Pigment yellow 3

Pigment Yellow 3 (CAS 6486-23-3) is a monoazo organic pigment delivering a bright, greenish-yellow hue. Also marketed as Carnelio Yellow 10G, Eljon Fast Yellow 10G, and Fast Yellow 10J.

Where is Pigment yellow 3 used?

• Plastics and polymers: coloring polyolefins
• PVC and rubber compounds: consistent hue and processing stability
• Coatings: industrial paints, architectural finishes, primers
• Printing inks: offset, flexographic, packaging inks
• Textile and paper: pigment printing pastes and paper mass coloration
• It is applied in pigment printing pastes and paper mass coloration to deliver uniform, reproducible yellow tones.

Good to know: Particle size and surface treatment vary by grade, directly affecting dispersibility and final color performance.

Commercial specifications

• Flushed paste depending on dispersion method
• Standard grades for general industrial use; specific formulations optimized for plastics or ink applications