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Pigment Red 53:1 — Lake Red C (Lake Red C) Barium Salt for Printing Inks

Pigment Red 53:1 (Lake Red C) Barium Salt – for Printing InksLake Red CComplete Technical Dossier

H1: Pigment Red 53:1 (CI 15585:1) – Barium Salt Lake Red C for Printing Inks

Lake Red CLake Red CBarium Salt FormC.I. Number: CI 15585:1is one of the most widely used red organic pigments in the printing ink industryHONOR Pigmentoffers multiple high-performanceGradeLake Red CLW-3531W-AHP RED 232133537Lake Red CNHP 232412399 SuperFast RED CPPIGMENT RED 53:1HP 246624100 SuperFast Red NCLake Red CNFHP RED 23144HP RED 23115, etc.Gravure, Flexooffset inkscoatingsplasticstextile applications

H2: Product Specifications

Parameter Data
CIName Pigment Red 53:1 (CI 15585:1)
Shade Yellowish RedYellowish Red
CAS 5160-02-1barium salt
Chemical Class Monoazo Lake (Barium Salt)
Appearance Red Powder
Density 1.50–1.80 g/cm³
Specific Surface Area 25–45 m²/g
pH Range 5.0–8.0

Data SourceHONOR PigmentIn-House Technical Report2025ISO 787Standard Test Methods

H2: Technical Data (Standard Grade)

Parameter Value Test Method
Color Shade (ΔE ≤1.0) vs. Standard ISO 7724
Tinting Strengthvs. Standard 100±5% ISO 787-16
Lightfastness1-8Grade 4–5GradeTint3–4Grade ISO 105-B02
Heat Resistance°C 180–200°C30min HONORIn-House Method
Migration Resistance1-5Grade 4–5Grade ISO 105-C06
Acid/Alkali Resistance 3–4Grade ISO 787-14
Oil Absorptiong/100g 45–65 ASTM D281
Fineness (Sieve Residue45μm ≤0.1% ISO 787-7

Note1Grade5GradeLightfastness8Grade

H2: Supply Chain & Global Market Position

Key Suppliers & Shipment Data

Supplier Shipments Typical Volume
Lily Group 32 shipments 72,625 kg
Changzhou Beimei 11 shipments Not Disclosed
Lian Hong 7 shipments Not Disclosed
Hongyan Consistent Supply
Shandong Century Sunshine Consistent Supply

ShipmentData SourceCustoms Import/Export DatabaseHS Code 320417102024Records

Global Market Distribution

  • Asia-Pacific44%China, India, Japan, Korea
  • Europe28%Germany, Italy, France
  • North America18%USA, Mexico
  • Other Regions10%Middle East, South America, SE Asia

H2: Printing Ink Applications

1. Gravure Inks

Lake Red CIn gravure inks deliversHigh transparency, high glossSuitable for food packaging (non-direct contact)cosmetic packaging, etc.Recommended Loading8–15%pigment weight ratio

2. Flexographic Inks

In flexo systemsPR53:1exhibitsandlow foaming tendencyRecommended for corrugated boxes, courier bags, label printing

3. Offset Inks

In offset applicationsLake Red CHighTinting Strengthandfast curingFeaturessuitable forHigh-Speed PrintingTypical formulation contains25–35%pigment

4. Coatings & Plastics

  • Solvent-Based Coatingsgloss≥85 60°angle
  • Plastics ColoringSuitable for PP, PE, PVC; heat stable to 180C (200C short-term)
  • Textile PrintingColor fastness in water-based textile paste: Grade 4–5Grade

H2: Regulatory Compliance & Risk Advisory

EU Barium Solubility Limit Tightened (Important Update)

EU 2024/1724toys and stationery1500 mg/kgto500 mg/kgThis will directly impactPigment Red 53:1at
Children’s ToysEU 2009/48/EC
Student Stationerye.g. crayons, colored pencil coatings
Food Contact MaterialsEU 10/2011

HONOR PigmentOfficial AdvisoryWe recommend customers confirm end-use suitabilityand recommend selectingLow Barium LeachingGradee.g. HP 246624100 SuperFast Red NCFDAandorEN71toyscertification claimsaimsTest per local regulations

H2: Grade Selection Guide

Grade Recommended Application Features
Lake Red CStandard Gravure, Flexo Cost-effective, General Purpose
LW-3531W-A Water-Based Ink Optimized Water Dispersibility
HP RED 23213 offset inks HighTinting StrengthLightfastness4Grade
3537Lake Red CN Low Barium Leaching Meets EU Limits
2399 SuperFast RED CP High-Speed Printing Fast-Drying, Low Foam
24100 SuperFast Red NC Chemical Resistance Acid/Alkali Resistance>4Grade
Lake Red CNF Plastic Masterbatch Heat Stable to 200°C
HP RED 23144 coatings gloss≥90
HP 2466 toysstationery Low Barium Leaching≤500 mg/kg

H2: FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

FAQ 1: Pigment Red 53:1vs.Pigment Red 57:1What is the difference?

AnswerPR53:1Lake Red Cis a barium salt lakeShadeisYellowish RedPR57:1Lithol Rubine BKBKis a calcium salt lakeShadeisbluish-redPR53:1Heat Resistance180–200°CHighPR57:1160–180°CbutLightfastness4–5Gradeslightly lower than PR57:15–6GradeSelection in printing inks depends on required shade, fastness, and cost targets.

FAQ 2: Lake Red CIs it suitable for food packaging inks?

AnsweratPR53:1not recommended for direct food-contact inksisbarium saltbut in e.g. outer printingif migration is below the Specific Migration Limit (SMLSMLexact value depends on member state regulationsmay still be acceptableand

FAQ 3: How to optimizeLake Red CatWater-Based Ink

AnswerRecommended: useHP 2466or24100 SuperFast Red NCGradeits surface treatment reduces agglomerationDispersion recommendations
– Pre-dispersion speed800–1200 rpm30min
– Use zirconia beads during millingdiameter0.8–1.2 mm
– Add nonionic surfactante.g. nonylphenol ethoxylatedosage0.5–2%
– MaintainpHat7.0–8.5

H2: Related Resources

H3: Contact HONOR Pigment

e.g. TechnologyMSDSorGradevisitwww.honorpigment.com/contactor emailinfo@honorpigment.com


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Data SourceShipmentDatafromCustoms Import/Export Database20241–12TechnologyParameterfromHONOR Pigmentin-house test reportsMarket distribution data from2024Global Organic Pigments Market ReportGrand View Research2024Asia-Pacific Pigment Market AnalysisFrost & SullivanEU regulatory information fromEU 2024/1724EU 2009/48/ECOfficial Journal

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