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Color: Black

Functions: Pigment

Pigment Type: Inorganic Pigments

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Polyesters, Polypropylenes (PP), Polystyrenes (PS)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Injection Molding

Synonyms: Acetylene Black, Furnace Black, Lamp Black, Thermal Black

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Identification & Functionality

CI Number
Chemical Name
Pigment Type
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
CAS No.
1333-86-4
EC No.
215-609-9

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Type
Medium Color Furnace
Recommended for Polymer Applications
  • Polyethylene Low Density: High Jetness Coloring
  • Polyethylene High Density: High Jetness Coloring
  • Polypropylene: High Jetness Coloring
  • Ethylene-copolymer: High Jetness Coloring
  • Polystyrene: High Jetness Coloring
  • Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene: High Jetness Coloring
  • Polyester, Linear: High Jetness Coloring

Properties

Color
Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Average Primary Particle Size16nmASTM D 3849
BET (NSA) Surface Area 200m2/gASTM D 6556
Oil Absorption Number (OAN)46cc/100gASTM D 2414
Relative Tint Strength (IRB 3 = 100%)145%ASTM D 3265
Volatile Matter (at 950 °C)1.2%DIN 53552
pH Value9.5ISO 787-9

Regulatory & Compliance

Regulatory & Compliance
Complies 21 CFR 178.3297 (FDA)