Pigment Red 179

Also known as: C.I. Pigment Red 179, C.I. Vat Red 23, C.I. 71130, N,N'-Dimethyl-3,4,9,10-perylenetetracarboxylic diimide, 2,9-Dimethylanthra[2,1,9-def:6,5,10-d'e'f']diisoquinoline-1,3,8,10(2H,9H)-tetrone, N,N'-Dimethyl-3,4,9,10-perylenedicarboximide, Perylene maroon, Perylene bordeaux, Hostaperm Red P2GL, Indanthren Red GG, Palanthrene Red GG, Caledon Red 2G, Paliogen Maroon 3920, Paliogen Red 4120

Pigment Red 179 (CAS 5521-31-3) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C26H14N2O4 and a molecular weight of 418.400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 694.8±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 341.1±16.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

5521-31-3

Jingsj CID

J-1375044-2

Molecular Formula

C₂₆H₁₄N₂O₄

Molecular Weight

418.400 g/mol

Category

Organic Compounds

Last updated

8/21/2026