High color strength and excellent tinctorial value in both organic and aqueous systems.
Outstanding thermal stability suitable for high-temperature processing up to 220 °C.
Good lightfastness and weather resistance, especially in automotive and industrial coatings.
Excellent dispersibility in common polymer matrices including polyolefins and engineering plastics.
Low migration tendency, meeting stringent regulatory requirements for food-contact and toy applications.
Automotive interior and exterior plastic parts (PP, ABS, PC).
Industrial and architectural coatings requiring durable blue shade consistency.
Polyolefin fibers and spunbond nonwovens for technical textiles.
Masterbatches for injection-molded consumer goods and packaging components.
Electrical and electronic housings where color stability under UV exposure is critical.
| Chemical Type | Quinacridone-based organic pigment |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Deep reddish-blue powder |
| Primary Applications | Plastics, coatings, and masterbatches |
| Key Features | High heat stability, low volatility, excellent dispersion |
| Benefits | Consistent batch-to-batch color match, minimal filter clogging |
| Regulatory Compliance | EU REACH registered; compliant with ISO 8124-3 for toys |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool, dry place below 30 °C; protect from moisture |
Q1: What are the primary application areas for Hostaperm Blue A2R and Coa... Pigment?
A: This high-performance organic pigment is widely used in engineering plastics—including polyolefins, polyesters, and polycarbonates—where excellent heat stability, lightfastness, and dispersion characteristics are required. It is also suitable for masterbatch production and select high-end coatings systems demanding strong blue shade intensity and good migration resistance.
Q2: How does Hostaperm Blue A2R compare to standard phthalocyanine blues in terms of thermal stability?
A: Hostaperm Blue A2R exhibits significantly improved thermal stability compared to conventional copper phthalocyanine pigments, enabling its use in high-temperature polymer processing such as injection molding and extrusion of engineering thermoplastics without noticeable shade shift or degradation.
Q3: Is this pigment suitable for food-contact plastic applications?
A: Hostaperm Blue A2R and Coa... Pigment is not pre-approved for direct food-contact applications under major global regulatory frameworks. Its suitability for such uses depends on full formulation assessment, including polymer type, processing conditions, and end-use requirements—and must be validated by the compounder or end-user in compliance with applicable local regulations.
Q4: What is the typical dosage range when using this pigment in polyolefin masterbatches?
A: Dosage generally ranges from 0.1% to 2% by weight in polyolefin masterbatches, depending on the desired color strength, base resin, and processing method. Optimal loading should be determined through laboratory trials to balance color development, dispersion quality, and cost efficiency.
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