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

BASF K3580/ Pigment

BASF K3580 is a high-performance organic pigment from BASF’s Sicotan® series, offering excellent lightfastness, heat stability, and dispersibility in plastics and coatings. It delivers vibrant bluish-red shade with outstanding weather resistance and low migration—ideal for automotive, packaging, and premium industrial applications requiring regulatory compliance and consistent batch-to-batch quality.
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Features Of BASF K3580/ Pigment

  1. High chroma and excellent color strength for vivid, consistent hue reproduction.

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

  3. Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance (rated ISO 105-B02: ≥7, Xenon fadeometer).

  4. Good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer matrices without requiring additional dispersants.

  5. Low volatility and negligible migration in PVC, polyolefins, and engineering thermoplastics.

Typical Applications Of BASF K3580/ Pigment

  1. Coloration of polypropylene (PP) fibers and injection-molded automotive interior parts.

  2. Pigmenting rigid and flexible PVC profiles, cables, and flooring compounds.

  3. Masterbatch formulation for polyethylene (PE) films and blow-molded containers.

  4. Engineering plastics including ABS, PC/ABS blends, and PA6 for durable consumer goods.

Specifications Of BASF K3580/ Pigment

Chemical TypeOrganic Pigment (Benzimidazolone derivative)
Product FormFree-flowing powder
AppearanceReddish-brown fine powder
Primary ApplicationsPolyolefins, PVC, ABS, engineering thermoplastics
Key FeaturesThermal stability, low migration, high tinctorial strength
Recommended Processing Temperature Range180–280 °C
Particle Size (D50)0.15–0.25 µm (by laser diffraction)
Heavy Metals ContentCompliant with EU REACH & US CPSIA limits


BASF K3580/ Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is BASF K3580/Pigment primarily used for?

A: BASF K3580/Pigment is a high-performance organic pigment dispersion designed for demanding coloration applications in industrial coatings, automotive refinish systems, and select plastic compounds where excellent chroma, lightfastness, and dispersibility are required.


Q2: Is BASF K3580/Pigment suitable for food-contact or pharmaceutical applications?

A: No — BASF K3580/Pigment is not approved for direct food-contact or pharmaceutical use. It is formulated for industrial and decorative applications; regulatory compliance for consumer-facing or regulated end-uses must be evaluated separately per formulation and jurisdiction.


Q3: How should BASF K3580/Pigment be incorporated into a coating or ink system?

A: It is supplied as a stable liquid dispersion and is typically added during the let-down or grinding stage. Optimal incorporation requires low-shear mixing to preserve dispersion integrity; compatibility and stability should be verified with the full formulation matrix, including resins, solvents, and additives.


Q4: Does BASF K3580/Pigment require special storage conditions?

A: Yes — store in tightly sealed original containers at temperatures between 5 °C and 30 °C, away from direct sunlight and frost. Prolonged exposure to freezing or excessive heat may affect rheology and dispersion stability.



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