Pigment Red 242
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What is Pigment Red 242?
Pigment Red 242 is a multi-purpose organic pigment that shows a bright, warm-toned red color, which is suitable for formulating orange or warm-red series products. It is used in pvc, ps, and abs plastics, ink, coating.
Key Takeaways
- 01Best fit:Start with this grade when screening candidates for a color-matched trial in PVC, PS, and ABS Plastics, Ink, and Coating.
- 02Why consider it:Use a sample comparison to assess shade development, handling, and overall fit against your current grade.
- 03Before scale-up:Confirm shade, dispersion, and fastness in your actual formulation and process conditions.
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Colour Index | CI 20067 |
| CAS Number | 52238-92-3 |
| Appearance | Naphthol AS red powder |
| Lightfastness | ★★★★★★★★ |
| Heat Resistance | 300°C |
| Oil Absorption | ≤45 g/100g |
| Acid Fastness | ★★★★★ |
| Alkaline Fastness | ★★★★★ |
| Application | PVCPSand ABS PlasticsInkCoating |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pigment Red 242 used for?
Pigment Red 242 is used in PVC, PS, and ABS Plastics, Ink, Coating. Its technical profile includes naphthol as red powder appearance, heat resistance up to 300°C, and light fastness of 8/8.
What are the key specifications of Pigment Red 242?
Pigment Red 242 has Colour Index CI 20067 and CAS Number 52238-92-3. It appears as naphthol as red powder, with heat resistance up to 300°C and oil absorption of ≤45 g/100g.
Is Pigment Red 242 suitable for pvc?
Yes. Pigment Red 242 is listed for PVC, PS, and ABS Plastics, Ink, Coating. Final suitability should be confirmed with a sample in the customer’s actual resin, solvent, binder, or processing conditions.
How should I evaluate Pigment Red 242 before bulk purchasing?
Request a sample of Pigment Red 242 and compare color strength, dispersion, shade, and fastness in the actual formulation against the current grade.
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