OriginBasic Violet 3 is a synthetic triphenylmethane dye derived from coal tar-based aromatic hydrocarbons and aniline chemicals. It is synthesized through oxidative coupling and condensation reactions of substituted aromatic compounds, typically involving formaldehyde.
Crystal violet (CI 42555); Gentian violet
Solubility less than 1 mg/mL at 86 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C25H30ClN3
Mol. Weight
408.00
CAS #
548-62-9
Form
Powder
State
Hexamethyl-p-rosaniline chloride is a green to dark green powder. (NTP, 1992)
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CIR
Insufficient data
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