High chroma and clean bluish-red shade ideal for premium color matching.
Excellent thermal stability up to 280 °C, suitable for high-temperature processing.
Outstanding lightfastness and weather resistance (ISO 105-B02: ≥7, ISO 105-A02: ≥6).
Good dispersibility in common organic solvents and polymer systems including ABS, PS, and PVC.
Low volatility and negligible extractables—compliant with FDA 21 CFR §178.3297 for food-contact applications.
Automotive interior plastics requiring long-term color retention and low VOC emission.
Consumer electronics housings where high-gloss finish and thermal stability are critical.
Medical device components meeting USP Class VI and ISO 10993 biocompatibility requirements.
Food packaging films and rigid containers compliant with global food-contact regulations.
Architectural coatings demanding UV resistance and fade resistance in exterior applications.
| Chemical Type | Quinacridone derivative |
| Product Form | Fine crystalline powder |
| Appearance | Reddish-purple free-flowing powder |
| Primary Applications | Plastics, coatings, inks |
| Key Features | Thermally stable, lightfast, low migration |
| Benefits | Consistent batch-to-batch color, excellent dispersion, regulatory compliance |
| Regulatory Status | REACH registered; compliant with EU Directive 2002/72/EC (plastic contact) |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool, dry place below 30 °C; protect from moisture and direct sunlight |
Q1: What is the primary chemical class of Solvaperm Red 2G-LHC?
A: Solvaperm Red 2G-LHC is a high-performance, solvent-stable azo pigment designed for demanding non-aqueous applications. It is not a dye or a metal complex pigment, but rather a chemically stabilized organic pigment with enhanced thermal and light stability.
Q2: Is this pigment suitable for food-contact inks or coatings?
A: Solvaperm Red 2G-LHC is not specifically developed or certified for direct food-contact applications. Its use in food packaging inks or coatings must be evaluated case-by-case based on full formulation compliance, regulatory jurisdiction, and migration testing — Clariant does not provide food-contact clearance documentation for this grade.
Q3: How does Solvaperm Red 2G-LHC compare to standard azo red pigments in terms of heat stability?
A: This pigment exhibits significantly improved thermal stability compared to conventional monoazo reds, enabling safe processing in high-temperature extrusion and calendering operations typical for plastic coloration — particularly in polyolefins and PVC compounds.
Q4: What types of solvents or resin systems is Solvaperm Red 2G-LHC typically compatible with?
A: It demonstrates excellent compatibility with common aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents, nitrocellulose-based lacquers, acrylic resins, and chlorinated rubber systems — making it well-suited for gravure and flexographic inks, as well as industrial coatings.
Q5: What is the typical dosage range when using this pigment in solvent-based inks?
A: Dosage depends on formulation requirements and desired shade strength, but it is generally used at low concentrations — typically ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight relative to total ink solids — due to its high tinting strength and efficient dispersion characteristics.
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