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

Clariant Hostaperm Blue A4R Pigment

Clariant Hostaperm Blue A4R is a high-performance organic pigment from the Hostaperm® series, offering excellent lightfastness, heat stability and dispersibility in plastics and coatings. It delivers intense blue shade with superior chroma and weather resistance, widely used in automotive finishes, engineering plastics and industrial applications. This azo-based pigment meets stringent regulatory standards including REACH and RoHS compliance.
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Features Of Clariant Hostaperm Blue A4R Pigment

  1. High chroma and excellent blue shade consistency for precise color matching.

  2. Outstanding thermal stability up to 280 °C, suitable for demanding processing conditions.

  3. Good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer systems including polyolefins and engineering plastics.

  4. Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance (ISO 105-B02, Grade 7–8).

  5. Low migration behavior, ensuring color integrity in food-contact and medical-grade applications.

Typical Applications Of Clariant Hostaperm Blue A4R Pigment

  1. Polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) injection-molded parts.

  2. Automotive interior components requiring high UV and heat resistance.

  3. Household appliances with stringent regulatory and aesthetic requirements.

  4. Technical films and blow-molded containers for packaging.

  5. Engineering plastics such as ABS, PC/ABS blends, and polyamides.

Specifications Of Clariant Hostaperm Blue A4R Pigment

Chemical TypeHigh-performance perylene pigment
Product FormFree-flowing powder
AppearanceDeep blue-violet free-flowing powder
Primary ApplicationsPolyolefins, engineering plastics, masterbatches
Key FeaturesThermal stability, low migration, high tinctorial strength
Regulatory ComplianceEU REACH registered; compliant with FDA 21 CFR §178.3297 for polymers
Particle Size (D50)Approx. 0.08–0.12 µm (by laser diffraction)
Heat ResistanceUp to 280 °C (short-term)


Clariant Hostaperm Blue A4R Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary chemical class of Hostaperm Blue A4R?

A: Hostaperm Blue A4R is a high-performance perylene-based organic pigment, belonging to the perylene diimide family, known for exceptional lightfastness, thermal stability, and resistance to migration in demanding polymer applications.


Q2: Is Hostaperm Blue A4R suitable for food-contact plastics?

A: Hostaperm Blue A4R is not pre-approved for direct food-contact applications under major global regulatory frameworks. Its use in food-contact plastics requires full formulation-level compliance assessment by the end-user, including extraction testing and regulatory review per applicable jurisdiction.


Q3: Which polymers show optimal dispersion and color development with this pigment?

A: Hostaperm Blue A4R delivers excellent dispersion and vivid blue shades in engineering thermoplastics such as polyamide (PA6, PA66), polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), and polyethylene terephthalate (PET), especially under high-temperature processing conditions.


Q4: How does Hostaperm Blue A4R perform under UV exposure and weathering?

A: As a perylene diimide pigment, Hostaperm Blue A4R exhibits outstanding UV stability and weather resistance—significantly outperforming conventional phthalocyanine blues—making it well-suited for outdoor applications where long-term color retention is critical.


Q5: What is the typical dosage range in polymer masterbatches?

A: Dosage depends on the target shade strength and polymer matrix, but Hostaperm Blue A4R is typically used at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight in masterbatch formulations—to achieve strong blue hues with minimal impact on mechanical properties.



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