Description

Pigment Red 123 is a high-performance, synthetic organic pigment belonging to the quinacridone chemical class. It is valued for its excellent color strength, outstanding lightfastness, and good weather resistance, making it a critical component for durable color formulations. This pigment is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, plastics, and specialty printing ink industries seeking vibrant, long-lasting red shades.

Application

• Industrial Coatings: Used in automotive OEM and refinish paints, coil coatings, and industrial maintenance paints for its durability.
• Plastics Coloring: Ideal for coloring PVC, polyolefins, and engineering plastics in applications ranging from automotive parts to consumer goods.
• Printing Inks: Employed in high-quality packaging inks, decorative laminates, and other specialty printing applications requiring color stability.
• Artist Colors: A premium-grade component in professional artist paints (oils, acrylics) due to its purity and exceptional lightfastness.
• Textile Pigment Printing: Used in the coloration of fabrics where wash and light fastness are paramount.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pigment Red 123
CAS No.	24108-89-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₁₄N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	338.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Quinacridone Red; C.I. Pigment Red 123; C.I. 71145; 2,9-Dimethylquinacridone; Hostaperm Red D3G 70; PV Fast Red D3G; Cromophtal Red A2B; Quinacridone Magenta
EINECS	246-033-8

Quality Control

Every batch of Pigment Red 123 is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for colorants, including consistency in shade, strength, and rheological properties. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and performance characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific 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	Red Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Color Strength	100 ± 5% (vs. Standard)
Hue	Within agreed tolerance
Lightfastness	≥ 7-8 (ISO 105-B02)
Heat Resistance	≥ 200°C
Moisture Content	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Sieve (63 µm)	≤ 1.0%

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