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Reactive blue 4

CAS: 13324-20-4

Overview

Reactive Blue 4 (CAS 13324-20-4 ), also known commercially as Procion Blue MX-R and Ostazin Brilliant Blue S-R, is a reactive dye that forms covalent bonds with substrate fibers to deliver durable, wash-fast coloration.

It is a standard reference dye in industrial dyeing operations and laboratory enzyme assay applications. In textile processing, it is applied to cellulosic fibers like cotton, viscose, and linen under alkaline conditions.

This process achieves deep blue shades with high fixation efficiency. Leather tanneries use it for through-dyeing and surface coloration where color fastness under wet conditions is a critical performance requirement.

In paper manufacturing, it is used for mass coloration and surface treatment of specialty papers where consistent hue and bleed resistance matter. It also serves as a substrate in biochemical assays.

This is particularly useful for detecting cellulase and other hydrolytic enzyme activity in research and quality control settings. Reactive Blue 4 is supplied as a powder or granular solid for industrial use.

It is typically provided in commercial dye concentrations standardized by dye content percentage. Technical and laboratory grades are both available depending on the specific application and purity needs.

Lab-grade material is used in enzyme substrate preparations requiring tighter purity specifications. This ensures consistent results in sensitive biochemical testing and high-end manufacturing processes.

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Physical Properties

Boiling Point291°C (rough estimate)
Density1.5315 (rough estimate)
ColorBlue to dark blue
Formsaline suspension
Refractive Index1.6000 (estimate)

Safety & Handling

Warning GHS07 Hazard Statements H319 Causes serious eye irritation Precautionary Statements P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Trade & Regulatory

WGK (Germany)3

Other Names

Procion blue MX-R | C.I. Reactive Blue 4 | Ostazin Brilliant Blue S-R | M3J92M47JZ | TEGOSTAB B 8523

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Chemical Properties

CAS Number
13324-20-4
EC Number
236-363-9
Mol. Weight
637.4

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