Description

Pigment Blue 14 is a high-performance, synthetic organic pigment belonging to the phthalocyanine blue family, identified by CAS NO 1325-88-8. It is valued for its exceptional color strength, excellent lightfastness, and outstanding chemical resistance, providing a reliable and vibrant blue hue. This pigment is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, plastics, inks, and specialty chemical industries seeking durable and consistent coloration for their products.

Application

• Industrial Coatings and Paints: Used in automotive, architectural, and industrial maintenance paints for its durability and weather resistance.
• Plastics and Masterbatch Coloring: Imparts stable blue coloration to polyolefins, PVC, and engineering plastics.
• Printing Inks: A key component in offset, flexographic, and gravure inks for packaging and publications.
• Textile Printing and Dyeing: Employed in pigment printing pastes for fabrics.
• Specialty Applications: Suitable for coloring artists' colors, construction materials, and other specialty products requiring a stable blue pigment.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pigment Blue 14
CAS No.	1325-88-8
Molecular Formula	C32H16CuN8
Molecular Weight	576.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Phthalocyanine Blue; Copper Phthalocyanine Blue; C.I. Pigment Blue 14; C.I. 74160; Heliogen Blue; Monastral Blue; CuPc; Phthalo Blue; Fastogen Blue; Cromophtal Blue; Irgalite Blue; Sunfast Blue; Pigment Blue 15:0 (common variant); α-Form Copper Phthalocyanine
EINECS	215-410-8

Quality Control

Our Pigment Blue 14 is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through comprehensive testing including color strength, hue, particle size distribution, and chemical resistance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and performance specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Bright blue powder
Color Strength (vs. Std.)	100 ± 5%
Hue	Conforms to standard
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details
Oil Absorption	Contact for details
Lightfastness	Excellent (7-8)
Heat Resistance	> 200 °C
Moisture Content	≤ 2.0%
Ash Content	≤ 1.0%
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.