High chroma and excellent color strength for vivid, consistent tinting performance.
Outstanding thermal stability suitable for high-temperature processing up to 280 °C.
Good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer matrices, including polyolefins and engineering plastics.
Low migration tendency, ensuring color fastness and compliance with food-contact regulations (EU 10/2011, FDA 21 CFR).
Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance, maintaining hue integrity under UV exposure and outdoor conditions.
Coloration of polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) for automotive interior trim.
Pigmenting rigid PVC profiles used in window frames and building façades.
Masterbatch formulation for injection-molded consumer electronics housings.
Coloration of PET bottles and thermoformed packaging requiring regulatory compliance.
Specialty applications in technical textiles and synthetic fibers requiring heat-resistant pigments.
| Chemical Type | High-performance organic pigment (Benzimidazolone derivative) |
| Product Form | Free-flowing granular concentrate |
| Appearance | Reddish-brown free-flowing granules |
| Primary Applications | Polyolefins, PVC, PET, engineering thermoplastics |
| Key Features | Thermal stability, low migration, high dispersion efficiency |
| Benefits | Consistent batch-to-batch color, reduced dosage requirement, regulatory compliance |
| Recommended Carrier Resin | PP or HDPE-based carrier system |
| Storage Conditions | Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated area; avoid direct sunlight and moisture |
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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