Pigment Yellow 97 Pigment Yellow 97 provides a medium yellow shade with properties that are somewhat of an exception compared to other monoazo yellow pigments. Its hue is similar to that of P.Y.1. P.Y.97 is considerably more resistant to most organic solvents than the other representatives of this group, its migration fastness properties are also superior. P.Y.97 is used in a variety of fields. Even in pastel shades, it is used in industrial finishes; while its full shades lend color to automobile refinishes. In emulsion paints, both its medium and full shades are suited to exterior application. The printing ink industry uses P.Y.97 in high grade printing products.  P.Y.97 can also be applied in plastics.  P.Y.97 can also be applied in other areas, such as in pigmented waterbased paints.