Description

C.I. Pigment Red 226 is a high-performance, synthetic organic pigment belonging to the azo chemical class. This pigment is valued for its excellent color strength, good lightfastness, and strong heat stability, making it a reliable choice for demanding coloration applications. It is primarily used by manufacturers in the plastics, coatings, and printing ink industries seeking vibrant, durable red shades.

Application

• Plastics Coloring: For coloring polyolefins (PP, PE), PVC, engineering plastics, and synthetic fibers, offering good dispersion and heat resistance during processing.
• Industrial Coatings: Used in automotive finishes, industrial machinery paints, and coil coatings where durability and color consistency are critical.
• Printing Inks: Formulation of offset, gravure, and flexographic inks for packaging, publications, and decorative prints.
• Masterbatch Production: A key colorant for creating concentrated pigment preparations used as feedstock in plastic manufacturing.
• Specialty Applications: Potential use in colored pencils, artists' colors, and other specialty pigmented products.

Basic Information

Product Name	C.I. Pigment Red 226
CAS No.	72828-01-4
Molecular Formula	C24H15ClN4O5
Molecular Weight	474.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Pigment Red 226; C.I. 12492; Benzimidazolone Red HFT; Permanent Carmine HF3C; Cromophtal Red 2030; PV Red HF2B; Azo Condensation Pigment Red 226; 5-[(2,5-Dichlorophenyl)azo]-6-hydroxy-4-methyl-2-(4-methyl-2-benzoxazolyl)-3(2H)-pyridazinone
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Quality Control

Our C.I. Pigment Red 226 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Every batch is tested against rigorous internal specifications to ensure consistent coloristic properties, particle size distribution, and chemical purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters are provided to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability for your formulations.

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
Color Strength	100 ± 5% (vs. Standard)
Hue	Conforms to Standard
Lightfastness (1-8)	≥ 7
Heat Resistance (°C)	≥ 280
Oil Absorption (g/100g)	40 - 55
Particle Size (D50, μm)	≤ 0.5
Moisture Content (%)	≤ 1.5
Water Soluble Matter (%)	≤ 1.0
Identification (IR)	Conforms

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