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

BASF Sico Yellow FR1252 Organic Pigment

BASF Sico Yellow FR1252 is a high-performance organic pigment offering excellent lightfastness thermal stability and dispersion in plastics and coatings. Part of BASF’s Sico Yellow series this FR1252 grade delivers vibrant yellow hue strong color strength and outstanding weather resistance ideal for automotive and industrial applications requiring long-term durability and consistency.
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Features Of BASF Sico Yellow FR1252 Organic Pigment

  1. High chroma and excellent lightfastness in demanding outdoor applications.

  2. Good thermal stability up to 220 °C, suitable for high-temperature processing.

  3. Excellent dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer systems.

  4. Low volatile organic compound (VOC) content, supporting sustainable formulation requirements.

  5. Consistent batch-to-batch color reproducibility and narrow hue variation.

Typical Applications Of BASF Sico Yellow FR1252 Organic Pigment

  1. Automotive exterior coatings and plastic components.

  2. Engineering thermoplastics including polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), and ABS.

  3. Industrial coil coatings requiring long-term weather resistance.

  4. High-performance printing inks for packaging and labeling.

  5. Masterbatch formulations for color concentrates in injection-molded parts.

Specifications Of BASF Sico Yellow FR1252 Organic Pigment

Chemical TypeAzo pigment (disazo condensation type)
Product FormFree-flowing powder
AppearanceBright yellow powder with slight greenish undertone
Primary ApplicationsPlastics, coatings, inks
Key FeaturesHigh tinctorial strength, good migration resistance
BenefitsEnhanced color consistency, reduced dosage requirement
Heat Stability≤ 220 °C (10 min, air atmosphere)
Lightfastness (ISO 105-B02)7–8 (on wool/cotton scale)


BASF Sico Yellow FR1252 Organic Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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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