Certifications: ISO 9001:2015

Pigment Blue 15:0 Universal

Category: Pigment Dispersions

CI Number: 74160

Chemical Class: Organic (Phthalocyanine - alpha form)

Form: Powder

Tone

Mass and Tint

Reddish-Shade Phthalo Blue for Paints and Inks

Pigment Blue 15:0 is the alpha crystal form of Copper Phthalocyanine blue, a high-performance organic pigment. It produces a strong, clean blue with a distinct reddish undertone. It is a versatile and widely used pigment, valued for its high tinctorial strength, good lightfastness, and excellent resistance to chemicals. It is a staple colorant in the paint and printing ink industries for achieving vibrant and durable red-shade blue colors.

Applications
  • Paints & Coatings: A primary blue for a wide range of decorative and industrial paints.
  • Printing Inks: Used extensively in lithographic, flexographic, and gravure inks.
  • Plastics Coloring: Suitable for coloring various polymers where a reddish-blue shade is desired.
  • Textile Printing: Used in pigment printing pastes for fabrics.

Key Benefits

  • Strong, clean blue shade with a reddish undertone.
  • High tinctorial strength for economical use.
  • Good lightfastness and chemical resistance.
  • Versatile across a broad range of applications.

Technical Highlights

  • Crystal Form: Alpha (α)
  • Tone: Reddish
  • Appearance: Bright Blue Powder

Packaging & Availability

  • Supplied in a standardized powder form.
  • Standard Packing: 25 kg HDPE bags.
  • Customized packaging is available upon request.