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Pigments & Colorants

3-methyl-5-pyrazolone

CAS: 108-26-9

Overview

3-Methyl-5-pyrazolone (CAS 108-26-9 ) is a pyrazolone building block used primarily as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of azo dyes, pigments, and pharmaceutical compounds.

Its reactive methylene group makes it a key coupling component in colorant manufacturing and a starting material for active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis.

In dye and pigment production, it couples with diazonium salts to produce yellow and orange azo colorants used across textile, leather, and paper dyeing processes.

Printing ink formulators rely on these derived pigments for packaging inks where color fastness and substrate adhesion are critical performance requirements.

In pharmaceutical synthesis, it serves as a precursor to pyrazolone-based APIs and intermediates, including analgesic and anti-inflammatory compound classes.

Specialty chemical manufacturers also use it in the production of heterocyclic compounds for agrochemical and research applications.

3-Methyl-5-pyrazolone is supplied as an off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. Technical grade is the standard commercial offering for industrial use.

Pharmaceutical-grade material is available to meet API intermediate specifications. Bulk quantities are typically offered in multi-kilogram and metric ton packaging.

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Physical Properties

Melting Point217-219 °C
Boiling Point183.6°C (rough estimate)
Density1.1890 (rough estimate)
AppearanceYellowish powder
ColorWhite to Light yellow
Formpowder to crystal
Refractive Index1.4327 (estimate)

Safety & Handling

Warning GHS09 Hazard Statements H400 Very toxic to aquatic life H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary Statements P273 Avoid release to the environment. P391 Collect spillage. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code29331990
WGK (Germany)3

Other Names

3-methyl-14-dihydropyrazol-5-one | 3-methyl-2-pyrazolin-5-one

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Chemical Properties

CAS Number
108-26-9
EC Number
203-565-3
Mol. Weight
98.10
HS Code
29331990

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