Pigment Red 48

Pigment Red 48 (CAS 7585-41-3), also supplied as Pigment Red 48:1 in its barium salt form, is an azo pigment delivering strong red hues across a broad range of industrial substrates.

It is valued in coatings, plastics, and printing applications where consistent color strength and process compatibility are the primary sourcing criteria for chemical procurement and manufacturing.

In printing inks, Pigment Red 48:1 is used in offset, flexographic, and gravure formulations where high tinting strength and sharp red tones are required on paper and packaging substrates.

Plastic compounders incorporate it into polyolefins and PVC to achieve vivid red coloration in consumer and industrial goods. Surface coatings manufacturers use it in solvent-based and water-based systems.

In textile and paper applications, it supports surface dyeing and pigment printing where opacity and batch-to-batch color consistency are critical procurement requirements for global supply chains.

Pigment Red 48 is supplied as a dry powder, typically in press cake or flushed paste form depending on the end-use process. Standard grades are differentiated by salt form for specific uses.

The barium lake variant (PR 48:1) is the most commercially prevalent. Technical and ink-grade specifications are available, with particle size distribution and oil absorption values provided for screening.

Quality control ensures that all batches meet rigorous industrial benchmarks. Detailed technical data sheets are available to assist formulators in achieving optimal dispersion and stability.