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BASF Paliogen Red L4120 Organic Pigment

BASF Paliogen Red L4120 is a high-performance organic pigment from BASF’s Paliogen® series offering exceptional heat stability up to 300°C chemical resistance and outstanding lightfastness. Ideal for engineering plastics automotive coatings and high-end inks this red pigment delivers intense hue purity and excellent dispersion properties ensuring vibrant color consistency across demanding industrial applications.
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Features Of BASF Paliogen Red L4120 Organic Pigment

  1. High thermal stability suitable for engineering plastics processing up to 300 °C.

  2. Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance (Xenon fade rating ≥7 per ISO 105-B02).

  3. Outstanding chemical resistance to acids, alkalis, and solvents commonly used in industrial coatings.

  4. Strong tinctorial strength and clean bluish-red shade with high chroma.

  5. Good dispersibility in polar and non-polar polymer matrices without requiring surface treatment.

Typical Applications Of BASF Paliogen Red L4120 Organic Pigment

  1. Automotive exterior coatings requiring long-term color retention.

  2. Engineering thermoplastics including polyamide (PA), polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), and polycarbonate (PC).

  3. High-performance industrial coatings for metal and plastic substrates.

  4. Plastic packaging films where regulatory compliance and thermal stability are critical.

  5. Masterbatches for injection-molded and extruded technical parts.

Specifications Of BASF Paliogen Red L4120 Organic Pigment

Chemical TypePerylene derivative (C.I. Pigment Red 179)
Product FormFree-flowing powder
AppearanceDeep bluish-red powder
Primary ApplicationsHigh-end coatings, engineering plastics, masterbatches
Key FeaturesThermal stability, lightfastness, chemical resistance
Regulatory StatusCompliant with EU REACH; not listed under SVHC candidate list
Recommended Processing Temperature RangeUp to 300 °C (short-term)
Particle Size (D50)Approx. 0.1–0.2 µm (by laser diffraction)


BASF Paliogen Red L4120 Organic Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are the key performance advantages of Paliogen Red L4120 compared to conventional red organic pigments?

A: Paliogen Red L4120 offers exceptional thermal stability and outstanding lightfastness, making it particularly suitable for high-temperature processing applications such as engineering plastics compounding and automotive coatings. Its high tinctorial strength and clean bluish-red shade also support excellent color consistency and minimal batch-to-batch variation.


Q2: Is Paliogen Red L4120 suitable for use in food-contact plastics or packaging inks?

A: Paliogen Red L4120 is not certified for direct food contact applications. It is intended for industrial and technical uses including automotive, construction, and general-purpose plastics and coatings. Formulators requiring food-contact compliance should consult BASF’s portfolio of approved pigments and verify suitability against applicable regional regulations.


Q3: How does Paliogen Red L4120 perform in polyolefin systems like PP and PE?

A: This pigment demonstrates good dispersibility and thermal stability in polyolefins, especially when processed at typical extrusion temperatures. It maintains color integrity during melt processing and shows low tendency toward blooming or plate-out, supporting robust performance in injection-molded and blow-molded parts.


Q4: What types of dispersion media or milling aids are typically recommended for optimal dispersion of Paliogen Red L4120?

A: For liquid systems, non-ionic surfactants and polymeric dispersants are commonly effective. In masterbatches, carrier resins with compatible polarity—such as EVA or functionalized polyolefins—are frequently used. Optimal dispersion conditions depend on equipment type and formulation matrix, so lab-scale trials are recommended to fine-tune processing parameters.



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