Pigment Yellow 42

Products Description of Direct Pigment Yellow 42 CAS#51274-00-1

Pigment Yellow 42, commonly known as Yellow Iron Oxide, is an inorganic yellow pigment supplied in powder form. It has relatively stable chemical properties and is insoluble in water and alcohol. The material shows limited solubility in dilute acids but dissolves readily in concentrated hydrochloric acid. When exposed to elevated temperatures, it gradually loses bound water and converts into red iron oxide.

Thanks to its clean yellow shade, strong hiding power, and good resistance to weathering, Pigment Yellow 42 is widely used in paints, coatings, printing inks, and other coloring systems. It is also commonly incorporated into construction materials, rubber products, and paper as a durable coloring agent.

Pigment Yellow 42 is generally manufactured through the controlled precipitation of iron oxide hydroxide. The resulting material is then washed, purified, dried, and finely ground to achieve the required particle size, color consistency, and performance characteristics for different industrial applications.

Pigment Yellow 42 Chemical Properties

Product Application of Direct Pigment Yellow 42 CAS#51274-00-1

Pigment Yellow 42 (Technical Grade) is utilized in topical sunscreen formulations designed to help protect skin exposed to high-energy visible light irradiation.