High chroma and excellent lightfastness in demanding outdoor applications.
Good thermal stability up to 220 °C, suitable for high-temperature processing.
Excellent dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer systems.
Low volatile organic compound (VOC) content, supporting sustainable formulation requirements.
Consistent batch-to-batch color reproducibility and narrow hue variation.
Automotive exterior coatings and plastic components.
Engineering thermoplastics including polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), and ABS.
Industrial coil coatings requiring long-term weather resistance.
High-performance printing inks for packaging and labeling.
Masterbatch formulations for color concentrates in injection-molded parts.
| Chemical Type | Azo pigment (disazo condensation type) |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Bright yellow powder with slight greenish undertone |
| Primary Applications | Plastics, coatings, inks |
| Key Features | High tinctorial strength, good migration resistance |
| Benefits | Enhanced color consistency, reduced dosage requirement |
| Heat Stability | ≤ 220 °C (10 min, air atmosphere) |
| Lightfastness (ISO 105-B02) | 7–8 (on wool/cotton scale) |
Q1: What are the primary application areas for Sico Yellow FR1252?
A: Sico Yellow FR1252 is widely used in high-performance industrial coatings, automotive refinish systems, and plastic coloration—particularly where excellent lightfastness, thermal stability, and clean yellow hue are required.
Q2: Is Sico Yellow FR1252 suitable for food-contact plastics or inks?
A: This pigment is not approved for direct food-contact applications. It is intended for non-food-contact industrial uses; regulatory compliance must be verified separately per region and end-use.
Q3: How does FR1252 perform under elevated processing temperatures?
A: Sico Yellow FR1252 exhibits good thermal stability and is suitable for standard plastic compounding and coating baking processes, including typical extrusion and curing conditions below 220 °C.
Q4: What dispersion characteristics can be expected in solvent-based systems?
A: The pigment demonstrates good wetting and dispersibility in common organic solvents and resin solutions, enabling stable, low-viscosity dispersions with conventional milling equipment.
Q5: What is the typical dosage range in plastic coloration?
A: Dosage depends on formulation requirements and desired chroma, but it is typically used at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight in most thermoplastic applications.
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