Preparation of Azo Dyes from Sulfanilamide

Key Points

• The aim is to synthesize a library of potential antibiotic azo dyes from sulfanilamide and aniline.
• Chemical synthesis of azo dyes from sulfanilamide and aniline.
• Preparation of various azo compounds.
• Analytical characterization of the synthesized dyes.
• A diverse range of azo dyes was successfully synthesized.
• The synthesis process is similar to that used for Prontosil, a historic antibiotic.
• Potential applications for the new azo dyes in antibiotic treatments were discussed.