High thermal stability suitable for processing temperatures up to 280 °C.
Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance in outdoor applications.
Good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer systems.
Low migration tendency in PVC, polyolefins, and engineering plastics.
Compliant with major global regulatory frameworks including EU REACH and US FDA indirect food contact requirements (21 CFR §178.3290).
Automotive interior and exterior plastic components.
Household appliances and consumer electronics housings.
Building & construction profiles and window frames.
Packaging films requiring high color consistency and durability.
Industrial coatings for metal and plastic substrates.
| Chemical Type | Quinacridone derivative |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Red-violet free-flowing powder |
| Primary Applications | Polyolefins, PVC, PS, ABS, engineering plastics |
| Key Features | High chroma, excellent heat stability, low volatility |
| Benefits | Consistent batch-to-batch color performance, minimal plate-out during extrusion |
| Recommended Loading Range | 0.05–0.5 wt% depending on substrate and opacity requirements |
| Storage Conditions | Store in original sealed packaging at 15–25 °C, protect from moisture and direct sunlight |
Q1: What is the primary chemical class of Clariant Permanent Red FGR Pigment?
A: Clariant Permanent Red FGR Pigment is a high-performance organic pigment based on the perylene diimide chemical class, offering exceptional thermal stability and lightfastness suitable for demanding industrial applications.
Q2: Is this pigment suitable for use in food-contact plastics?
A: Clariant Permanent Red FGR Pigment is not approved for direct food-contact applications under major global regulatory frameworks. It is intended for non-food-contact industrial plastics, coatings, and specialty inks where high durability is required.
Q3: How does this pigment perform under high-temperature processing conditions?
A: This pigment demonstrates excellent thermal stability and retains its color integrity during standard polymer processing, including extrusion and injection molding at temperatures up to approximately 300 °C, depending on residence time and matrix composition.
Q4: What types of polymers is Clariant Permanent Red FGR Pigment commonly used in?
A: It is widely used in engineering thermoplastics such as polyamide (PA), polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), and polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), as well as in high-temperature coatings and solvent-based industrial inks.
Q5: What is the typical dosage range when incorporating this pigment into plastic compounds?
A: Dosage depends on formulation requirements and desired shade intensity, but it is typically used at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight—to achieve strong tinting strength and optimal dispersion without compromising mechanical properties.
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