Perylene Pigment Series
High-performance organic pigments for coatings, plastics, inks and specialty applications.
High-performance organic pigments for automotive coatings, engineering plastics, synthetic fibers, and advanced optical applications.
represent an elite class of polycyclic high-performance organic pigments (HPP) developed for applications demanding intense color strength, superior thermal stability, and exceptional exterior weatherability.
Nichwell manufactures high-performance perylene pigments offering comparable coloristic properties and thermal resistance to standard global benchmarks (such as the Paliogen® and Lumogen® series). Our grades serve as reliable, high-purity alternative solutions for automotive OEM coatings, high-heat polymer compounding, synthetic fiber spin-dyeing, and specialty functional inks.
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| Product Name | CAS No. | Benchmark / Equivalent* | Fastness Props* | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pigment Black 32 C.I. 71133 | Paliogen® Black L 0086 | Heat280–300 °C LightGrade 8 | Used in automotive paints and refinishing paints, photovoltaic and new energy materials, NIR-absorbing functional coatings, and camouflage materials coloring. | |
| Pigment Black 31 C.I. 71132 | Paliogen® Black S 0084 | Heat240–260 °C LightGrade 7–8 | Near-IR reflective organic black with high tinting strength. Recommended for coatings, industrial paints, and specialty inks. | |
| Perylene Red 311 Fluorescent Red Dye | Lumogen® F Red 300 / 305 | Heat300–320 °C LightGrade 7–8 | High-performance red dye for plastics, functional inks, and photovoltaics (e.g., glowing sticks, solar concentrators, security inks). | |
| Pigment Red 149 C.I. 71137 | Paliogen® Red K 3580 | Heat300 °C LightGrade 7–8 | Plastics, synthetic fiber drawing, children's toys, food packaging polymers, ink printing, and dyeing fields. | |
| Pigment Red 179 C.I. 71130 | Paliogen® Red L 3885 | Heat260–280 °C LightGrade 8 | Automobile OEM varnish and refinishing paints, plastics, printing inks, and weather-resistant industrial coatings. | |
| Pigment F Orange 240 Solvent Orange 63 | Lumogen® F Orange 240 | Heat300 °C LightGrade 7–8 | Fluorescent coloring of plastics and coatings, security anti-counterfeiting, and optoelectronic scientific research. | |
| Pigment Violet 29 C.I. 71129 | Paliogen® Red Violet K 4780 | Heat300–320 °C LightGrade 8 | Plastics, fiber drawing, children's toys, food packaging materials, ink printing, and industrial dyeing fields. |
Key Performance Features
High-Temperature Resistance
Light and Weather Resistance
Chemical Resistance
Migration Resistance
High Tinting Strength
Dispersion Performance
Target Applications & Engineering Solutions
1. Automotive OEM Coatings & Refinish Paints
Perylene Red 179, Black 32, and Black 31 are widely adopted in automotive basecoats, OEM finishes, and industrial coatings. When blended with aluminum flakes or mica pearls, they yield deep, high-chroma maroon shades and high-jetness cool blacks with unmatched exterior longevity.
2. Engineering Plastics and Synthetic Fibers
Selected grades can be evaluated in polyolefins, ABS, polycarbonate, polyamide, PBT, PET and other thermoplastic systems. Before production, customers should evaluate heat stability, dispersion, migration, color strength and color change during injection molding, extrusion or fiber spinning. The recommended grade may vary according to the polymer and processing conditions.
3. Synthetic Fiber Spin-Dyeing (PET & PA)
Pigment Red 149 and Violet 29 feature tightly controlled sub-micron particle distributions (D50<0.5 μm). This delivers exceptionally low Filter Pressure Values (FPV), preventing spinneret clogging and fiber breakage during high-speed polyester/nylon yarn extrusion.
4. Cool Black & NIR-Transparent Thermal Systems
Unlike conventional carbon black that absorbs solar energy, Perylene Black 32 and Black 31 transmit near-infrared light (780–2500 nm). They are the premier choice for LiDAR-detectable automotive trims and solar-heat-reflective exterior coatings.
5. Photovoltaic & Security Applications
Perylene Red 311 and Orange 240 offer outstanding fluorescence efficiency and thermal resilience, serving as core materials for fluorescent solar collectors, security verification inks, and laser-welding thermoplastics.
Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance
Nichwellchem operates under an ISO 9001-certified quality management system to guarantee lot-to-lot reproducibility:
• Analytical Consistency: Every production lot is tested for hue tolerance (ΔE≤1.0), relative tinting strength (), and particle-size distribution.
• Regulatory Assurance: Fully compliant with RoHS directives and supported by authorized EU REACH registration dossiers for seamless importation into the European and North American markets.
• High-Purity Options: Selected grades (e.g., Violet 29) can be supplied to comply with specific food-contact and toy safety regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can Nichwell Perylene Pigments directly substitute BASF Paliogen® or Lumogen® grades?
A: Yes. Our Perylene Red 179, Red 149, Violet 29, and Black 32/31 are engineered as direct coloristic and performance equivalents to standard Paliogen® lines. Additionally, our Red 311 and Orange 240 provide matching fluorescence yield and solubility to Lumogen® F grades. Full spectral match data, delta E () tolerances, and comparison panels are available for technical audits.
Q2: Which perylene pigment is recommended for anti-counterfeiting and security printing?
A2: Perylene Red 311 and Perylene F Orange 240 exhibit exceptional quantum yield and sharp fluorescent emissions, making them ideal for high-security intaglio/offset inks and brand-protection authentication marks.
Q3: Are Nichwellchem perylene pigments suitable for food contact applications?
A3: Standard grades are not certified for food contact. However, certain grades (e.g., for Perylene Violet 29) are FDA-approved – please inquire about specific certifications.
Q4: What is the sample lead time and commercial MOQ?
A4: Standard 50g–100g bench evaluation samples are dispatched via international express within 48–72 hours with corresponding TDS and COA. Commercial trial orders start at an MOQ of 5–10 kg for standard portfolio grades.
Besides Perylene Pigments, we also manufacture high-quality UV Fluorescent Pigments ， Thermochromic Pigments ，Photochromic Pigments and Nir Absorbing Dyes for smart coatings.
Trademark & Cross-Reference Disclaimer
*Paliogen® and Lumogen® are registered trademarks of BASF SE. Any reference to these trade names or commercial codes is strictly for technical comparison, educational clarification, and cross-referencing purposes to assist qualified formulators in identifying compatible alternatives. Nichwell is an independent chemical manufacturer and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by BASF SE. Customers are advised to conduct laboratory evaluations to verify performance in their specific formulations.