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Solvent Red 52

Brand
Fineland Chem
Color Index
Solvent Red 52
Color Index No
68210
CAS No
81-39-0
EC No
201-346-7
Chemical Group
Anthraquinone
Chemical Formula C24H18N2O2

What is Solvent Red 52?

Solvent Red 52 is an oil-soluble solvent dye commonly used for coloring fuels, lubricants, plastics, waxes, and other hydrocarbon-based systems. As a solvent dye, it dissolves directly in compatible organic media and produces bright red transparent coloration.

The dye is valued for its strong tinting strength, good solubility in oils and organic solvents, and stable color performance in industrial formulations. It is widely used in liquid systems for color identification and in plastics where transparent red shades are required.

Product Technical Data

Solvent Red 52 CorSol®3552       ⬇️TDS

This is a bluish red solvent dye recommended for plastics such as PS, SAN, PMMA, PC, PET, PA6, ABS and ABS/PC blends, with potential suitability for PA66, offering stable processing performance and consistent coloration in industrial applications.

Physical Properties

Density(g/cm3) MeltingPoint() Light fastnessin PS Recommended Dosage
Transparent Nontransparent
0.74 280 7 0.05 0.05

Light Fastness: Consist of 1st to 8th grade, and the 8th grade is superior, the 1st grade is bad.

Application

PS HIPS ABS PC RPVC PMMA SAN AS PA6 PET

“☆” Superior, “○” Applicable, “△” Not recommend

Heat stability

Resin PS ABS SAN PMMA PC PA6 PET PPO
Heat resistance() 280 280 300 300 350 300 290 280

in ℃ at 1/3 standard depth with 1% TiO2 (ABS 4% TiO2, and PS 2% TiO2) evaluated according to DIN EN 12877.

Solubility (g/l, at room temperature)

Acetone Butyl Acetate Methylbenzene Dichloromethane Ethylalcohol
0.3 0.3 20.0 2.0 0.1

 

Physical Properties

Test Item Specification
Bulk Density (g/cm3) 0.74
Melting point (℃) approx. 280
Moisture(%) ≤0.5
Ash(%) ≤0.3
Insolubility(%) ≤0.3
PH Value 6-8
Fe Content(ppm) ≤1000
Molecular structure formula of Solvent Red 52

Fastness Properties

Heat Resistance (℃) in PS 280 Migration Resistance(1~5) 5
Light Resistance (Full Shade, 1-8) 7 Resistance to Acid(1~5) 5
Light (Reduced tinting, 1~8) 6 Resistance to Alkali(1~5) 5

Typical Applications

Solvent Red 52 is commonly used in the following applications:

  • Fuel coloring

  • Lubricants and industrial oils

  • Wax and hydrocarbon systems

  • Plastics and synthetic resins

  • Industrial inks

  • Specialty coatings

In fuel and lubricant systems, the dye helps provide clear color identification, while in plastics it produces transparent red coloration without affecting clarity.

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Key Performance Properties

1. Excellent Solubility in Hydrocarbon Systems

The dye dissolves well in oils, fuels, and organic solvents, ensuring uniform coloration without sedimentation.

2. Strong Tinting Strength

Solvent Red 52 provides strong color intensity even at relatively low dosage levels, allowing efficient formulation.

3. Transparent Coloration

Unlike pigments, solvent dyes create transparent color effects, making them suitable for clear or translucent materials.

4. Good Processing Stability

The dye maintains stable color performance under typical industrial processing conditions used in oils and thermoplastic systems.

Advantage

1. Suitable for Fuel and Oil Identification

The dye is often used to provide visible color identification in fuels and lubricant systems.

2. Transparent Color Development

It provides bright red coloration while maintaining clarity in compatible materials.

3. Easy Processing

Since the dye dissolves directly in compatible systems, dispersion steps required for pigments are not necessary.

Typical Limitations

1. Moderate Lightfastness

Solvent dyes generally provide lower outdoor durability compared with high-performance pigments.

2. Possible Migration in Some Plastics

Migration resistance depends on the compatibility between the dye and the polymer system.

3. Limited Hiding Power

As a dye, it does not provide opacity and is not suitable for applications requiring strong covering power.

Synonyms

C.I. Solvent Red 52(C.I. 68210) CAS 81-39-0;Einecs 201-346-7 3-Methyl-6-(p-toluidino)-3H-dibenz[f,ij]isoquinoline-2,7-dione Amarsol Red 5B / Elbaplast Red 5B / Keyplast Red 5B / Rosaplast Red 5B

Buyer Guidance

When selecting solvent dyes for industrial applications, buyers should confirm:

  • Target application (fuel, lubricants, plastics, etc.)

  • Solubility requirements

  • Processing temperature

  • Desired shade intensity

  • Regulatory compliance requirements

Providing clear application information helps suppliers recommend suitable grades and usage conditions.

Package and Delivery

25KG Kraft Bag, 400kg/500kg Carton Box

Lead Time: Normally around 15 days after signed contract.

Manufacturer and Supplier Information

Fineland Chem supplies industrial colorants and solvent dyes for applications including fuels, lubricants, plastics, and hydrocarbon systems.

Products are manufactured under controlled quality standards to ensure stable color strength, solubility performance, and batch consistency. Technical communication and export support are available for global customers.

FAQ

1. What is Solvent Red 52 mainly used for?

It is commonly used for coloring fuels, lubricants, plastics, waxes, and hydrocarbon-based systems.

2. Is it soluble in oils and fuels?

Yes. The dye dissolves well in many oils, fuels, and organic solvents.

3. Can it be used in plastics?

Yes. It can provide transparent red coloration in compatible thermoplastic materials.

4. How does it differ from red pigments?

Solvent dyes dissolve in the medium and produce transparent coloration, while pigments remain dispersed and provide opacity.

5. Is it suitable for outdoor coatings?

It is generally not recommended for long-term outdoor exposure due to moderate lightfastness compared with pigment systems.

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