle and dispose of it responsibly.