
Product Name: Pigment Yellow 83 (P.Y. 83)
Chemical Name: 2,2′-[(3,3′-dichlorobiphenyl-4,4′-diyl)di(E)diazene-2,1-diyl]bis[N-(4-chloro-2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-3-oxobutanamide]
Color Index: C.I. 21108
CAS: 5567-15-7 (High-Purity Industrial Grade) – Innovatively optimized with advanced azo coupling and crystal modification technology, featuring a unique bright red-undertone yellow hue, exceptional tinting strength, and superior lightfastness, tailored for high-end printing inks, automotive coatings, and plastic coloring applications.
Molecular formula: C36H32Cl4N6O8
Formula Weight: 818.49 g/mol – Unique bis-azo molecular structure with dichloro and dimethoxy groups enhances color saturation, lightfastness, and solvent resistance, outperforming conventional yellow pigments (e.g., P.Y. 13) in tinting strength and migration resistance.
Synonyms: Pigment Yellow 83; P.Y. 83; Permanent Yellow HR; Fast Brilliant Yellow HR; Red-Undertone Yellow Pigment; High-Tinting Yellow Pigment; Migration-Resistant Yellow Pigment
Application:
High-end solvent-based/aqueous printing inks, automotive OEM coatings, engineering plastics, textile printing, industrial paints, and decorative colorants, compatible with solvent-based, plastic melt, and partial aqueous formulation systems.
1.Product Description
Pigment Yellow 83 (P.Y. 83) is an innovative high-performance bis-azo organic pigment, redefining red-undertone yellow coloration for modern industrial applications with its exceptional tinting strength and long-term stability—setting it apart from ordinary yellow pigments like P.Y. 13. Unlike conventional yellow pigments that lack vividness, suffer from poor migration resistance, or fade easily under UV exposure, our P.Y. 83 features a proprietary crystal refinement and azo coupling process, delivering three client-centric advantages: a stunning bright red-undertone yellow hue, exceptional tinting strength (twice that of P.Y. 13), and superior migration resistance—solving manufacturers’ pain points of uneven color, low color intensity, and color bleeding in plastic and ink formulations.
Crafted with advanced low-temperature azo coupling and purification technology, Pigment Yellow 83 boasts a uniform needle-shaped particle structure (0.06–0.13 μm) and optimized specific surface area (49–69 m²/g), ensuring seamless integration into solvent-based, aqueous, and plastic melt formulations, even in high-speed processing. Its distinct red-undertone yellow hue offers a warmer, more vibrant alternative to cool-toned yellow pigments, elevating product aesthetics. Additionally, it is 100% compliant with REACH, RoHS, and EINECS 226-939-8, non-toxic, heavy metal-free, and suitable for diverse high-end industrial and consumer-facing applications, including food-contact packaging and children’s products.
Engineered for long-term reliability, Pigment Yellow 83 boasts Grade 7–8 lightfastness (Grade 8 at 1/3 SD, Grade 7 at 1/25 SD) and thermal stability up to 200°C (short-term processing), retaining its vivid red-undertone yellow hue even after prolonged UV exposure and high-temperature curing. Its excellent solvent resistance (resistant to alcohols, esters, xylene, and ketones) and migration resistance prevent color bleeding, even in low-concentration soft PVC applications. With broad compatibility and ultra-high tinting strength, it is a cost-effective, versatile one-stop solution for diverse industries, delivering consistent, vibrant yellow results that set your products apart—combining innovation, durability, and cost-efficiency in one high-performance pigment.
