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BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540 RN 16... Organic Pigment

BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540 RN 16 is a high-performance organic pigment from BASF’s Cromophtal® series offering excellent heat stability lightfastness and dispersibility in plastics and coatings. This red-naphthol-based pigment delivers intense scarlet shade strong tinting strength and superior weather resistance ideal for demanding automotive and industrial applications.
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Features Of BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540 RN 16... Organic Pigment

  1. High chroma and clean red shade with excellent bluish-red undertone.

  2. Outstanding thermal stability suitable for high-temperature processing up to 280 °C.

  3. Good lightfastness and weather resistance in demanding outdoor applications.

  4. Excellent dispersibility in both solvent-based and water-based systems.

  5. Low volatility and non-migrating behavior in polymer matrices.

Typical Applications Of BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540 RN 16... Organic Pigment

  1. Automotive coatings (basecoat and clearcoat systems).

  2. Industrial coil coatings and can coatings.

  3. Engineering plastics including polyolefins and ABS.

  4. High-performance inks for packaging and decorative printing.

  5. Architectural and protective coatings requiring durable color retention.

Specifications Of BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540 RN 16... Organic Pigment

Chemical TypeCondensed Azo Pigment (Pigment Red 170)
Product FormFree-flowing powder
AppearanceScarlet red powder
Primary ApplicationsCoatings, Plastics, Inks
Key FeaturesThermal stability, Lightfastness, Dispersibility
Recommended Processing TemperatureUp to 280 °C (short-term)
Regulatory ComplianceREACH registered; compliant with EU Directive 2009/128/EC for biocidal product use restrictions
Storage ConditionsStore in cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture


BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540 RN 16... Organic Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary application field for Cromophtal Scarlet D3540 RN?

A: This high-performance organic pigment is primarily formulated into solvent-based and high-solids industrial coatings, including automotive refinish, coil coating, and general metal finishing systems where strong red shade strength, excellent gloss retention, and good weathering resistance are required.


Q2: Is Cromophtal Scarlet D3540 RN suitable for waterborne systems?

A: While originally developed for solvent-borne applications, it can be incorporated into certain waterborne industrial coatings with appropriate dispersion technology and surfactant selection—however, performance stability and color development may vary and require formulation optimization.


Q3: How does this pigment perform under UV exposure and outdoor weathering?

A: Cromophtal Scarlet D3540 RN delivers good to very good lightfastness and weather resistance in recommended binder systems, particularly when protected by clearcoats or UV absorbers—typical performance exceeds that of standard azo pigments in accelerated xenon-arc testing.


Q4: What is the typical dosage range in coating formulations?

A: Dosage depends on the desired opacity, shade depth, and binder system, but it is generally used at low concentrations—typically ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight relative to total formulation solids—to achieve optimal color strength and cost efficiency.



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