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Sudan I

Sudan I chemical structure
CAS Number842-07-9
FormulaC6H5N=NC10H6OH
Mol. Weight248.28 g/mol

What is Sudan I?

Sudan I is a chemical compound with CAS number 842-07-9 and molecular formula C6H5N=NC10H6OH. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

Sudan I is a lysochrome, a diazo-conjugate dye, used as an industrial dye, added to products such as waxes, oils, petrol, solvents and polishes. Sudan I is a category 3 carcinogen previously, now banned, used to color certain foodstuffs.

Specifications

Linear Formula

C6H5N=NC10H6OH

Molecular Weight

248.28 g/mol

Colour Index Number

12055

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
GHS08GHS08
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H317-H341-H351-H413

Precautionary Statements

P280

Melting Point

131-133 °C(lit.)

EC Number

212-668-2

WGK Germany

2

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