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Clariant PV FAST A4R Organic Pigment

Clariant PV FAST A4R is a high-performance organic pigment from Clariant’s PV FAST® series, offering excellent heat stability, lightfastness and dispersibility for automotive and industrial coatings. This red-shade azo pigment delivers strong tinting strength, low migration, and outstanding weather resistance—ideal for demanding plastic and paint applications requiring regulatory compliance and consistent color reproducibility.
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Features Of Clariant PV FAST A4R Organic Pigment

  1. High thermal stability suitable for processing temperatures up to 280 °C.

  2. Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance in demanding outdoor applications.

  3. Superior dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer matrices.

  4. Low migration tendency, ensuring color consistency in PVC, polyolefins, and engineering plastics.

  5. Compliant with major global regulatory frameworks including REACH and FDA 21 CFR §178.3297 for food-contact plastics.

Typical Applications Of Clariant PV FAST A4R Organic Pigment

  1. Coloration of rigid and flexible PVC profiles, cables, and flooring.

  2. Pigmentation of polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) fibers and injection-molded parts.

  3. High-performance automotive interior plastics requiring long-term UV durability.

  4. Masterbatch formulations for transparent and semi-crystalline thermoplastics.

  5. Engineering plastics including ABS and polycarbonate blends for consumer electronics housings.

Specifications Of Clariant PV FAST A4R Organic Pigment

Chemical TypeQuinacridone derivative
Product FormFree-flowing powder
AppearanceReddish-violet fine powder
Primary ApplicationsPVC, polyolefins, engineering plastics
Key FeaturesThermally stable, low volatility, high tinctorial strength
BenefitsConsistent batch-to-batch color, minimal filter clogging in extrusion
Regulatory StatusREACH registered; compliant with FDA 21 CFR §178.3297
Storage ConditionsStore in cool, dry place below 30 °C; protect from moisture and direct sunlight


Clariant PV FAST A4R Organic Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary chemical class and typical application field for PV FAST A4R?

A: PV FAST A4R is a high-performance quinacridone-based organic pigment, widely used in demanding applications such as automotive coatings, industrial finishes, and high-gloss plastics where excellent lightfastness, weather resistance, and color strength are required.


Q2: Is PV FAST A4R suitable for use in food-contact plastic applications?

A: PV FAST A4R is not pre-approved for direct food-contact applications under major global regulatory frameworks. Its suitability depends on final formulation compliance, processing conditions, and end-use migration assessments — users must conduct full regulatory validation per applicable jurisdiction and intended application.


Q3: How does PV FAST A4R perform in terms of thermal stability during polymer processing?

A: This pigment exhibits good thermal stability, typically withstanding processing temperatures up to approximately 280–300 °C for short residence times — making it compatible with common engineering thermoplastics such as polyolefins, ABS, and polycarbonate blends.


Q4: What dispersion characteristics can be expected in solvent-based and water-based systems?

A: PV FAST A4R demonstrates excellent dispersibility in both polar solvent-based systems (e.g., esters, ketones) and aqueous dispersions when processed with appropriate surfactants or polymeric dispersants. Optimal dispersion generally requires high-shear milling or bead-milling techniques to achieve maximum color development and gloss.


Q5: What is the recommended dosage range for achieving optimal color strength without compromising physical properties?

A: Dosage depends on the substrate, desired shade intensity, and performance requirements, but PV FAST A4R is typically used at low concentrations — generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight — to deliver strong violet-red hues while maintaining good rheology and mechanical integrity in the final system.



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