Sodium Picramate is an important specialty chemical and is extensively used in various sectors such as dye industry, pigment industry and chemical manufacturing. It is the sodium salt form of picramic acid and has superior reactivity, coloring and compatibility properties for various industrial formulation. Sodium Picramate has a unique chemical structure and is used as a raw material in the manufacture of acid dyes, leather dyes, specialty dyes and various chemical intermediates.
The compound is also used in the production of high-quality dyes with excellent color strength, uniformity, and durability. It is widely used in dye manufacturing for the production of various dyes for textile, leather, paper and industrial dyeing. Sodium Picramate is also used in special chemical manufacture in which aromatic compounds containing a nitro group are needed as intermediates.
| Chemical Name | 2-Amino-4,6-Dinitrophenol Sodium Salt |
| Molecular formula | C6H4N3O5Na |
| Structural Formula |  |
| Molecular weight | 221 |
| CAS no. | 831-52-7 |
| Hazard class | 4.1 |
Specifications of Sodium Picramate:
| Parameters | Specifications | Method of Analysis |
| Appearance | Moist Powder | Visual |
| Color | Red to Brown | Visual |
| Sodium Picramate (Amino Content) | 60-70% | Titration with NaNO2 |
| Moisture Content | 30± 5% | L. O. D. |
| Picric Acid Content | Less than 0.5% | By T. L. C |
| pH of 1% Solution | 7 to 9 | By pH Meter |
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(As per customer requirements)Frequently Asked Questions
Sodium Picramate is widely used as a chemical intermediate in the production of dyes, pigments, specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and laboratory reagents. It is also utilized in research and industrial chemical synthesis.
The exact mechanism is not fully established. It is believed to support hair follicle function and may help prolong the hair growth (anagen) phase. However, scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness is limited compared with treatments like minoxidil.
When used as directed in cosmetic formulations, Sodium Picramate is generally considered safe for topical use. As with many cosmetic ingredients, some people may experience skin irritation or allergic reactions.
If it is effective, users may notice reduced hair shedding within 2–3 months of regular use. Visible improvements in hair density, if they occur, may take 3–6 months or longer.
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