Typical Applications
Pigment Yellow 176 is used in a variety of industrial coloration systems.
• Industrial Coatings: Decorative paints, architectural coatings, and general industrial finishes.
• Plastics: Polyolefins such as polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), as well as PVC and masterbatch production.
• Printing Inks: Packaging inks and certain solvent-based printing systems.
• Consumer Plastic Products: Injection-molded and extruded plastic components.
• Packaging Materials: Colored plastic films and containers.
These applications utilize the pigment’s compatibility with common resin and polymer systems.
Key Performance Properties Related to Applications
• Color Shade:
Produces a bright greenish-yellow tone with clear color appearance.
• Tinting Strength:
Provides moderate to strong tinting strength suitable for coatings and plastic formulations.
• Lightfastness:
Offers good lightfastness performance depending on formulation and pigment concentration.
• Heat Resistance:
Suitable for plastic processing temperatures typically up to 260–280 °C, depending on the polymer system.
• Chemical Resistance:
Demonstrates resistance to many acids, alkalis, and common organic solvents.
• Dispersibility:
Can be dispersed using conventional milling and compounding equipment.
Advantages
Reddish-yellow shade with excellent color consistency – Offers a warm, clean reddish-yellow tone that meets the CIE 12-66 standard, ensuring color accuracy for printing applications.
High transparency and strong tinting strength – Delivers vivid color expression with excellent color development, ideal for transparent ink systems.
Outstanding lightfastness and weather resistance – Maintains color stability under long-term exposure to light, making it suitable for high-quality printing and coatings.
Excellent heat and solvent resistance – Withstands high processing temperatures and remains stable in various solvent-based systems.
Typical Limitations
• Outdoor Durability Limits:
For very long-term outdoor applications, higher weather-resistant pigments may be considered.
• Cost Compared with Standard Azo Pigments:
May be more expensive than conventional yellow pigments due to improved performance.
• Formulation Sensitivity:
Performance may vary depending on the binder system and processing conditions.
Buyer Guidance
When evaluating Pigment Yellow 176, buyers typically consider:
• Required shade tone (greenish yellow vs. reddish yellow)
• Intended exposure conditions (indoor vs. outdoor use)
• Processing temperature of the plastic or coating system
• Required lightfastness and durability level
• Compatibility with coating, plastic, or ink resin systems
• Regulatory and compliance considerations
Synonyms
| C.I. Pigment Yellow 176 | Yellow GRX | Diarylide Yellow AAMX/HR | Isol Diaryl Yellow GRC(275-2100) |
| C.I. 21103 | Pigment Yellow GRX | Flexoprint Yellow GRX | Permanent Yellow GRV80 |
| Permanent Yellow GRX | Benzidine Yellow GRX | Permanent Yellow GRX 86 | Permanent Yellow GRX 82 |
| Isol Diaryl Yellow GR-E(275-2101) |
2,2′-[(3,3′-Dichloro[1,1′-biphenyl]-4,4′-diyl)bis(azo)]bis[3-oxobutanamide, N,N’-bis(4-chloro-2,5-dimethoxyphenyl and 2,4-xylyl) derivs.]
2-[(E)-{3,3′-Dichloro-4′-[(E)-{1-[(4-chloro-2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)amino]-1,3-dioxo-2-butanyl}diazenyl]-4-biphenylyl}diazenyl]-N-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)-3-oxobutanamide
Manufacturer and Supplier Information
Pigment Yellow 176 is produced by manufacturers specializing in benzimidazolone-based organic pigments. Commercial grades may vary in particle size distribution, surface treatment, and dispersion characteristics, depending on the intended application in coatings, plastics, or printing 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 176 produce.
Pigment Yellow 176 generally produces a bright greenish-yellow shade used in coatings and plastics.
2.Is Pigment Yellow 176 suitable for plastic processing.
Yes. It can be used in polyolefins, PVC, and masterbatch formulations, depending on processing conditions.
3.Can Pigment Yellow 176 be used in coatings.
Yes. The pigment can be incorporated into industrial coatings and architectural paints depending on formulation requirements.
4.What are the main properties of Pigment Yellow 176.
Typical characteristics include good lightfastness, reliable heat resistance, and stable performance in coating and plastic systems.
