Pigment yellow 181

Pigment Yellow 181 (CAS 74441-05-7), also identified under C.I. 11777 and commercially available as PV Fast Yellow H 3R, is a high-performance monoazo pigment delivering a bright, reddish-yellow shade.

Where is Pigment yellow 181 used?

• Plastics and polymer compounding: meets heat resistance requirements of engineering resins and polyolefin processing
• Printing inks: sharp color strength and resistance to bleed and migration in packaging
• Coatings: industrial and decorative finishes with sustained color integrity under outdoor exposure
• Textile and leather finishing: pigment printing pastes and surface coatings with fastness to washing and rubbing
• It offers strong heat and light stability for demanding colorant applications.

Good to know: Buyers should confirm heat resistance class and dispersibility profile against their specific processing requirements when evaluating grades.

Commercial specifications

• Particle size and surface treatment vary by application.