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

BASF D5800 GT Organic Pigment

BASF D5800 GT Organic Pigment is a high-performance, heat-stable benzimidazolone red pigment from BASF’s D5800 series. Designed for demanding automotive and industrial coatings, it delivers excellent lightfastness, weather resistance, and gloss retention. Its optimized particle morphology ensures superior dispersion, color strength, and jetness. Widely used in water-based and solvent-based systems requiring regulatory compliance and consistent batch-to-batch quality.
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Features Of BASF D5800 GT Organic Pigment

  1. High chroma and excellent color strength for vibrant, consistent shades.

  2. Outstanding thermal stability up to 280 °C, suitable for demanding processing conditions.

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

  4. Low volatility and minimal extractables, supporting compliance with stringent regulatory requirements.

  5. Excellent dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer matrices.

Typical Applications Of BASF D5800 GT Organic Pigment

  1. Automotive interior and exterior plastics (PP, ABS, PC/ABS).

  2. Engineering plastics for consumer electronics housings and connectors.

  3. Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) requiring high-temperature processing.

  4. Masterbatch formulations for polyolefins and styrenics.

  5. Industrial coatings requiring high-gloss, durable color performance.

Specifications Of BASF D5800 GT Organic Pigment

Chemical TypeQuinacridone derivative
Product FormFine powder
AppearanceReddish-violet free-flowing powder
Primary ApplicationsPlastics, masterbatches, high-performance coatings
Key FeaturesHigh thermal stability, excellent dispersion, low migration
BenefitsColor consistency across processing cycles, reduced pigment loading
Regulatory ComplianceREACH registered; compliant with FDA 21 CFR §178.3297 (for indirect food contact)
Recommended CarrierPolyethylene or polypropylene wax-based carriers


BASF D5800 GT Organic Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary application field for BASF D5800 GT?

A: BASF D5800 GT is specifically engineered for high-performance coloring in thermoplastic engineering plastics, especially polyamide (PA) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), where excellent thermal stability, dispersion behavior, and color consistency during melt processing are required.


Q2: Is D5800 GT suitable for food-contact applications?

A: D5800 GT is designed to meet stringent regulatory expectations for indirect food contact in plastics, subject to compliance with applicable regional requirements. Final suitability depends on the complete formulation, processing conditions, and end-use migration testing conducted by the compounder or converter.


Q3: How does D5800 GT perform under high-temperature processing conditions?

A: D5800 GT exhibits outstanding thermal stability, retaining its chromatic integrity and minimal volatile content during typical injection molding and extrusion of engineering plastics up to 300 °C — making it well-suited for demanding high-melt-temperature polymers.


Q4: What is the recommended dosage range for optimal performance?

A: Dosage is formulation-dependent, but D5800 GT is typically used at low concentrations — generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight — to achieve strong, uniform coloration while maintaining mechanical properties and processability.


Q5: Does D5800 GT require special dispersion equipment or pre-treatment?

A: D5800 GT is supplied as a free-flowing, dust-reduced granule optimized for direct incorporation into masterbatch or final compound production. It disperses efficiently using standard twin-screw extrusion without requiring pre-wetting or specialized milling steps.



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