Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540/ RN/166 Organic Pigment

BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540/RN/166 is a high-performance organic pigment offering excellent heat stability, lightfastness and solvent resistance. Part of BASF’s Cromophtal series, this red-toned pigment delivers intense color strength and consistent dispersion in automotive coatings, plastics and industrial applications. Its optimized particle morphology ensures superior gloss and weatherability.
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Features Of BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540/ RN/166 Organic Pigment

  1. High chroma and clean red shade with excellent bluish undertone for vivid scarlet reproduction.

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

  3. Excellent lightfastness (ISO 105-B02: Grade 7–8) and weather resistance in outdoor applications.

  4. Good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar media, enabling efficient incorporation into various resin systems.

  5. Compliant with major global regulatory frameworks including REACH, RoHS, and US FDA 21 CFR §178.3297 for food-contact-safe pigments.

Typical Applications Of BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540/ RN/166 Organic Pigment

  1. Automotive coatings – basecoats and clearcoat-tinted systems requiring high durability and gloss retention.

  2. Industrial coil coatings – for pre-painted metal used in building façades and appliances.

  3. Engineering plastics – ABS, PS, PC/ABS blends for consumer electronics and automotive interior parts.

  4. High-performance inks – UV-curable and solvent-based gravure/offset inks for packaging and labels.

  5. Masterbatches – for polyolefins (PP, PE) and engineering thermoplastics requiring consistent color strength and heat stability.

Specifications Of BASF Cromophtal Scarlet D3540/ RN/166 Organic Pigment

Chemical TypeQuinacridone derivative
Product FormFree-flowing fine powder
AppearanceBright scarlet-red powder
Primary ApplicationsCoatings, plastics, inks
Key FeaturesHigh tinctorial strength, low migration, excellent opacity
BenefitsReduced dosage requirement, improved batch-to-batch consistency, enhanced UV resistance
Recommended Processing Temperature RangeUp to 280 °C (short-term)
Regulatory StatusREACH registered; compliant with EU Directive 2002/61/EC and FDA 21 CFR §178.3297


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