High thermal stability suitable for demanding processing conditions up to 280 °C.
Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance, meeting ISO 105-B02 and ISO 105-A02 standards.
Strong tinting strength with outstanding chroma and clean red shade (CIE L*a*b* a* ≈ 52–54).
Good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer matrices, including polyolefins and engineering plastics.
Compliant with major global regulatory frameworks including REACH, RoHS, and FDA 21 CFR §178.3297 for food-contact applications.
Coloration of polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) for automotive interior parts.
Masterbatch formulation for rigid packaging requiring high UV stability and migration resistance.
Pigmenting engineering thermoplastics such as ABS, PS, and PC for consumer electronics housings.
Use in PVC profiles and window systems where long-term color retention under outdoor exposure is critical.
Specialty applications in synthetic fibers and technical textiles requiring heat-resistant red hues.
| Chemical Type | Quinacridone-based organic pigment |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Red-violet free-flowing powder |
| Primary Applications | Polyolefins, engineering plastics, PVC, masterbatches |
| Key Features | High thermal stability, excellent lightfastness, low volatility |
| Benefits | Consistent batch-to-batch color performance, low dust generation, easy dispersion |
| Regulatory Compliance | REACH registered, RoHS compliant, FDA 21 CFR §178.3297 approved |
| Density (g/cm³) | ~1.55 |
Q1: What is the primary chemical class of Clariant Permanent Red FRR Pigment?
A: Clariant Permanent Red FRR Pigment is a high-performance organic pigment based on the perylene tetracarboxylic diimide (PTCDI) chemical family, known for exceptional thermal stability, lightfastness, and weather resistance.
Q2: Is this pigment suitable for use in food-contact plastics?
A: Permanent Red FRR is not approved for direct food-contact applications under major global regulatory frameworks. It is intended for non-food-contact industrial and decorative uses, such as automotive coatings, engineering plastics, and general-purpose masterbatches.
Q3: How does this pigment perform in high-temperature polymer processing?
A: Thanks to its robust perylene backbone, Permanent Red FRR exhibits excellent thermal stability—typically retaining full color strength and hue integrity during extrusion and injection molding of engineering thermoplastics, including polyesters, polyamides, and polycarbonates processed up to 300 °C.
Q4: What dispersion characteristics can be expected in standard polymer systems?
A: Permanent Red FRR offers good dispersibility in both polar and non-polar media when processed with appropriate dispersants or carrier resins. In masterbatch formulations, it generally achieves fine, uniform distribution at typical dosage levels ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight, depending on the required chroma and polymer matrix.
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