Dyeing and Pigments

Pigment Red 57:1 (CI 15850:1)

Chemical Class: Monoazo

​Specifications

• ​Color Index No.: 15850:1
• ​Appearance: Red powder
• ​Specific Surface Area: 67.60 m²/g
• ​Bulk Density: 1.41 kg/L
• ​Oil Absorption: 53.70 g/100g
• ​Density: 1.77 g/cm³

​Applications

• ​Printing Inks:
  • High-performance pigment for ​flexographic, ​gravure, and ​offset inks, ideal for ​packaging and ​label printing due to ​excellent color strength and ​dispersion properties.
• ​Coatings:
  • Used in ​industrial coatings and ​automotive finishes requiring ​high opacity, ​UV resistance, and ​thermal stability.
• ​Plastics & Polymers:
  • Stable colorant for ​PVC, ​polyethylene, and ​synthetic rubber, providing vibrant red hues in molded products and films.
• ​Cosmetics:
  • Approved for use in ​lipsticks, ​nail polishes, and ​blushes as a ​non-toxic, ​safe pigment.