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Solvent Violet 31 Comparison Shade Card

Solvent Violet 31

Solvent Violet 31 Comparison Shade Card
Brand
Fineland Chem
Color Index
Solvent Violet 31
Color Index No
61102
CAS No
70956-27-3
EC No
201-348-8
Chemical Group
Anthraquinone
Chemical Formula C14H8Cl2N2O2

What is Solvent Violet 31?

Solvent Violet 31 is an oil-soluble solvent dye used for coloring plastics, fuels, lubricants, waxes, and other hydrocarbon-based systems. As a solvent dye, it dissolves directly in compatible organic media and produces bright transparent violet coloration.

The dye is valued for its strong tinting strength, good solubility in oils and organic solvents, and stable performance in industrial processing conditions. It is commonly used in plastic coloration and hydrocarbon-based systems where clear violet shades or color identification are required.

Product Technical Data

Solvent Violet 31 CorSol® 3031        ⬇️TDS
This is a reddish violet solvent dye recommended for plastics such as PS, SAN, PC, ABS and ABS/PC blends, with potential suitability for PET, providing stable processing performance and consistent coloration in industrial applications.

Physical Properties

Density(g/cm3) MeltingPoint() Light fastnessin PS Recommended Dosage
Transparent Nontransparent
0.38 287 7-8 0.03 0.03

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() 300 280 300 300 290 290

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
20.0 0.5 10.0 10.0 0.1

Physical Properties

Test Item Specification
Bulk Density (g/cm3) 0.38
Melting point (℃) approx. 287
Moisture(%) ≤0.5
Ash(%) ≤0.3
Insolubility(%) ≤0.3
PH Value 6-8
Fe Content(ppm) ≤1000
Chemical Formula of Solvent Violet 31

Fastness Properties

Heat Resistance (℃) in PS 300 Migration Resistance(1~5) 5
Light Resistance (Full Shade, 1-8) 7-8 Resistance to Acid(1~5) 5
Light (Reduced tinting, 1~8) 7 Resistance to Alkali(1~5) 5

Typical Applications

Solvent Violet 31 is commonly used in the following applications:

  • Plastics and engineering polymers

  • Fuel coloring

  • Lubricants and industrial oils

  • Wax and hydrocarbon systems

  • Industrial inks

  • Specialty coatings

In plastics, the dye enables transparent violet coloration while maintaining material clarity. In fuels and lubricants, it may be used for color identification purposes.

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Key Performance Properties

1. Excellent Solubility in Hydrocarbon Systems

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

2. Strong Tinting Strength

Solvent Violet 31 offers 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 temperatures used in oils and thermoplastic materials.

Advantage

1. Suitable for Transparent Plastic Applications

The dye allows coloration while maintaining transparency in compatible polymer systems.

2. Effective for Color Identification

It can be used in fuels or hydrocarbon-based liquids where visible color identification is required.

3. Easy Processing

Since the dye dissolves directly into compatible systems, it eliminates the dispersion steps required when using pigments.

Typical Limitations

1. Moderate Lightfastness

Compared with high-performance pigments, solvent dyes generally provide lower resistance to long-term outdoor exposure.

2. Possible Migration in Some Plastics

Migration resistance may vary depending on polymer compatibility and formulation design.

3. Limited Hiding Power

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

Synonyms

Violet BS C.I. Solvent Violet 31 Solvent Violet 31 (C.I. 61102) Solvent Violet 31 ISO 9001:2015 REACH

Buyer Guidance

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

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

  • Solubility requirements

  • Processing temperature

  • Desired shade intensity

  • Regulatory compliance requirements

Providing detailed application information allows suppliers to 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 plastics, fuels, lubricants, and hydrocarbon systems.

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

FAQ

1. What is Solvent Violet 31 mainly used for?

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

2. Is it soluble in oils and organic solvents?

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

3. Can it be used in plastics?

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

4. How does it differ from violet 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 because solvent dyes typically offer lower lightfastness compared with pigment systems.

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