High chroma, lightfast orange shade optimized for polyolefin applications.
Excellent thermal stability up to 280 °C, suitable for high-temperature processing including injection molding and extrusion.
Good dispersion performance in PP, PE, and PS matrices without requiring additional dispersing aids.
Low migration and blooming resistance, ensuring color consistency and surface integrity in end products.
Compliant with major global food-contact regulations (EU 10/2011, FDA 21 CFR §178.3297) for approved applications.
Polypropylene (PP) automotive interior parts, including dashboards and trim components.
Polyethylene (PE) packaging films and rigid containers for consumer goods and household products.
Polystyrene (PS) disposable tableware and medical device housings requiring vibrant, stable coloration.
Technical injection-molded parts in white goods and power tool enclosures.
| Chemical Type | Azo pigment-based color paste |
| Product Form | Concentrated liquid paste (non-volatile carrier system) |
| Appearance | Homogeneous orange paste, free from lumps or phase separation |
| Primary Applications | Polyolefins (PP, HDPE, LDPE), polystyrene (PS), ABS |
| Key Features | Thermally stable, low migration, excellent dispersion, food-contact compliant |
| Recommended Use Level | 0.5–3.0 wt% depending on substrate and desired shade strength |
| Storage Conditions | Store in original sealed container at 10–30 °C; avoid freezing and direct sunlight |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from date of manufacture under recommended storage conditions |
Q1: What types of polymers is Hostatint Orange A-HLD 100 compatible with?
A: Hostatint Orange A-HLD 100 is specifically formulated for use in polyolefins—including polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE)—and demonstrates good compatibility in thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) and certain engineering plastics. Performance may vary in polar resins; compatibility testing is recommended for new polymer systems.
Q2: How should this color paste be incorporated into the polymer processing stream?
A: It is typically introduced via gravimetric or volumetric dosing directly into the extruder feed throat or hopper, either neat or pre-blended with a portion of base resin. For optimal dispersion, ensure adequate melt residence time and shear history during compounding or injection molding.
Q3: Is this product suitable for applications requiring heat stability during processing?
A: Yes—Hostatint Orange A-HLD 100 is engineered for thermal stability in standard polyolefin processing conditions, including extrusion and injection molding at typical temperatures up to approximately 240 °C. Extended dwell times or higher-temperature operations may require evaluation under application-specific conditions.
Q4: Does this color paste contain heavy metals or halogens?
A: No—Hostatint Orange A-HLD 100 is formulated without intentionally added heavy metals (e.g., lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium) or halogenated compounds, aligning with Clariant’s commitment to sustainable and regulatory-conscious pigment solutions.
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