High color strength and excellent tinting performance in demanding pigment systems.
Outstanding lightfastness and weather resistance, suitable for long-term outdoor applications.
Good thermal stability up to 220 °C, enabling compatibility with high-temperature processing.
Excellent dispersibility in both polar and non-polar media, including polyolefins and engineering plastics.
Low volatility and negligible migration behavior in polymer matrices.
Automotive interior and exterior plastic parts (PP, ABS, PC/ABS).
Household appliances requiring durable, fade-resistant coloring.
Packaging films and containers where regulatory compliance and clarity are critical.
Industrial coatings for architectural and agricultural equipment.
Masterbatch production for injection-molded and extruded thermoplastics.
| Chemical Type | Halogenated copper phthalocyanine derivative |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Intense bluish-green crystalline powder |
| Primary Applications | Polyolefins, engineering plastics, coatings, inks |
| Key Features | High chroma, excellent heat stability, low bleed |
| Benefits | Consistent batch-to-batch color reproducibility and processing robustness |
| Regulatory Status | Compliant with EU REACH; non-REACH SVHC listed |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool, dry place; protect from moisture and direct sunlight |
Q1: What are the key performance advantages of Heliogen Green D 8725 compared to inorganic green pigments?
A: Heliogen Green D 8725 offers significantly higher tinting strength and cleaner, bluer-shade green hue than most inorganic greens. It provides excellent transparency and strong chroma in demanding applications such as automotive basecoats and high-performance plastics, while maintaining good thermal stability up to typical processing temperatures for polyolefins and engineering thermoplastics.
Q2: Is Heliogen Green D 8725 suitable for use in food-contact plastics?
A: Heliogen Green D 8725 is not approved for direct food-contact applications under major global regulatory frameworks. It may be considered for non-food-contact layers in multilayer packaging or for industrial-grade plastic components where migration is not a concern. Always consult local regulatory requirements and conduct appropriate compliance testing for intended use.
Q3: How does this pigment perform under UV exposure and weathering conditions?
A: As a high-performance phthalocyanine-based organic pigment, Heliogen Green D 8725 exhibits very good lightfastness and weather resistance—particularly when stabilized in compatible resin systems. Performance in exterior applications depends on formulation factors including binder type, UV absorbers, and HALS additives; it is widely used in durable coatings and outdoor plastic profiles where long-term color retention is required.
Q4: What dispersion methods are recommended for optimal color development?
A: For best results, Heliogen Green D 8725 should be dispersed using high-shear equipment such as three-roll mills, bead mills, or high-speed dispersers. Pre-wetting with compatible solvents or resins improves efficiency. Its hydrophobic nature makes it especially well-suited for non-aqueous systems like solvent-borne coatings and melt-compounded thermoplastics.
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