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

BASF K3693SQ/ AK-7 Pigment

BASF K3693SQ/AK-7 Pigment is a high-performance organic red pigment from BASF’s Sicopal® series, offering excellent heat stability, lightfastness and dispersibility in plastics and coatings. It delivers vibrant shade consistency, low migration and superior weather resistance—ideal for automotive, packaging and engineering thermoplastics applications.
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Features Of BASF K3693SQ/ AK-7 Pigment

  1. High chroma and excellent color strength for vivid, consistent tinting performance.

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

  3. Good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer matrices, including polyolefins and engineering plastics.

  4. Low migration tendency, ensuring color fastness and compliance with food-contact regulations (EU 10/2011, FDA 21 CFR).

  5. Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance, maintaining hue integrity under UV exposure and outdoor conditions.

Typical Applications Of BASF K3693SQ/ AK-7 Pigment

  1. Coloration of polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) for automotive interior trim.

  2. Pigmenting rigid PVC profiles used in window frames and building façades.

  3. Masterbatch formulation for injection-molded consumer electronics housings.

  4. Coloration of PET bottles and thermoformed packaging requiring regulatory compliance.

  5. Specialty applications in technical textiles and synthetic fibers requiring heat-resistant pigments.

Specifications Of BASF K3693SQ/ AK-7 Pigment

Chemical TypeHigh-performance organic pigment (Benzimidazolone derivative)
Product FormFree-flowing granular concentrate
AppearanceReddish-brown free-flowing granules
Primary ApplicationsPolyolefins, PVC, PET, engineering thermoplastics
Key FeaturesThermal stability, low migration, high dispersion efficiency
BenefitsConsistent batch-to-batch color, reduced dosage requirement, regulatory compliance
Recommended Carrier ResinPP or HDPE-based carrier system
Storage ConditionsStore in dry, cool, well-ventilated area; avoid direct sunlight and moisture


BASF K3693SQ/ AK-7 Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary application area for BASF K3693SQ/ AK-7 Pigment?

A: BASF K3693SQ/ AK-7 is a high-performance organic pigment dispersion specifically developed for use in water-based industrial coatings, including coil coatings, automotive refinishes, and general metal finishing systems where excellent color strength, gloss retention, and weathering resistance are required.


Q2: Is this pigment suitable for food-contact or pharmaceutical applications?

A: No — BASF K3693SQ/ AK-7 is not certified for direct food contact or pharmaceutical use. It is formulated for industrial coating applications and does not meet regulatory requirements for such sensitive end-uses.


Q3: How should this pigment be incorporated into a water-based coating formulation?

A: The product is supplied as a ready-to-use aqueous dispersion and can be added directly during the let-down stage. It exhibits good compatibility with common acrylic, polyester, and polyurethane dispersions, and typically requires only low-shear mixing to ensure uniform distribution without destabilizing the system.


Q4: What are the key handling and storage recommendations?

A: Store in original sealed containers at temperatures between 5 °C and 30 °C, away from freezing and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Avoid contamination with incompatible materials, and always stir gently before use to rehomogenize settled pigment particles.



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