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Pigment Red 3
Pigment Red 3 is a synthetic organic pigment used in coatings, plastics, and inks for its intense red color and good lightfastness. It is a nitro-substituted azo compound with the CAS number 2425-85-6, molecular formula C10H6(OH)N=NC6H3(NO2)CH3, and a molecular weight of 307.30 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with care due to its danger signal word. Molekula supplies Pigment Red 3 from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Pigment Red 3 is a synthetic organic pigment used in coatings, plastics, and inks for its intense red color and good lightfastness. It is a nitro-substituted azo compound with the CAS number 2425-85-6, molecular formula C10H6(OH)N=NC6H3(NO2)CH3, and a molecular weight of 307.30 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with care due to its danger signal word. Molekula supplies Pigment Red 3 from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 2425-85-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H6(OH)N=NC6H3(NO2)CH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 307.30 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)N=NC2=C(C=CC3=CC=CC=C32)O)[N+](=O)[O-] |
| EC / UN Number | 3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 32129000 |
| Tariff Code | 3212900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pigment Red 3 used for?
Pigment Red 3 is primarily used as a pigment in paints, coatings, plastics, and inks due to its strong color and stability.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Pigment Red 3?
The formula is C10H6(OH)N=NC6H3(NO2)CH3 with a molecular weight of 307.30 g/mol.
How should Pigment Red 3 be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of Pigment Red 3 is available?
Molekula supplies Pigment Red 3 in technical grade, suitable for industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply Pigment Red 3 in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Pigment Red 3 in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Pigment Red 3 order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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