Description

Indiaink CAS NO 8046-52-4 is a high-quality, light-sensitive ink formulation widely recognized for its deep, permanent black color and archival stability. This product is essential for applications requiring durable, fade-resistant marking and artistic expression on a variety of surfaces. It is a critical material for artists, calligraphers, and industrial marking processes where consistent quality and performance are paramount.

Application

• Artistic Calligraphy and Sumi-e Painting: The traditional and primary use, valued for its rich black tones and fluid behavior on paper and silk.
• Technical Pen and Drafting: Used in technical drawing pens for creating precise, waterproof, and permanent lines on vellum and film.
• Printmaking and Block Printing: Employed in techniques like linocut and woodblock printing due to its high pigment load and adhesion properties.
• Archival Document Marking: Suitable for legal documents, certificates, and archival records where long-term permanence is required.
• Industrial Coding and Marking: Used in specialized systems for product identification and batch coding on non-porous surfaces.
• Restoration and Conservation: Applied in the careful restoration of artworks and historical documents to match original materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Indiaink
CAS No.	8046-52-4
Molecular Formula	Complex Mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	India Ink; Chinese Ink; Sumi Ink; Drawing Ink; Black Ink; Technical Ink; Carbon Black Ink; Lampblack Ink; Calligraphy Ink; Permanent Black Ink
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Indiaink is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency in color density, viscosity, and lightfastness. Each lot is tested for key performance parameters including pigment dispersion stability, waterproofness, and adhesion. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing these specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and skinning. Do not freeze.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Deep black, homogeneous liquid
Color Strength	Meets standard reference
Viscosity	Contact for details
Lightfastness	Excellent (Standard test)
Water Resistance	Permanent when dry
Particle Size	Finely dispersed
Solids Content	Contact for details

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