Indigo
Also known as: (2,2'-Biindoline)-3,3'-dione, (2E)-2-(3-Oxo-1,3-dihydro-2H-indol-2-ylidene)-1,2-dihydro-3H-indol-3-one, (delta(2,2’(3h,3’h))-biindole)-3,3’-dione, (delta(2,2’)-biindoline)-3,3’-dione, 3H-Indol-3-one, 2-(1,3-dihydro-3-oxo-2H-indol-2-ylidene)-1,2-dihydro-, (2E)-, AO201, Blue No 201, C.I. Natural Blue 1, C.I. Pigment Blue 66, D2,2'-Bipseudoindoxyl, EINECS 207-586-9, Indigo J, Indigotin, MFCD00005722, PIGMENT BLUE 66, Vat Dark Blue VB, [D2,2'-Biindoline]-3,3'-dione, [δ2,2'-Biindoline]-3,3'-dione, d&cblueno.6D+C Blue No. 6, d+cblueno6
Indigo (CAS 482-89-3) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H10N2O2 and a molecular weight of 262.26 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of >300 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 400.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 158.2±28.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 482-89-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1082223-8
- Molecular Formula
- C16H10N2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 262.26 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | >300 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 400.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 158.2±28.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 262.074219 |
| PSA | 58.20000 |
| LogP | 3.72 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.709 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Maerz and Paul A Dictionary of Color New York:1930 McGraw-Hill Page 197; Color Sample of Indigo: Page 117 Plate 47 Color Sample E10. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933990090 |
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| Summary | 2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Indigo?
The CAS number of Indigo is 482-89-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Indigo?
Indigo has molecular formula C16H10N2O2 and molecular weight 262.26 g/mol.
Is Indigo hazardous?
Indigo has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Indigo?
For Indigo, Upstream Products: isatin, 2'-Nitroacetophenone, 1-Acetyl-3-indolinone; Downstream Products: Indoxyl, Indirubin, 4-Bromoaniline.
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