Basic red 51 a synthetic dye belongs to the group of basic dyes, is a member of azo dye family. This dye is usually produced via a series of chemical reactions involving aromatic compounds and diazonium salts.
CAS No.: 77061-58-6
Synonyms: C.I. Basic Red 51; 2-[[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]azo]-1,3-dimethyl-1h -imidazolium chloride; Ruby Red;BASICRED51; 2-((4-(Dimethylamino)phenyl)azo)- 1,3-dimethyl- 1H -imidazolium chloride; 1H-Imidazolium, 2- [[4-(dimethylamino) phenyl]azo]-1,3-dimethyl-,chloride
| Physical Properties | |
| Chemical formula | C13H18ClN5 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-[(1,3-dimethylimidazol-1-ium-2-yl)diazenyl]-N,N-dimethylaniline; chloride |
| Molecular weight | 279.77 g/mol |
| Solubility | Soluble in Water & Alcohol |
| Density | 0.45 g/cm3 |
| Chemical Properties | |
| Colour | Red |
| State | Solid Powder |
| Melting point | 197 °C |
| LogP | 1.88 at 25 °C |
| Pictograms : |   |
| Hazard Statements : | H302 : Harmful if swallowed |
| Precautionary statements : | P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264+P265: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection. P301+P317: IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing. P317: Get emergency medical help. P319: Get medical help if you feel unwell. P332+P317: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. P337+P317: If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. P362+P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P391: Collect spillage. P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents/container following local/regional/national/international regulations. |
Basic red 51 a synthetic dye belongs to the group of basic dyes, is a member of azo dye family. This dye is usually produced via a series of chemical reactions involving aromatic compounds and diazonium salts.
CAS No.: 77061-58-6
Synonyms: C.I. Basic Red 51; 2-[[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]azo]-1,3-dimethyl-1h -imidazolium chloride; Ruby Red;BASICRED51; 2-((4-(Dimethylamino)phenyl)azo)- 1,3-dimethyl- 1H -imidazolium chloride; 1H-Imidazolium, 2- [[4-(dimethylamino) phenyl]azo]-1,3-dimethyl-,chloride
| Physical Properties | |
| Chemical formula | C13H18ClN5 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-[(1,3-dimethylimidazol-1-ium-2-yl)diazenyl]-N,N-dimethylaniline; chloride |
| Molecular weight | 279.77 g/mol |
| Solubility | Soluble in Water & Alcohol |
| Density | 0.45 g/cm3 |
| Chemical Properties | |
| Colour | Red |
| State | Solid Powder |
| Melting point | 197 °C |
| LogP | 1.88 at 25 °C |
| Pictograms : | |
| Hazard Statements : | H302 : Harmful if swallowed |
| Precautionary statements : | P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264+P265: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection. P301+P317: IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing. P317: Get emergency medical help. P319: Get medical help if you feel unwell. P332+P317: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. P337+P317: If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. P362+P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P391: Collect spillage. P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents/container following local/regional/national/international regulations. |
Basic red 51 is a synthetic dye that belongs to the class of catioinic dyes, it is often used in various industries for coloring products.
Yes, Basic red 51 is soluble in water.
Basic red 51 is employed in few cosmetic applications such as hair dyes.
It may degrade under prolonged exposure to UV light, depending on the applications and environmental factors.
