Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance suitable for outdoor applications.
High tinctorial strength with consistent batch-to-batch color reproducibility.
Good thermal stability up to 220°C, enabling compatibility with high-temperature processing.
Low volatility and negligible migration in polymer matrices.
Free of heavy metals and compliant with major global regulatory frameworks (REACH, RoHS).
Automotive coatings and OEM topcoats.
Engineering plastics including polyolefins, ABS, and polycarbonate.
Industrial coil coatings and architectural metal finishes.
High-performance inks for packaging gravure and flexographic printing.
Specialty masterbatches for demanding color-critical applications.
| Chemical Type | Quinacridone derivative |
| Product Form | Free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Reddish-violet fine powder |
| Primary Applications | Coatings, plastics, inks |
| Key Features | High chroma, excellent dispersion stability |
| Benefits | Reduced dosage requirement, improved opacity |
| Particle Size (D50) | 0.12–0.18 µm |
| pH Value (10% aqueous slurry) | 6.8–7.4 |
Q1: What are the primary application areas for FF-18 Organic Pigment?
A: FF-18 is widely used in high-performance industrial coatings, automotive refinish systems, and engineering plastics where strong chroma, excellent lightfastness, and thermal stability are required. It is also suitable for select ink formulations demanding fine particle dispersion and gloss retention.
Q2: How does FF-18 perform under elevated processing temperatures?
A: FF-18 exhibits good thermal stability and retains its coloristic properties during standard melt-processing of thermoplastics such as ABS, PS, and certain polyolefins. Performance remains consistent up to typical processing temperatures encountered in extrusion and injection molding, though prolonged exposure above 280°C may affect hue intensity.
Q3: Is FF-18 compatible with common organic solvents and resin systems?
A: Yes — FF-18 demonstrates broad compatibility with aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons, ketones, esters, and chlorinated solvents. It disperses well in acrylic, polyester, alkyd, and epoxy resin systems, supporting stable pigment concentrates and ready-to-use colorants.
Q4: What is the recommended dosage range for optimal performance?
A: Dosage depends on the specific formulation requirements and desired color strength, but FF-18 is typically used at low concentrations — generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight — due to its high tinting strength and efficient dispersion characteristics.
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