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

BASF K3911HD/ Pigment

BASF K3911HD Pigment is a high-performance, heat-stable organic red pigment from BASF’s Sicopal® HD series. Designed for demanding applications like automotive coatings and engineering plastics, it offers excellent lightfastness, weather resistance, and dispersion stability. Its optimized particle morphology ensures vivid color strength and consistent batch-to-batch quality across diverse polymer systems and coating formulations.
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Features Of BASF K3911HD/ Pigment

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

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

  3. Good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar media, enabling efficient incorporation into diverse resin systems.

  4. Excellent lightfastness (ISO 105-B02: Grade 7–8) and weather resistance for long-term outdoor durability.

  5. Low migration tendency, meeting stringent regulatory requirements for food-contact and toy applications.

Typical Applications Of BASF K3911HD/ Pigment

  1. Polyolefin masterbatches (PP, PE) for automotive interior trims and packaging films.

  2. Engineering plastics including ABS, PC, and PBT for consumer electronics housings.

  3. Coating systems for industrial metal finishes and plastic coatings requiring high gloss retention.

  4. Flexible PVC compounds for medical tubing and wire & cable sheathing.

  5. Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) used in soft-touch grips and sealing profiles.

Specifications Of BASF K3911HD/ Pigment

Chemical TypeOrganic Pigment (Benzimidazolone derivative)
Product FormFine free-flowing powder
AppearanceReddish-orange powder
Primary ApplicationsPolyolefins, engineering plastics, coatings, flexible PVC
Key FeaturesHigh thermal stability, low migration, excellent dispersion
BenefitsConsistent batch-to-batch color, reduced processing defects, compliance-ready
Regulatory StatusEU REACH registered; compliant with FDA 21 CFR §178.3297 and EN71-3
Particle Size (D50)0.15–0.25 µm (by laser diffraction)


BASF K3911HD/ Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is BASF K3911HD/Pigment primarily used for?

A: BASF K3911HD/Pigment is a high-performance organic pigment dispersion designed for demanding industrial coating and ink applications, particularly where excellent color strength, lightfastness, and thermal stability are required — such as in automotive refinish, industrial maintenance coatings, and packaging inks.


Q2: Is BASF K3911HD/Pigment compatible with water-based and solvent-based systems?

A: Yes, K3911HD/Pigment is formulated to offer broad compatibility across both aqueous and organic solvent-based media. Its stabilized dispersion technology supports stable integration into acrylic, polyester, alkyd, and polyurethane resin systems, though optimal performance may require minor adjustment of rheology or wetting agents depending on the base formulation.


Q3: How should BASF K3911HD/Pigment be incorporated into a formulation?

A: It is recommended to add K3911HD/Pigment during the let-down or post-addition stage under moderate shear to avoid deagglomeration issues. Pre-dilution with a compatible carrier solvent or resin solution may improve dispersion uniformity. Final dosage typically depends on target color strength and opacity requirements, generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight relative to total formulation solids.


Q4: Does BASF K3911HD/Pigment meet regulatory requirements for food-contact applications?

A: BASF K3911HD/Pigment is not intended for direct food-contact applications unless explicitly validated and approved within a specific end-use system. Formulators must conduct full regulatory assessment — including migration testing and compliance verification — based on final cured film composition, substrate, and intended use conditions.



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