Technical properties
| Color Index | Pigment Yellow 3 |
|---|---|
| Colour Index number | 11710 |
| CAS | 6486-23-3 |
| Chemical class | Monoazo |
| Oil absorption | 40 ml/100 g |
| Density | 1.6 g/cm³ |
| Bulking volume | 5.3 l/kg |
| Stated shelf life | 48 months |
Fastness
| Linseed oil | 4–5 |
|---|---|
| White spirit | 3 |
| DEHT | 3 |
| Xylene | 2 |
| Acetone | 2–3 |
| Butyl acetate | 2 |
| Ethanol | 3 |
| Water | 5 |
| HCl 2,5 % | 5 |
| NaOH 2,5 % | 5 |
| Light: full shade | 7 |
| Light: 1:1 | 7 |
| Light: 1:3 | 6–7 |
| Weathering: full shade | 4–5 |
| Weathering: 1:1 | 4 |
| Weathering: 1:3 | 4 |
| Overspray | 3–4 |
| Heat resistance | C 140 °C |
Scales: light 1–8; other fastness properties 1–5. Higher values indicate greater fastness. Heat resistance is a guide value and depends on the binder and exposure time. Validate in the final formulation.
P: value in plastics. C: value in coatings. D: duller shade.
The data sheet provides no migration rating; Synthesia does not recommend this pigment for colouring PVC.
Main applications
- Nitrocellulose inks
- Water-based inks
- Decorative paints
Side applications
- Offset inks
- UV-curing inks
Official documentation
Synthesia technical data sheet · 01/10/2026 · English · 2 pages.
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