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Pigment Yellow 151

Brand
Fineland Chem
Color Index
Pigment Yellow 151(PY151)
Color Index No
13980
CAS No
31837-42-0
EC No
250-830-4
Chemical Group
Benzimidazolone
Chemical Formula C₁₈H₁₅N₅O₅

What is Pigment Yellow 150

Pigment Yellow 150 is a high-performance organic benzimidazolone yellow pigment widely used in coatings, plastics, and industrial coloration systems requiring good durability and color stability. It is identified in the Color Index as C.I. Pigment Yellow 150 and is typically supplied as a yellow powder for industrial pigment applications.

Product Technical Data and Typical Performance Values

PY151 – DuraPaint®6151        ⬇️TDS
This  is a greenish yellow pigment with stable color performance, suitable for industrial coating applications.

Physical Properties

Test Item
Specification
Density (g/cm3 )
1.57
Specific Surface Area(m2/g)
18-23
Oil Absorption(g/100g)
52
PH Value
6.5-8.5
Bulk Density (lb/gal)
12.5
Total impurities(ppm)
≤600
Molecular structure formula of pigment yellow 151

Fastness Properties

Heat Resistance (℃) 200 Alkali Resistance (1-5) 3
Light Resistance (Full Shade, 1-8) 7-8 Migration Resistance(1-5) 4
Light (Reduced tinting, 1-8) 7 Ethyl Acetate (1-5) 4
Weather Resistance (1-5) 4-5 Ethanol (1-5) 4
Acid Resistance (1-5) 4 MEK (1-5) 4

Typical Applications

Pigment Yellow 150 is widely used in various industrial coloration systems.

Automotive Coatings: OEM coatings and refinishing paints requiring durable yellow shades.
Industrial Coatings: Architectural coatings, powder coatings, and protective finishes.
Plastics: Polyolefins, engineering plastics, and masterbatch production.
Printing Inks: Selected solvent-based and packaging printing inks.
High-Durability Products: Applications requiring strong lightfastness and weather resistance.

These applications benefit from the pigment’s durability and compatibility with modern resin systems.

Key Performance Properties Related to Applications

Color Shade:
Produces a clean greenish-yellow tone with high color clarity.

Tinting Strength:
Provides moderate to strong tinting strength suitable for coatings and plastics.

Lightfastness:
Offers excellent lightfastness, typically rated 7–8 on the Blue Wool scale depending on formulation.

Heat Resistance:
Suitable for plastic processing temperatures typically up to 300 °C depending on the polymer system.

Weather Resistance:
Demonstrates stable performance under outdoor exposure conditions.

Chemical Resistance:
Resistant to many acids, alkalis, and common industrial solvents.

Advantages

  • Excellent Lightfastness and Weather Resistance – Maintains color stability and brightness even under prolonged UV exposure and outdoor conditions.

  • High Hiding Power – Provides strong opacity and uniform color coverage across various substrates.

  • Outstanding Heat Stability – Can withstand up to 260°C for 5 minutes in HDPE, making it suitable for high-temperature plastic processing.

  • Versatile Application – Ideal for industrial coatings, automotive OEM primers, and high-grade inks; also compatible with phthalocyanine and inorganic pigments.

  • Good Dispersibility and Color Strength – Ensures smooth processing and vivid color performance in coatings and plastics.

Typical Limitations

Cost Considerations:
As a high-performance pigment, Pigment Yellow 150 may be more expensive than conventional azo pigments.

Dispersion Requirements:
Proper dispersion techniques may be needed to achieve optimal color development.

Formulation Adjustment:
Opacity or transparency may vary depending on the binder system used.

Buyer Guidance

When evaluating Pigment Yellow 150, buyers typically consider:

• Required shade tone (greenish yellow vs. reddish yellow)
• Exposure conditions such as outdoor weathering or UV exposure
• Processing temperature of plastics or curing temperature of coatings
• Required lightfastness and weather durability
• Compatibility with coating, plastic, or ink resin systems
• Regulatory and compliance considerations for industrial applications

Synonyms

DCC 7151 Benzimidazolone Yellow Kenalake Yellow 4GO Symuler Fast Yellow 4GT Fast Yellow H4G
Foscolor Yellow 151 PV Fast Yellow H4G C.I. Pigment Yellow 151 Dominion DCC-7151
Highlite Yellow 1205 Symuler Fast Yellow 4GO Pigment Yellow 151 (C.I. 13980) Kikufine Yellow TC-9630 / TC-9400
Hostaperm Yellow H4G Symuler Fast Yellow 4GO-E Benzimidazolone Yellow H4G
2-[[1-[(2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)carbamoyl]-2-oxopropyl]azo]benzoic acid
2-[[1,3-dioxo-1-[(2-oxo-1,3-dihydrobenzimidazol-5-yl)amino]butan-2-yl]diazenyl]benzoic acid
2-[[1-[[(2,3-Dihydro-2-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)amino]carbonyl]-2-oxopropyl]azo]benzoic acid
Benzoic acid, 2-[1-(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)aminocarbonyl-2-oxopropylazo]-
N-[2(3H)-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl]-2-(2-carboxyphenylazo)-3-oxobutanamide
5-[2-(2-carboxyphenylazo)acetoacetylamino]-1H-benzimidazol-2(3H)-one

Manufacturer and Supplier Information

Pigment Yellow 150 is manufactured by companies specializing in high-performance organic pigments, particularly benzimidazolone pigment chemistry. Commercial grades may vary in particle size distribution, surface treatment, and dispersion performance, depending on the intended application in coatings, plastics, or inks.

Package and Delivery

● 25KG Kraft Bag, 400kg/500kg Carton Box
● Lead Time: Normally around 15 days after signed contract.

FAQ

1.What color shade does Pigment Yellow 150 produce.

Pigment Yellow 150 generally provides a clean greenish-yellow shade used in coatings and plastics.

2.Is Pigment Yellow 150 suitable for outdoor coatings.

Yes. It is often used in automotive and industrial coatings due to its excellent lightfastness and weather resistance.

3.Can Pigment Yellow 150 be used in plastics.

Yes. The pigment is commonly used in polyolefins and some engineering plastics, depending on processing conditions.

4.What are the key advantages of Pigment Yellow 150.

Typical advantages include excellent lightfastness, high heat resistance, and stable chemical performance in coatings and plastic applications.

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