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Clariant Colanyl Red E3B 500 Color Paste

Clariant Colanyl Red E3B 500 is a high-performance solvent-based color paste from Clariant’s Colanyl series, designed for demanding industrial coatings and inks. It delivers excellent tinctorial strength, lightfastness, and thermal stability, ensuring consistent red hue reproduction and superior dispersion in polyester, alkyd, and acrylic systems.
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Features Of Clariant Colanyl Red E3B 500 Color Paste

  1. High chroma red shade with excellent batch-to-batch color consistency.

  2. Optimized for dispersion in water-based and solvent-based acrylic, vinyl, and alkyd systems.

  3. Good thermal stability up to 180 °C, suitable for moderate-temperature processing.

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

  5. Compatible with common co-pigments and additives used in industrial coatings and inks.

Typical Applications Of Clariant Colanyl Red E3B 500 Color Paste

  1. Architectural and industrial waterborne coatings.

  2. Automotive refinish coatings (basecoat and primer-surfacer).

  3. Plastic masterbatches for interior automotive components.

  4. General-purpose printing inks for packaging substrates.

  5. Wood finishes and furniture coatings requiring lightfast red tones.

Specifications Of Clariant Colanyl Red E3B 500 Color Paste

Chemical TypeOrganic pigment dispersion (Red 170 derivative)
Product FormConcentrated liquid color paste
AppearanceViscous, homogeneous red paste
Primary ApplicationsCoatings, inks, and plastic coloration
Key FeaturesGood dispersibility, high tinctorial strength, low dusting risk
BenefitsReduced formulation time, improved color reproducibility, lower handling hazard vs. dry pigments
Storage ConditionsStore at 5–30 °C; protect from freezing and direct sunlight
Shelf Life24 months from date of manufacture when stored properly


Clariant Colanyl Red E3B 500 Color Paste – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What types of polymer systems is Colanyl Red E3B 500 compatible with?

A: Colanyl Red E3B 500 is formulated for use in polyolefins—particularly polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE)—and shows good compatibility in thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) and certain engineering plastics. It is not recommended for high-temperature engineering resins like PEEK or PSU without prior compatibility testing.


Q2: How should this color paste be incorporated into the base polymer?

A: The paste is typically introduced via masterbatch dilution or direct gravimetric dosing into the extruder feed throat or side feeder. For optimal dispersion, ensure adequate melt mixing time and shear history—especially in high-output compounding lines. Pre-blending with carrier resin before extrusion may improve homogeneity in sensitive formulations.


Q3: Does Colanyl Red E3B 500 meet regulatory requirements for food-contact applications?

A: This grade is designed to comply with major global food-contact regulations for polyolefins, including FDA 21 CFR §178.3297 and EU Framework Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004. Final compliance depends on the full formulation, processing conditions, and end-use scenario—so users must conduct their own verification per applicable jurisdiction and application.


Q4: What is the typical dosage range for achieving standard red shades in PP injection molding?

A: Dosage depends on desired shade intensity and substrate opacity, but typical usage ranges from 0.1% to 2% by weight in polypropylene. Lighter tints usually fall below 0.5%, while deeper, more saturated reds may require up to 1.5–2.0%, subject to rheological and thermal stability considerations.


Q5: How does heat stability affect performance during processing?

A: Colanyl Red E3B 500 offers good thermal stability suitable for standard polyolefin processing temperatures (up to approximately 260 °C). Prolonged residence times above 240 °C or repeated reprocessing may lead to subtle hue shifts; therefore, minimizing thermal stress is recommended for critical color consistency.



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