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

Clariant Ink Jet Yellow 4GC Pigment

Clariant Ink Jet Yellow 4GC is a high-performance organic pigment from Clariant’s Omniflo® series, engineered for water-based inkjet inks. It delivers exceptional color strength, thermal stability, and jetting reliability with low nozzle clogging risk. Ideal for industrial textile, packaging, and ceramic decoration printing applications requiring vivid yellow hues and consistent dispersion.
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  • clariant ink jet yellow 4gc pigment_60020c7d

Features Of Clariant Ink Jet Yellow 4GC Pigment

  1. High chroma and excellent color strength for vibrant yellow reproduction in aqueous inkjet inks.

  2. Outstanding dispersion stability in low-VOC, water-based ink formulations.

  3. Superior lightfastness and thermal stability suitable for high-speed industrial printing.

  4. Optimized particle size distribution for reliable jetting performance and nozzle clog resistance.

  5. Compatible with common inkjet polymer dispersants and humectants including glycols and surfactants.

Typical Applications Of Clariant Ink Jet Yellow 4GC Pigment

  1. Commercial and industrial wide-format inkjet printing (e.g., signage, banners, textiles).

  2. Direct-to-garment (DTG) textile ink formulations for cotton and blended fabrics.

  3. Decorative tile and ceramic decoration inks requiring high-temperature firing stability.

  4. UV-curable and hybrid aqueous/UV inkjet systems with post-cure compatibility.

  5. Package prototyping and short-run digital label printing on coated and uncoated substrates.

Specifications Of Clariant Ink Jet Yellow 4GC Pigment

Chemical TypeAzo pigment (Pigment Yellow 180 derivative)
Product FormPress cake or dry powder (customizable)
AppearanceYellow to greenish-yellow fine powder
Primary ApplicationsAqueous inkjet inks for industrial and textile printing
Key FeaturesHigh color strength, narrow particle size distribution, low ionic impurity
BenefitsConsistent jetting reliability, reduced maintenance downtime, improved print uniformity
Regulatory ComplianceREACH registered; compliant with EU Directive 2009/48/EC (Toy Safety) for migration limits
Storage ConditionsStore in cool, dry place; avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight


Clariant Ink Jet Yellow 4GC Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary application of Clariant Ink Jet Yellow 4GC Pigment?

A: Clariant Ink Jet Yellow 4GC Pigment is specifically engineered for water-based inkjet inks used in industrial digital printing applications, including packaging, labels, and functional graphics where high chroma, good lightfastness, and reliable jetting performance are required.


Q2: Is this pigment suitable for food-contact printing applications?

A: Clariant Ink Jet Yellow 4GC Pigment is not pre-approved for direct food contact. Its use in food packaging inks must be evaluated case-by-case by the ink formulator in accordance with applicable regional regulatory frameworks and migration testing requirements.


Q3: How is this pigment typically dispersed in ink formulations?

A: It is commonly incorporated into aqueous ink systems using high-shear dispersion techniques—such as bead milling—with appropriate surfactants and stabilizers to achieve stable, low-viscosity dispersions suitable for piezoelectric or thermal inkjet printheads.


Q4: Does Clariant provide technical support for ink formulation optimization?

A: Yes—Clariant offers dedicated technical service support to qualified customers, including dispersion guidance, compatibility assessments with common ink components, and performance evaluation under simulated jetting conditions.



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