Pigment Yellow 168
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What is Pigment Yellow 168?
Pigment Yellow 168 is an organic pigment for coating systems that shows a bright greenish-yellow color, between c.i. pigment yellow 1 and pigment yellow 3. It is used in coating.
Key Takeaways
- 01Best fit:Start with this grade when screening candidates for a color-matched trial in 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 13960 |
| CAS Number | 71832-85-4 |
| Appearance | Arylide yellow powder |
| Lightfastness | ★★★★★★★★ |
| Heat Resistance | 270°C |
| Oil Absorption | ≤45 g/100g |
| Acid Fastness | ★★★★★ |
| Alkaline Fastness | ★★★★★ |
| Application | Coating |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pigment Yellow 168 used for?
Pigment Yellow 168 is used in Coating. Its technical profile includes arylide yellow powder appearance, heat resistance up to 270°C, and light fastness of 7/8.
What are the key specifications of Pigment Yellow 168?
Pigment Yellow 168 has Colour Index CI 13960 and CAS Number 71832-85-4. It appears as arylide yellow powder, with heat resistance up to 270°C and oil absorption of ≤45 g/100g.
Is Pigment Yellow 168 suitable for coating?
Yes. Pigment Yellow 168 is listed for 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 Yellow 168 before bulk purchasing?
Request a sample of Pigment Yellow 168 and compare color strength, dispersion, shade, and fastness in the actual formulation against the current grade.
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