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Solvent red 8

Solvent Red 8 is a bluish red metal-complex dye with high thermal stability and excellent solubility in organic solvents. It is commonly used in high-performance applications such as coatings, plastics, inks, and vacuum metallization.

Key Characteristics

  • Oil-soluble solvent dye, insoluble in water
  • Bright red shade with high transparency
  • Good color strength and dispersion in organic media
  • Suitable for polymer processing and solvent-based formulations
  • Industrial-grade dye, not suitable for food or pharmaceutical use

Applications

Mainly used for high grade wood, natural or synthetic leather color. And used in printing ink, vacuum plating, aluminum foil or other metal coloring, precious stones and glass color, appliance car coating, printing paste can, plastic coloring.

Technical Specifications

Product Name:Solvent Red 8

C.I. :12715

CAS No.: 33270-70-1

Density(g/cm3)

1.26

Melting Point(°C)

180

Light Fastness

7-8

Heat resistance

160

Alcohol

100

1- methoxy-2-propanol

200

N-propanol

100

2- ethoxyethanol

300

M.E.K

400

Package

20 or 25kg/compound bag, carton box, iron drum, fiber durm for powder dye and 1000kg/tank for liquid dye.

Safety & Handling

Please refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before handling. Wear appropriate PPE and follow industrial hygiene practices.

What is Solvent Red 8 used for?

It is widely used in solvent-based inks, plastic coloring, and high-end wood coatings.

Is Solvent Red 8 suitable for metal coating?

Yes, it is compatible with vacuum metallization and metallic lacquers.

Does Solvent Red 8 work with polyolefins?

It is partially compatible and should be tested in masterbatch formulations with dispersing agents.

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