Pigment Red 48:3
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What is Pigment Red 48:3?
Pigment Red 48:3 is a multi-purpose organic pigment with a red powder, good bleed resistance. It is used in plastic, offset ink, industrial coating.
Key Takeaways
- 01Best fit:Start with this grade when screening candidates for a color-matched trial in Plastic, Offset ink, and Industrial 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 15865:3 |
| CAS Number | 15782-05-5 |
| Appearance | Barium lake red powder |
| Lightfastness | ★★★★★★★★ |
| Heat Resistance | 240°C |
| Oil Absorption | ≤50 g/100g |
| Acid Fastness | ★★★★★ |
| Alkaline Fastness | ★★★★★ |
| Application | PlasticOffset inkIndustrial Coating |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pigment Red 48:3 used for?
Pigment Red 48:3 is used in Plastic, Offset ink, Industrial Coating. Its technical profile includes barium lake red powder appearance, heat resistance up to 240°C, and light fastness of 7/8.
What are the key specifications of Pigment Red 48:3?
Pigment Red 48:3 has Colour Index CI 15865:3 and CAS Number 15782-05-5. It appears as barium lake red powder, with heat resistance up to 240°C and oil absorption of ≤50 g/100g.
Is Pigment Red 48:3 suitable for plastic?
Yes. Pigment Red 48:3 is listed for Plastic, Offset ink, Industrial 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 48:3 before bulk purchasing?
Request a sample of Pigment Red 48:3 and compare color strength, dispersion, shade, and fastness in the actual formulation against the current grade.
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