High chroma and excellent brightness for vibrant orange shades.
Outstanding thermal stability suitable for high-speed extrusion processes.
Good lightfastness and weather resistance in demanding outdoor applications.
Excellent dispersibility in both polar and non-polar polymer matrices.
Low volatility and minimal extractables, meeting stringent regulatory requirements for plastics.
Polyolefin masterbatches (PP, PE) for packaging and consumer goods.
Engineering plastics including ABS, PS, and PC for automotive interior components.
Flexible and rigid PVC compounds for building & construction profiles.
Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) used in seals, grips, and soft-touch applications.
General-purpose color concentrates for injection-molded and blow-molded parts.
| Chemical Type | Pyranthrone derivative (Pigment Orange 68) |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Orange-red powder with uniform particle size distribution |
| Primary Applications | Plastics (polyolefins, PVC, engineering thermoplastics) |
| Key Features | High tinctorial strength, good heat stability up to 280°C |
| Benefits | Consistent batch-to-batch color reproducibility and low dust generation |
| Regulatory Compliance | Compliant with EU REACH; non-GMO and heavy metal-free |
| Recommended Carrier | Polyethylene or polypropylene wax-based carriers for masterbatch formulation |
Q1: What are the primary application areas for PV FAST Orange 6RL 68?
A: PV FAST Orange 6RL 68 is widely used in high-performance industrial coatings, including automotive refinish and coil coatings, as well as in selected engineering plastics requiring good heat stability and lightfastness. It is not recommended for food-contact applications or aqueous inkjet inks due to its chemical structure and performance profile.
Q2: How does this pigment perform under thermal processing conditions?
A: PV FAST Orange 6RL 68 exhibits good thermal stability suitable for standard melt-processing of polyolefins and ABS, with typical stability up to approximately 260°C for short residence times. Performance may vary depending on polymer matrix, additives, and processing duration — stabilization and compatibility testing are recommended for each formulation.
Q3: Is PV FAST Orange 6RL 68 compatible with common organic solvents and dispersing agents?
A: Yes — it demonstrates good compatibility with aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons, ketones, and esters typically used in solvent-based coating systems. For optimal dispersion, high-shear mixing with non-ionic or polymeric dispersants is advised; compatibility with ionic dispersants should be verified case by case.
Q4: What is the typical dosage range when using this pigment in plastics or coatings?
A: Dosage depends on the required shade strength and opacity, but it is generally used at low concentrations — typically ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight in plastics and 1–5% by volume solids in industrial coatings. Achieving optimal color development often requires fine-tuning during lab-scale trials.
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