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HCID 5284479Generated: November 2, 2026

Benzyl Violet 4B

violet2 · violet5b · violet6b · violet5bn · violetno1 · C.I. 42640 · violetno.1 · woolviolet

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Benzyl Violet 4B molecular structure

Identifiers & Physical Properties

CAS No.1694-09-3
Molecular formulaC39H40N3NaO6S2
Average molar mass733.9 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass733.22562263 g/mol
SMILESCCN(Cc1cccc(S(=O)(=O)[O-])c1)c1ccc(C(=C2C=CC(=[N+](C)C)C=C2)c2ccc(N(CC)Cc3cccc(S(=O)(=O)[O-])c3)cc2)cc1.[Na+]
InChIKeyAXMCIYLNKNGNOT-UHFFFAOYSA-M
PubChem CID5284479
DTXSIDDTXSID7021441

Chemical & Physical Properties

Topological polar surface area141
Hydrogen bond donors0
Hydrogen bond acceptors8
Rotatable bonds10
Heavy atoms51
Formal charge0
Complexity1,340
Chemical classesCarcinogens
Solubilityless than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
Melting point473 to 482 °F (decomposes) (NTP, 1992)245-250°C
Physical DescriptionBenzyl violet 4b is a fine black powder. (NTP, 1992)
Storage conditionsAmber Vial, -20°C Freezer, Under inert atmosphere
Colour Index42640
Physical stateSolid
ColorBlue
StabilityIncompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
CAS DataBase Reference1694-09-3(CAS DataBase Reference)
Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS)FD&C VIOLET NO. 1--DELISTED
FDA UNII550X5X78WK
Proposition 65 ListBenzyl Violet 4B
IARC2B (Vol. 16, Sup 7) 1987
EPA Substance Registry SystemC.I. Acid Violet 49 (1694-09-3)
GHS pictogramGHS08
Signal wordWarning
GHS hazard statementsH351
GHS precautionary statementsP201-P202-P280-P308+P313-P405-P501-P281
Hazard symbolsXn
Risk statements (R)40
Safety statements (S)36/37-53
UN transport number2811
Water hazard class (WGK)1
RTECS numberBQ1140000
TSCA inventory statusTSCA listed
Customs code3204.12.5090
Hazard class6.1
Packing groupIII
Hazardous substances data1694-09-3(Hazardous Substances Data)

Safety & Regulations

GHS classificationWarningH351: Suspected of causing cancer [Warning Carcinogenicity]P203, P280, P318, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)DangerH301: Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]P203, P264, P264+P265, P270, P280, P301+P316, P305+P354+P338, P317, P318, P321, P330, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)
Regulatory informationHazard Traits - CarcinogenicityThe New Jersey Worker and Community Right to Know Act requires public and private employers to provide information about hazardous substances at their workplaces. (N.J.S.A. 34:5A-1 et. seq.)
Fire hazardsFlash point data for this chemical are not availablehowever, it is probably combustible. (NTP, 1992)
Health hazardsACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: When heated to decomposition this compound emits very toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides, ammonia, sodium oxide and sulfur oxides. (NTP, 1992)
Reactive groupAmines, Phosphines, and Pyridines
Reactivity ProfileBENZYL VIOLET 4B neutralizes acids in weakly exothermic reactions to form salts plus water. May be incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides. May generate hydrogen, a flammable gas, in combination with strong reducing agents such as hydrides.
Air and Water ReactionsInsoluble in water.
Hazard Classes and CategoriesAcute toxicity - category 3CarcinogensCarc. 2
Fire fightingFires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. (NTP, 1992)
First aidEYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

Applications & Uses

Uses

Benzyl Violet is an impuriy of α,α-Bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]-4-(methylamino)-benzenemethanol which is a product from degradation of methyl green.

General Description

Fine black powder.

Nonfire spill responseSMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, you should dampen the solid spill material with water, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with water to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash all contaminated surfaces with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)RECOMMENDED RESPIRATOR: Where the neat test chemical is weighed and diluted, wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with a combination filter cartridge, i.e. organic vapor/acid gas/HEPA (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas, SO2 and a high efficiency particulate filter). (NTP, 1992)
Carcinogen ClassificationBenzyl violet 4BGroup 2B: Possibly carcinogenic to humansVolume 16: (1978) Some Aromatic Amines and Related Nitro Compounds – Hair Dyes, Colouring Agents and Miscellaneous Industrial Chemicals1987
RAIS Toxicity Values5.7e-06CALEPA0.02
Water hazard class (WGK)1
TSCA inventory statusTSCA listed
RTECS numberBQ1140000
UN transport number2811
Customs code3204.12.5090
Risk statements (R)40
Signal wordWarning
GHS pictogramGHS08
Hazard symbolsXn
Safety statements (S)36/37-53
Hazard class6.1
Packing groupIII
GHS hazard statementsH351
GHS precautionary statementsP201-P202-P280-P308+P313-P405-P501-P281
Hazardous substances data1694-09-3(Hazardous Substances Data)