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Chemrez Technologies, Inc. Ph Blue 18065

Ph Blue 18065 is a resin-free Phthalocyanine Blue pigment preparation, compatible in both UPR and solvent-based paint. It has high tinting strength and can be used to match custom colors.

Color: Blue

Pigment Type: Organic Pigments

Chemical Family: Phthalocyanine

End Uses: Gelcoat, Solventborne Coating

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics, Epoxies (EP), Polyurethanes (PU)

Synonyms: 29H,31H-Phthalocyanine, Pigment Blue 16

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Identification & Functionality

CI Number
Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Pigment Type
CASE Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
574-93-6
EC No.
209-378-3

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
CASE Ingredients Features
Features & Benefits
  • Excellent compatibility in either UPR, fiber reinforced composites or paints without compromising the curing time.
  • Resin-Free, which allows it to be compatible in wider coating systems.
  • Toxic-free, dispersed in a reactive grinding medium that can enhance final paint performance
  • Cleaner shade allows more accurate color matches for a wide color selection.
  • Part of a colorant system, which covers the full range of color spectrum and enables exact color matches with the lowest cost of tinting.

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Use Level
0.1
Applications
It is used in gelcoat application and tinting of acrylic, alkyd, polyurethane or epoxy paints.
Usage
Hand stir to mix colorant. Maximum dosage recommended at 10.0% by weight in resin or base paint.

Properties

Color
Appearance
Greenish Blue
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Resistance (1-5, at 25°C)5-Supplier’s Test Method and Result
Alkali Resistance (1-5, at 25°C)5-Supplier’s Test Method and Results
Density (at 25°C)1.00 - 1.20g/mlASTM D1475-98
Light Fastness (Full, at 25°C)8-Supplier’s Test Method and Results
Light Fastness (Tint, at 25°C)8-Supplier’s Test Method and Results
Pigment IndexPB 15:3--
Pigment TypePhthalocyanine Blue--
Pigment Weight (at 25°C)-17Wt%-
Viscosity (at 25°C)100 - 140KUASTM D562-81
Weather Fastness (Full, at 25°C)5-Supplier’s Test Method and Results
Weather Fastness (Tint, at 25°C)5-Supplier’s Test Method and Results

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging
Ph Blue 18065 is packed in plastic pail at 20kgs /pail. Special packing can be arranged.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 Months
Recommended Storage
This product is stable for 12 months from the date of production. Indoor storage requires proper ventilation and away from direct sunlight and heat. Storage temperature should be 25°-35°C. Seal container tightly.