Pigment Orange 16 is used in a variety of industrial coloring systems.
• Decorative Coatings: Architectural paints and general-purpose industrial coatings.
• Printing Inks: Packaging inks, publication inks, and other general printing applications.
• Plastics: Polyolefins, PVC, and other general plastic coloration systems.
• Packaging Materials: Plastic films, containers, and colored packaging products.
• Masterbatch Production: Used in color masterbatch formulations for plastics.
These applications benefit from the pigment’s bright shade and compatibility with standard manufacturing processes.
Key Performance Properties Related to Applications
• Color Shade:
Produces a bright yellowish-orange tone with clean and vivid color appearance.
• Tinting Strength:
Provides moderate to strong tinting strength suitable for coatings and plastic formulations.
• Dispersibility:
Can be dispersed using conventional milling and compounding equipment.
• Solvent Compatibility:
Compatible with many solvent-based and water-based coating and ink systems.
• Processing Stability:
Suitable for low to medium temperature processing environments.
• Color Development:
Offers stable color development in typical resin and binder systems.
Advantages
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High Transparency in Resinized Form –
The resin-treated form provides excellent transparency, producing bright, clean, and vivid orange hues ideal for clear or glossy applications. -
Economical and Cost-Effective –
Offers a balance between performance and price, making it a cost-efficient option for mass-production of packaging inks. -
Suitable for Printing Ink Applications –
Especially effective in transparent and packaging inks, maintaining stable dispersion and good color strength in ink systems.
Typical Limitations
• Moderate Lightfastness:
For long-term outdoor applications, pigments with higher durability may be preferred.
• Limited Heat Resistance:
Not typically recommended for high-temperature engineering plastics.
• Weather Resistance:
Outdoor performance may vary depending on formulation and exposure conditions.
Buyer Guidance
When evaluating Pigment Orange 16, buyers typically consider:
• Required shade tone (yellowish orange vs. reddish orange)
• Processing temperature of the plastic or coating system
• Lightfastness and weather resistance requirements
• Compatibility with coating, plastic, or ink resin systems
• Dispersion characteristics during manufacturing
• Regulatory and compliance considerations for final applications
Synonyms
| Permanent Orange K | Benzidine Orange R | Dianisidine Orange | Dianisidine Orange |
| Irgalite Orange MOR | Sanyo Fast Orange R | Orange-016-DT-1080 | Seikafast Orange 2970 |
| Symuler Fast Orange K | C.I. Pigment Orange 16 | Pigment Orange 16 (C.I. 21160) | Suimei Dianisidine Orange |
| Spectraflex 6000 Orangel6 | Sunbrite Orange 16(276-3016) | 2,2′-[(3,3′-Dimethoxy[1,1′-biphenyl]-4,4′-diyl)bis(azo)]bis[3-oxo-N-phenylbutanamide] |
Manufacturer and Supplier Information
Pigment Orange 16 is produced by manufacturers specializing in organic azo pigments for coatings, plastics, and printing inks. Commercial grades may differ in particle size distribution, surface treatment, and dispersion characteristics, depending on their intended industrial application.
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 Orange 16 produce.
Pigment Orange 16 typically produces a bright yellowish-orange shade suitable for coatings, plastics, and printing inks.
2.Is Pigment Orange 16 suitable for printing inks.
Yes. It is commonly used in packaging and general printing inks because of its bright color tone and good dispersibility.
3.Can Pigment Orange 16 be used in plastics.
Yes. The pigment can be used in polyolefins, PVC, and other general plastic applications, depending on processing conditions.
4.What are the main characteristics of Pigment Orange 16.
Typical characteristics include bright orange shade, good color strength, and compatibility with coatings, plastics, and printing ink systems.
