High chroma and excellent color strength in both solvent-based and water-based systems.
Outstanding lightfastness and weather resistance, suitable for demanding outdoor applications.
Good thermal stability up to 220 °C, enabling compatibility with high-temperature polymer processing.
Excellent dispersion stability and low migration tendency in PVC, polyolefins, and engineering plastics.
REACH-compliant and free of heavy metals, azo dyes, and CMR substances (in accordance with EU regulations).
Automotive interior and exterior plastic components (e.g., dashboards, bumpers, trim).
High-performance industrial coatings for architectural and agricultural equipment.
Packaging films and rigid containers requiring food-contact compliance (EU 10/2011, FDA 21 CFR).
Masterbatch formulations for polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), and ABS.
Specialty inks for flexible packaging gravure and flexographic printing.
| Chemical Type | Condensed Azo Pigment (Pigment Red 254 derivative) |
| Product Form | Fine powder, free-flowing granules (standard grade) |
| Appearance | Deep maroon to violet-red dry powder |
| Primary Applications | Plastics, coatings, inks |
| Key Features | High opacity, low oil absorption, excellent dispersibility |
| Benefits | Consistent batch-to-batch color, reduced energy consumption during dispersion |
| Regulatory Status | REACH registered; compliant with RoHS 2 and EU Directive 2002/61/EC |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool, dry place below 30 °C; protect from moisture and direct sunlight |
Q1: What is the primary chemical class and typical hue profile of BASF L3671HD 2030 254?
A: BASF L3671HD 2030 254 is a high-performance perylene-based organic pigment, offering strong bluish-red to violet-red shade characteristics with excellent chroma and clean undertones. Its molecular structure delivers inherent lightfastness and weather resistance suitable for demanding applications.
Q2: Is this pigment suitable for use in food-contact plastics or regulated packaging applications?
A: BASF L3671HD 2030 254 is not specifically designed or certified for direct food-contact applications. It is intended for general industrial use, including automotive coatings, industrial paints, and engineering plastics where regulatory compliance for food contact is not required. Customers must conduct their own regulatory assessment based on end-use conditions and applicable local legislation.
Q3: How does this pigment perform under outdoor exposure and elevated temperature conditions?
A: As a perylene derivative, L3671HD 2030 254 exhibits outstanding thermal stability and resistance to UV degradation. It maintains color integrity and shows minimal fading or chalking when formulated into durable coatings or thermoplastics exposed to prolonged sunlight and elevated processing temperatures—common in automotive and exterior architectural applications.
Q4: What dispersion methods are recommended for optimal color development and stability?
A: For best results, high-shear dispersion using appropriate dispersants and wetting agents is recommended—especially in solvent-borne and high-solid coatings, as well as in masterbatch production for polyolefins and engineering resins. Pre-dispersed forms or specialized carrier systems may be used depending on the base polymer and processing equipment.
Q5: Can this pigment be used in water-based systems, and what considerations apply?
A: Yes, BASF L3671HD 2030 254 can be successfully incorporated into water-based systems—including architectural paints and aqueous inks—when properly surface-treated or formulated with compatible anionic or nonionic stabilizers. Performance depends on pH stability, ionic strength, and the choice of co-binders and rheology modifiers to prevent flocculation.
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