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

Pigment System FR56

BASF’s Pigment System FR56 is a high-performance, solvent-based pigment dispersion for automotive refinish coatings. Featuring excellent color strength, gloss retention, and weather resistance, it ensures consistent batch-to-batch reproducibility. Designed for metallic and solid basecoats, FR56 delivers superior jetness and flop control. Part of BASF’s ChromaPlus™ series, it enables efficient production with reduced filtration needs and enhanced storage stability.
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Features Of Pigment System FR56

  1. High thermal stability up to 280°C, suitable for high-temperature processing.

  2. Excellent lightfastness and weather resistance (rated ISO 105-B02: 7–8).

  3. Low volatility and minimal VOC emissions during compounding and extrusion.

  4. Consistent dispersion performance in both polar and non-polar polymer matrices.

  5. Non-migrating formulation ensures color integrity and surface stability in end products.

Typical Applications Of Pigment System FR56

  1. Automotive interior plastics including dashboards, door panels, and trim components.

  2. Engineering thermoplastics such as polyamide (PA6, PA66) and polyphenylene sulfide (PPS).

  3. Electrical and electronic housings requiring UL94 V-0 rated colorants.

  4. Medical device enclosures compliant with ISO 10993-5 cytotoxicity requirements.

  5. Outdoor construction profiles where long-term UV resistance and color retention are critical.

Specifications Of Pigment System FR56

Chemical TypeOrganic-inorganic hybrid pigment dispersion
Product FormFree-flowing granular concentrate
AppearanceUniform dark red-brown granules
Primary ApplicationsEngineering plastics, automotive, medical, and outdoor durable goods
Key FeaturesThermal stability, low migration, high dispersibility, halogen-free
BenefitsReduced filter clogging, consistent batch-to-batch color match, improved melt flow
Recommended Loading Range1.5–4.0 wt% depending on base resin and opacity requirement
Storage ConditionsStore in original sealed packaging at 15–25°C; protect from moisture and direct sunlight


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