Basic fuchsine
Synonyms
CI 42510;
Benzenamine, 4-((4-aminophenyl)(4-imino-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene)methyl)-2-methyl-, monohydrochloride;
Basic Violet 14 monohydrochloride;
Basic magenta;
CI Basic Violet 14;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 632-99-5
EINECS: 211-189-6
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C20H20ClN3; C20H19N3.HCl
Molecular Weight: 337.85
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), solid.
Solubility soluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Solid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2, nitrogen oxides and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent dyeing, masking, antistatic, antibacterial abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
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Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
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As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Product standards
(1), Chinese standards
(1a), HG/T 3393 Basic fuchsine (C.I. Basic violet 14)
4, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as dye. For example, used in textiles, printing inks.
2, Personal care products
Colorant in personal care products.
Further information:
(1), (1a), In accordance with EU regulations (EC) 2009/1223, directive 88/667/EEC, be included in Annex IV/66.
Not to be used in products applied on mucous membranes.
(1b), In accordance with EU regulations (EC) 2013/344, be included in Annex II/1329.
Not to be used in hair dye products.
(2), In accordance with Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition) of China, be included in the allowable colorants.
Not to be used in products applied on mucous membranes.
Not to be used in hair dye products.
Manufacturers
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