Description

Pigment Green 8 is a high-performance, synthetic organic pigment belonging to the phthalocyanine class, known for its excellent color strength and stability. This pigment is valued for providing a clean, bright green hue with superior tinting power and cost-effectiveness in demanding applications. It is an essential raw material for manufacturers in the coatings, plastics, and printing ink industries seeking durable and vibrant coloration.

Application

• Industrial Coatings and Paints: Used in automotive, architectural, and industrial maintenance paints for its weather resistance and color fastness.
• Plastics and Masterbatch Coloring: Imparts stable green coloration to PVC, polyolefins, and engineering plastics during high-temperature processing.
• Printing Inks: A key component in solvent-based, water-based, and UV-curable inks for packaging, publication, and decorative printing.
• Textile Printing and Dyeing: Employed in pigment printing pastes for fabrics, offering good wash and light fastness.
• Specialty Applications: Suitable for coloring artists' colors, construction materials (concrete, mortar), and other specialty products requiring a stable green pigment.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pigment Green 8
CAS No.	16143-80-9
Molecular Formula	C₃₂H₁₆CuN₈
Molecular Weight	576.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Phthalocyanine Green G; C.I. Pigment Green 8; Copper Phthalocyanine Green; C.I. 10006; Phthalo Green; Heliogen Green G; Fastogen Green G; Monastral Green; Pigment Green 8 (C.I. 10006); Copper Phthalocyanine, Chlorinated
EINECS	240-299-5

Quality Control

Our Pigment Green 8 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Quality parameters including color strength, hue, particle size distribution, and chemical purity are rigorously tested against established internal specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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 heat sources and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure to maintain its color properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green Powder
Color Strength	Standard (100±5%)
Hue	Standard
Particle Size (Residue on 45μm)	≤ 1.0%
Oil Absorption	40 - 50 g/100g
Volatile Matter (at 105°C)	≤ 2.0%
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 50 ppm

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