Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

DIC RK-XS Organic Pigment

DIC RK-XS Organic Pigment is a high-performance series from DIC Corporation featuring excellent heat stability lightfastness and dispersibility ideal for automotive coatings and high-end plastics applications offering vibrant color strength and consistent batch-to-batch quality across the RK-XS model range.
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Features Of DIC RK-XS Organic Pigment

  1. Exceptional color strength and chromatic purity for vivid, consistent hue reproduction.

  2. Outstanding thermal stability up to 280°C, enabling compatibility with high-temperature polymer processing.

  3. Excellent dispersion performance in both polar and non-polar media, reducing grinding energy and improving batch reproducibility.

  4. High lightfastness (ISO 105-B02: Grade 7–8) and weather resistance for long-term outdoor durability.

  5. Low heavy metal content, compliant with global regulatory standards including REACH and RoHS.

Typical Applications Of DIC RK-XS Organic Pigment

  1. Automotive interior and exterior plastics (PP, ABS, PC, TPO).

  2. Engineering thermoplastics for electronic housings and consumer appliances.

  3. High-performance industrial coatings requiring gloss retention and UV resistance.

  4. Packaging films and rigid containers where food-contact compliance is critical (subject to local regulatory approval).

  5. Specialty inks for flexible packaging gravure and rotogravure printing.

Specifications Of DIC RK-XS Organic Pigment

Chemical TypeQuinacridone derivative (high-performance organic pigment)
Product FormFree-flowing powder
AppearanceReddish-violet fine powder
Primary ApplicationsPlastics, coatings, and high-end printing inks
Key FeaturesThermally stable, dispersible, non-bleeding, low volatility
BenefitsEnhanced color consistency, reduced formulation complexity, extended service life
Regulatory StatusCompliant with EU REACH Annex XVII; RoHS 2015/863 compliant
Recommended CarrierNon-ionic surfactant or polymeric dispersant systems


DIC RK-XS Organic Pigment – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are the primary application areas for DIC RK-XS Organic Pigment?

A: DIC RK-XS is specially engineered for high-performance industrial coatings, including automotive refinish, coil coatings, and general metal finishing, where excellent dispersion stability, gloss retention, and weather resistance are required.


Q2: How does RK-XS differ from conventional organic pigments in terms of processing behavior?

A: RK-XS features enhanced surface treatment for improved wetting and reduced agglomeration in both solvent-based and high-solids resin systems, enabling easier incorporation and more consistent color development during high-speed dispersion.


Q3: Is RK-XS suitable for use in low-VOC or waterborne coating formulations?

A: Yes — RK-XS demonstrates good compatibility with a range of acrylic, polyester, and polyurethane dispersions, and has been successfully formulated into waterborne and solvent-reduced systems without significant loss in chroma or rheological stability.


Q4: What is the typical dosage range for RK-XS in coating applications?

A: Dosage depends on formulation requirements and desired color strength, but it is typically used at low concentrations — generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight relative to total solids — due to its high tinctorial strength and efficient dispersion characteristics.



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