Synthesis, characterisation and application of disperse dyes derived from N-2-hydroxyethyl-1-naphthylamine

The synthesis and characterisation of a series of disperse dyes obtained by diazotisation of heterocyclic arylamines and coupling of these compounds with N-2-hydroxyethyl-1-naphthylamine are reported. The dyes were applied to cellulose acetate and their dyeing and fastness properties were assessed and summarised. The absorption spectra of the dyes are discussed, with regard to structure and substitution of the heterocyclic diazo component.