S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

CRYSTAL SCARLET

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

CAS No.:				2766-77-0

Chemical Formula:			C20H12N2Na2O7S2

Formula Weight:			502.43

Description:				Dark brown powder

Identification:			To pass test

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

Effective: 01/26/09