PIGMENT BLUE 15:0/ HP BLUE 4467
s of PIGMENT BLUE 15:0 for water-based ink formula
Technical Information
C.I.NO.: PB15:0
Advantage: Bright color, High color strength
Main Application Recommended: Water based inks
Product Description – PB15:0
HP BLUE 4467 (PIGMENT BLUE 15:0) is a phase-stabilized a-copper phthalocyanine blue. It shows very redddish shade and good resistance to organic solvents, excellent lightfastness and weatherfastness, superior migaration fastness. It is mainly used in water based inks, paints and stationery.
Recommended Application：
Coatings: water based paints, auto paints, industrial coatings
Printing inks: offset inks, water based inks
Technical Data:
| Product Information | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Type | Phtlao | CAS NO. | 147-14-8 | |
| C. I. Name | Pigment Blue 15:0 | EINECS / ELINCS NO. | 205-685-1 | |
| C. I. Constitution No. | 74160 | Chemical Formula | C32H16CuN8 | |
| Technical Performance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Shade | Tint | |||
| Full Shade | Tint | |||
| Weather Resistance | 5 | 4~5 | Heat Stability °C | 240°C |
| Light Fastness | 8 | 7 | ||
| Physical Properties | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Form | Powder | Bleeding in Xylene | 4 | |
| Specific Density (g/cm3): | 1.55 ± 0.1 | Bleeding in Methyl Ethyl Ketone | 4 | |
| Specific Surface(㎡/g): | 55 ± 10 | Bleeding in Ethyl Acetate | 5 | |
| Oil Absorption | 55 ± 10 | Bleeding in Cellosolve | 5 | |
| pH Value | 6.0-8.0 | Bleeding in Mineral Turpentine | 5 | |
| Volatile Matter | 1% max | Resistance to Acid | 5 | |
| Resistance to Alkali | 5 | |||
| Packaging | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25kgs/Bag 400kgs/Pallet | ||||
| Storage Shelf Life 5 years | ||||
| Should be stored in cool, dry and ventilate place. |
| TRANSPORTATION | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avoid inversion, sunlight, moisture and crash. Avoid damage the package. |
- Light fastness: Light fastness rating is assessed on 1 to 8 Blue Wool scale where 1 = ‘Poor’ and 8 = ‘Excellent’.
- Heat Stability : Heat stability values given indicate the maximum temperature at which the pigment can be stoved for 10 min. on the full shade and in reductions without undergoing any significant change in shade.
- Oil absorption: The oil absorption is determined on the basis of EN ISO 787-5 and given in g linseed oil per 100 gm. pigment.
- Solvent bleeding: The bleeding in solvents is tested using the powder grades and the visual rating given on 1 to 5 Grey scale
where 1 = ‘Heavy bleeding’ and 5 = ‘No bleeding”
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Frequently Asked Questions — PIGMENT BLUE 15:0
What are the key performance advantages of PIGMENT BLUE 15:0 for water-based ink formulations?
PIGMENT BLUE 15:0 (HP BLUE 4467) delivers bright color and high color strength, making it highly efficient for water-based inks. As a phase-stabilized alpha-copper phthalocyanine blue (CAS 147-14-8), it offers a very reddish shade, excellent lightfastness, weatherfastness, and superior migration fastness. This technical profile ensures consistent vibrancy and durability in offset and water-based ink systems, meeting the demands of high-speed printing and long-term color retention.
How does the phase stabilization of PIGMENT BLUE 15:0 improve performance in coatings?
The phase-stabilized alpha-copper phthalocyanine structure of PB15:0 (HP BLUE 4467) prevents crystal transformation during application, ensuring stable color shade and resistance to organic solvents. This is critical for water-based paints and industrial coatings, where consistent dispersion and weather resistance (tested per standard protocols) are required. The pigment also exhibits superior lightfastness and heat stability up to specified temperatures, making it suitable for automotive paints and exterior industrial coatings.
Is PIGMENT BLUE 15:0 suitable for high-durability plastic masterbatch applications?
Yes, PIGMENT BLUE 15:0 is well-suited for plastics masterbatch due to its excellent lightfastness and weatherfastness. The alpha-copper phthalocyanine structure (PB15:0) provides strong color strength and migration fastness, which is essential for maintaining color integrity in molded plastic products. However, for water-based or high-purity applications, proper dispersing agents are recommended to optimize pigment loading and particle distribution.
What distinguishes PIGMENT BLUE 15:0 from PB15:1 or PB15:3 in terms of shade and application?
PIGMENT BLUE 15:0 (HP BLUE 4467) offers a very reddish shade compared to the greener-shade variants like PB15:1 or PB15:3. Its phase-stabilized alpha-crystalline form provides a balance of high color strength and solvent resistance, making it the preferred choice for water-based inks and paints where a redder tint is desired. In contrast, PB15:3 is often chosen for greener shades in plastics and offset inks.
What technical data supports batch-to-batch consistency for PIGMENT BLUE 15:0 in ink production?
Each batch of PB15:0 (HP BLUE 4467) is tested for color strength, shade, dispersibility, and particle size distribution against internal standards. The pigment’s specific density and specific surface area are consistently measured to ensure repeatable dispersion behavior in water-based and offset ink systems. This data, documented per ISO 9001 procedures, guarantees that ink manufacturers achieve predictable color development and rheology in every production run.