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Brilliant Crystal Scarlet C.I. 16250 Group Picture

Brilliant Crystal Scarlet C.I. 16250

£33.98 to £115.71

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£33.98
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RRBD679-X
£115.71

What is Brilliant Crystal Scarlet C.I. 16250? It is a synthetic dye belonging to the azo dye class, known for its vivid red colour. It is water-soluble and typically used in a variety of applications, including in the textile, cosmetic, and food industries. The dye is valued for its bright, strong hue, which provides vibrant colouring in various products. It is also used in some laboratory applications as a pH indicator or to stain specific biological samples. Brilliant Crystal Scarlet C.I. 16250 is part of a larger group of dyes that are widely utilised due to their intense, stable colours. Alternate names for this dye include Ponceau 6R, Crystal ponceau 6R, Crystal scarlet, Brilliant crystal scarlet 6R, and Acid Red 44

Consistent Quality: We provide only high-quality Brilliant Crystal Scarlet C.I. 16250, ensuring reliable and consistent results for industrial, commercial, and laboratory applications.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and packaged in non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers to ensure safe handling and preserve product quality during transport.

Frequent uses

Textile Dyeing
Extensively used in the textile industry to dye synthetic fibres such as nylon, polyester, and acrylic. Its vibrant red colour makes it ideal for fashion fabrics, upholstery, and other textiles that require a bold, eye-catching hue. The dye’s strong colourfastness properties help ensure that fabrics maintain their brightness after washing and exposure to light.

Cosmetic Industry
Used in the formulation of various cosmetic products, including lipsticks, eye shadows, blushes, and nail polishes. It imparts a vivid red shade to these products and is valued for its stability, allowing cosmetics to maintain their colour and quality during use and storage.

Food and Beverage Industry
Sometimes employed as a food colourant, particularly in products such as beverages, confectionery, and processed foods. It is used to enhance the visual appeal of food products and is known for its ability to provide a bright, appealing red hue. However, its use in food products is regulated, and must ensure compliance with local food safety standards.

Leather and Paper Dyeing
Also used in the leather and paper industries to add vibrant red colours to products. It is used in the creation of dyed leather goods, such as bags, shoes, and garments, as well as in paper products where a bright, stable red colour is desired.

Plastic and Polymer Colouring
Used to colour plastics, especially for manufacturing plastic components in toys, containers, and other plastic goods. It provides a bright red colour and is effective for maintaining colour integrity under varying environmental conditions.

Chemical and Industrial Applications
Used as a colouring agent or pH indicator in chemical processes. It can be added to certain solutions to visually monitor changes in pH, especially in situations requiring precise colour differentiation.

  • Histology
  • Food dyes

C.I. 16250; Acid Red 44; Ponceau 6R; Crystal Ponceau 6R; Brilliant Crystal Scarlet 

Molecular Formula: C20H12N2Na2O7S2 

Molecular Weight: 502.43

Description: Dark brown powder 

Melting Point: >300 Deg. C 

Lambda Max: 509-514 nm  

Dye content: ~ 80%                                                   

Solubility 0.1% (Water): Clear red solution 

Loss on drying: <20% at 110 Deg. C/ 1 hour 

Cas Number: 2766-77-0

HS Code / Commodity Code: 27667700

Hazard Phrases: H0001

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