| Identification | ||
| Name | Indigo | |
| Synonyms | 2-(1,3-Dihydro-3-oxo-2H-indol-2-ylidene)-1,2-dihydro-3H-indol-3-one; 2,2'-Bis(2,3-dihydro-3-oxoindolylidene); Indigo blue; C.I. 73000; Vat Blue 1 | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C16H10N2O2 | |
| Molecular Weight | 262.27 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 482-89-3 | |
| EINECS | 207-586-9 | |
| Properties | ||
| Melting point | 390-392 ºC (dec.) | |
| Water solubility | <0.1 g/100 mL | |