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High thermal stability up to 800°C, suitable for high-temperature ceramic and enamel applications.
Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance, maintaining color integrity under prolonged UV exposure.
Non-toxic and heavy-metal-free formulation compliant with global regulatory standards including EN 71-3 and RoHS.
Consistent particle size distribution ensuring uniform dispersion and optimal color strength in diverse matrices.
Chemically inert in alkaline and mildly acidic environments, enhancing compatibility with cementitious and plaster systems.
Ceramic glazes and underglaze decorations for tableware and architectural tiles.
Colorants for vitreous enamels used on appliances, cookware, and industrial metal substrates.
Pigmentation of Portland cement-based products including paving stones, façade panels, and precast concrete.
Staining agent for refractory materials such as kiln furniture and furnace linings.
Permanent coloring in phosphate-bonded investment casting shell molds.
| Chemical Type | Mixed Metal Oxide (Zinc Iron Chromium Spinels) |
| Product Form | Fine dry powder |
| Appearance | Orange-red free-flowing powder |
| Primary Applications | Ceramics, enamels, cementitious materials, refractories |
| Key Features | Heat stable, UV resistant, non-volatile, pH stable (pH 5–12) |
| Benefits | No batch-to-batch color variation, low oil absorption, excellent dispersibility |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and moisture |
| Regulatory Compliance | REACH registered, RoHS compliant, non-hazardous per GHS classification |
Q1: What are the key advantages of Cathay CATHAYPURE Orange OP2660 compared to organic orange pigments?
A: OP2660 offers superior thermal stability, lightfastness, and chemical resistance due to its inorganic composition—making it especially suitable for high-temperature processing (e.g., engineering plastics compounding) and outdoor applications where long-term color retention is critical. Unlike many organic oranges, it does not suffer from significant fading or blooming under UV exposure or acidic/alkaline conditions.
Q2: Is OP2660 suitable for use in food-contact plastics or toys?
A: OP2660 is formulated to meet general safety requirements for pigments used in polymeric materials intended for indirect food contact and consumer goods, subject to final regulatory review by the end-user’s compliance team. It contains no intentionally added heavy metals above internationally recognized thresholds for such applications, but formal regulatory approval must be verified per target market and polymer matrix.
Q3: How well does OP2660 disperse in common thermoplastics like PP, PE, and ABS?
A: OP2660 exhibits excellent dispersibility in non-polar and moderately polar thermoplastics when processed using standard melt-compounding techniques. Its surface treatment ensures good compatibility and minimizes agglomeration, supporting uniform color development and reduced filtration pressure during extrusion—particularly in PP and HDPE applications.
Q4: Can OP2660 be used in solvent-based coatings or inks?
A: While primarily optimized for polymer coloration, OP2660 demonstrates acceptable stability in medium-polarity solvent systems (e.g., ester- or ketone-based formulations). However, for demanding coating or ink applications, performance—including gloss, rheology, and settling behavior—should be evaluated in the specific vehicle, as dispersion aids or post-treatment may be required to achieve optimal results.
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