👉 Azocyanide is a compound that belongs to the family of chromophores, which are organic compounds with a hydroxyl group (OH) attached to one or more carbon atoms. Azocyanides are commonly used as colorants in food and cosmetic industries due to their vibrant red coloration. In terms of its chemical structure, azocyanides can be classified into two main types: azoazones and azoalkenes. The former is characterized by having a nitrogen atom
