Clariant Permanent Red LB 01 Pigment

Features Of Clariant Permanent Red LB 01 Pigment

1. High chroma and excellent color strength for vibrant, consistent red shades.

2. Outstanding thermal stability suitable for high-temperature processing up to 280 °C.

3. Good lightfastness and weather resistance in demanding outdoor applications.

4. Excellent dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer matrices.

5. Low volatility and minimal extractables, meeting stringent regulatory requirements for plastics and packaging.

Typical Applications Of Clariant Permanent Red LB 01 Pigment

1. Polyolefin (PP, PE) injection molding and blow-molded containers.

2. Engineering plastics including ABS, PS, and PC for automotive interior components.

3. Food-contact compliant rigid packaging films and caps.

4. Household appliances and consumer electronics housings.

5. Masterbatch formulations for wire & cable jacketing and construction profiles.

Specifications Of Clariant Permanent Red LB 01 Pigment

Clariant Permanent Red LB 01 Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary chemical class of Permanent Red LB 01?

A: Permanent Red LB 01 is a high-performance, polycyclic azo pigment, specifically classified as a diketopyrrolopyrrole (DPP)-based red pigment. It is not a dye or a metal-complex pigment, and its molecular structure contributes to its excellent thermal stability and lightfastness.

Q2: Is this pigment suitable for use in food-contact plastics?

A: Permanent Red LB 01 is not approved for direct food-contact applications under major global regulatory frameworks. It may be considered for non-migrating, indirect food-contact uses—such as external packaging layers—subject to full formulation evaluation and compliance verification by the end-user according to applicable regional regulations.

Q3: How does this pigment perform under high-temperature processing conditions?

A: Permanent Red LB 01 exhibits very good thermal stability and is suitable for high-shear, high-temperature polymer processing, including polyolefin compounding and engineering thermoplastics such as polyesters and polyamides. It typically withstands continuous processing temperatures up to 280–300 °C without significant color shift or decomposition.

Q4: What dispersion methods are recommended for optimal color development?

A: For best results, dispersion should be carried out using high-shear equipment such as twin-screw extruders or bead mills. Pre-treatment with compatible dispersants or surface modifiers is often beneficial, especially in polar polymer systems. Optimal dispersion ensures maximum color strength, gloss, and batch-to-batch consistency.

Q5: Can Permanent Red LB 01 be used in water-based coatings or inks?

A: Yes—when properly formulated with appropriate surfactants and stabilizers, Permanent Red LB 01 can be successfully incorporated into aqueous systems such as architectural paints, industrial coatings, and water-based flexographic or gravure inks. Performance depends on particle size control and colloidal stability during milling and storage.