Exceptional lightfastness and weather resistance for long-term color stability.
High tinctorial strength and excellent chroma in demanding pigmentary systems.
Outstanding thermal stability up to 280 °C, suitable for high-temperature processing.
Good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar media, enabling efficient incorporation.
Compliant with major global regulatory frameworks including REACH and FDA indirect food contact guidelines (where applicable).
Automotive coatings requiring high durability and gloss retention.
Engineering plastics including polyolefins, ABS, and polycarbonate.
High-performance industrial coatings for architectural and agricultural equipment.
Pigment concentrates (masterbatches) for injection molding and extrusion processes.
Specialty inks for flexible packaging and premium label printing.
| Chemical Type | Polycyclic quinacridone derivative |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Deep blue-violet crystalline powder |
| Primary Applications | Plastics, coatings, inks |
| Key Features | High thermal stability, excellent lightfastness, low volatility |
| Benefits | Color consistency in melt processing, minimal plate-out, superior UV resistance |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.55–1.65 |
| Volatile Matter (wt%, 105 °C) | ≤ 1.0% |
Q1: What are the key performance advantages of Paliogen Blue L 6480 compared to conventional phthalocyanine blues?
A: Paliogen Blue L 6480 offers significantly enhanced thermal stability and improved resistance to migration in polymer matrices, particularly in high-temperature processing applications such as polyolefin injection molding and extrusion. Its molecular structure provides superior lightfastness and weathering resistance without relying on heavy-metal-based stabilizers.
Q2: Is Paliogen Blue L 6480 suitable for use in food-contact plastics?
A: Paliogen Blue L 6480 is designed for use in non-food-contact applications. For food-contact compliance, formulation developers must consult current regional regulatory frameworks and conduct full system-level migration testing — BASF does not pre-approve this pigment for direct or indirect food-contact use without thorough evaluation by the end-user’s regulatory team.
Q3: How should Paliogen Blue L 6480 be dispersed in polyolefins?
A: Optimal dispersion is achieved using high-shear compounding equipment, typically during masterbatch production. Pre-treatment is not required, but pairing with compatible dispersing aids or carrier resins enhances color development and reduces agglomerate formation. Dosage depends on formulation requirements but generally ranges from 0.1% to 2% by weight in final compounds.
Q4: Can this pigment be used in engineering thermoplastics like polyamide or polycarbonate?
A: Yes — Paliogen Blue L 6480 demonstrates good compatibility and thermal stability in engineering thermoplastics processed at elevated temperatures. However, performance may vary depending on resin grade, moisture content, and processing conditions; preliminary trials are recommended to verify color consistency and long-term stability under intended service conditions.
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