High chroma and clean red shade with excellent lightfastness for demanding outdoor applications.
Outstanding thermal stability up to 280 °C, enabling safe use in high-temperature polymer processing.
Excellent dispersibility in both polar and non-polar media, including polyolefins, PVC, and engineering plastics.
Low volatility and minimal extractables—compliant with stringent food-contact and toy safety regulations (e.g., FDA 21 CFR, EN71-3).
Consistent batch-to-batch color performance supported by Clariant’s certified quality control system.
Coloration of polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) fibers and injection-molded parts.
PVC applications including rigid profiles, flexible films, and wire & cable sheathing.
Engineering thermoplastics such as ABS, PC/ABS blends, and polyamides for automotive interior components.
Masterbatch production for packaging films requiring migration-resistant red hues.
Specialty coatings and inks where high-gloss red appearance and weather resistance are critical.
| Chemical Type | Azo pigment (disazo, benzimidazolone-based) |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Reddish-orange fine powder |
| Primary Applications | Polyolefins, PVC, engineering plastics, masterbatches |
| Key Features | Thermal stability, lightfastness, low extractables, high tinctorial strength |
| Benefits | Process reliability, regulatory compliance, consistent color reproduction |
| Recommended Carrier | LDPE or PP for masterbatch formulation |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool, dry place below 30 °C; keep container tightly closed |
Q1: What is the primary chemical class of Savinyl Fire Red 3GLS?
A: Savinyl Fire Red 3GLS is a high-performance azo pigment, specifically engineered for excellent thermal stability and lightfastness in demanding polymer applications.
Q2: Is this pigment suitable for food-contact plastics?
A: Savinyl Fire Red 3GLS is designed for use in non-food-contact plastic applications. It is not approved for direct or indirect food-contact applications under major global regulatory frameworks without prior evaluation and formulation-specific compliance testing.
Q3: How does Savinyl Fire Red 3GLS perform during high-temperature processing?
A: This pigment exhibits good thermal stability and is suitable for standard melt-processing conditions in polyolefins, styrenics, and engineering thermoplastics—typically up to 260 °C for short residence times. Performance may vary depending on matrix, shear history, and residence time.
Q4: What are typical dosage levels when incorporating this pigment into plastics?
A: Dosage depends on the desired shade strength and base polymer, but it is typically used at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight—to achieve vibrant, consistent red hues without compromising dispersion or mechanical properties.
Q5: Can Savinyl Fire Red 3GLS be used in water-based coatings or inks?
A: While primarily developed for thermoplastic and thermoset plastics, Savinyl Fire Red 3GLS can be formulated into aqueous systems with appropriate dispersants and stabilization technology—though performance, rheology, and stability must be validated case-by-case in the target application.
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