2.Product Specifications
| Product name | Pigment Yellow 83 (P.Y. 83) |
| Appearance | Fine, free-flowing bright red-undertone yellow powder, needle-shaped particles, no agglomeration, excellent dispersion. |
| CAS No. | 5567-15-7 |
| ENIECS | 226-939-8 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; highly soluble in organic solvents; excellent dispersion in solvent-based, aqueous, and plastic melt formulations. |
| Style | Organic Pigment |
| Tinting Strength | 100%±3 |
| Purity | ≥99% |
| Packing | 25kg/drum/bag/paper box |
| Melting Point | 380–420°C |
| Application | Printing inks, automotive coatings, plastics, textiles, industrial paints, decorative colorants. |
3.Product Application
Pigment Yellow 83 is a versatile, high-value organic pigment, tailored to meet the specific needs of diverse industries with its exceptional tinting strength, red-undertone yellow hue, and strong migration resistance. Below is its detailed application by industry, each section focused on client benefits and practical use cases, with each paragraph not exceeding 500 words:
3.1 Printing Inks
Pigment Yellow 83 is a top choice for high-end solvent-based and aqueous printing inks, including offset, gravure, digital, and flexographic printing inks. Its excellent dispersion capability eliminates color bleeding and sedimentation, ensuring smooth ink flow even in high-speed printing. With ultra-high tinting strength (twice that of P.Y. 13), only 10% loading is needed to achieve standard color depth, significantly reducing ink formulation costs. The bright red-undertone yellow hue delivers sharp, vibrant prints with excellent clarity, making it ideal for luxury packaging, brand logos, promotional materials, and food packaging labels. Its Grade 7–8 lightfastness ensures prints retain their vibrancy for years, even under outdoor exposure or frequent handling.
3.2 Automotive & Industrial Coatings
Perfect for automotive OEM coatings, touch-up paints, architectural coatings, and metal coatings, Pigment Yellow 83 offers excellent compatibility with solvent-based and water-based coating systems. Its good flowability and color saturation allow for increased pigment concentration to enhance coverage without affecting gloss, making it ideal for automotive and industrial finishing. The red-undertone yellow adds a warm, energetic aesthetic to coatings, while its thermal stability (up to 200°C) and chemical resistance prevent fading, chalking, and corrosion—ensuring long-lasting color retention in harsh outdoor and industrial environments. It is also suitable for wood paints and decorative coatings, delivering a premium finish.
3.3 Engineering Plastics
Applicable to engineering plastics (PP, PE, PVC, ABS, HDPE), Pigment Yellow 83 features excellent compatibility with plastic melt formulations and superior migration resistance—even in low-concentration soft PVC applications, it does not cause color bleeding. Its uniform needle-shaped particle size ensures uniform color distribution during injection molding and extrusion, eliminating streaking or color unevenness. In HDPE, only 0.8% pigment concentration (1/3 SD) is needed to achieve standard color depth, reducing raw material costs. It is ideal for plastic parts, automotive interior trims, toys, and plastic packaging, delivering a bright, consistent red-undertone yellow that retains its vibrancy even after long-term use.
3.4 Textiles & Decorative Colorants
Applicable to water-based and solvent-based textile printing pastes for cotton, polyester, and blended fabrics, Pigment Yellow 83 delivers excellent wash fastness and rub fastness, retaining its bright red-undertone yellow hue even after repeated laundering. It is also suitable for decorative colorants (ceramic glazes, candle wax, wall paints, and art supplies), offering a blendable, vibrant tone that appeals to professional artists and designers. Additionally, it can be blended with carbon black to create rich brown shades, expanding its application scope. Its eco-friendly formulation and good compatibility make it a reliable choice for diverse decorative and textile applications.
4.Our advantage:
1) Provide free samples for testing or comparing the effect difference and cost performance.
2) Fast response speed, customers' questions at any time will be responded to in two hours.
3) Fast delivery: the fastest delivery can be made on the same day.
4)Different packaging solutions: provide various packaging options according to customer requirements.
5)Technical guidance: provide improved whitening and coloring formulas and guidance according to customer production materials.
6) Sample retention or sample mailing before bulk delivery.
7) Providing certifications, such as Reach certification.
8) Different payment methods: TT LC, etc.
9) Providing door-to-door DDP service.
5.Packing information:
Usually is 25Kg/cardboard drum or paper box or bag with inner double PE liner Or provide customized packaging according to customer requirements.