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Natural Iron Oxide Yellow

Natural Iron Oxide Yellow — Stable, Weather-Resistant Yellow Pigment

Natural iron oxide yellow is a yellow powder pigment, It is made from high quality raw materials. Its main chemical element is Fe2O3, natural iron oxide yellow owns stable quality, high weather ability, good resistance to anti-aging, anti-rust, acid and alkali.

Products Highlights

  • High tinting strength
  • Excellent weather fastness
  • Good dispersibility
  • Factory-direct pricing & custom grind
  • Available in micronized grades
  • Certificates: ISO / supply certificates available on request

Applications

Natural iron oxide yellow pigment is widely used in paints and coatings, construction materials, anti-corrosion coatings, rubber, glasses, magnetic materials etc.

Technical Specifications

  • ‍Product Name: Natural Iron Oxide Yellow
  • Color Index: Pigment Yellow 42
  • C.I. No.: 77492
  • CAS No.: 51274-00-1
  • EINECS NO.:275-098-5‍
Appearanceyellow powder
Content of Fe2O3 %90 min
PH Value6.0-8.0
Oil Absorption13-30
Residue on 320 mesh,%1.0 max
Water soluble, %0.3 max
Volatile at 105 degree0.5 max
Tinting strength, %98-102

Compatibility & processing tips

Pre-dispersing with a high-speed dissolver or three-roll milling improves gloss and hiding. Use dispersants suitable for inorganic pigments; test for foaming in solventborne systems.

Note:The data contained here are based on our current knowledge and experience. It is the responsibility of user to test our products before the final application.

How does Natural Iron Oxide Yellow differ from synthetic iron oxide yellows?

Natural iron oxide yellow is derived from mineral sources and often has a slightly warmer, earthier hue and lower cost. Synthetic iron oxides can offer tighter batch-to-batch color control and specific particle engineering for high-end applications. We can advise which is best for your application.

How do you ensure color consistency between production batches?

We use standard QC checks (hue, tinting strength, particle size) and can provide color variance limits on certificates of analysis. For critical color-matching projects, take advantage of our pre-production sample check.

Do you offer custom milling or micronized grades?

Yes — custom milling, micronized batches and surface-treated variants are available. Contact technical sales with your target particle size and application, and we'll propose a plan and trial run options.

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