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Dyes and pigments

Organic and inorganic colorants for textiles, plastics, paints, inks, paper and leather, plus optical brighteners and dye intermediates.
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Subcategories of dyes and pigments

12 narrower families, each with its own chemicals and suppliers.

About dyes and pigments

Colorants are divided into two families. Dyes dissolve in the medium they colour or in the dye bath, and they bond to or penetrate the substrate, which suits textiles, leather, paper and inks. Pigments stay as insoluble particles dispersed in a binder, which suits paints, plastics, printing inks, coatings and building materials. This section covers both families, plus optical brighteners, fluorescent dyes and the intermediates used to make colorants.

Read more about dyes and pigments

Colorants are best identified by their Colour Index generic name and number, such as C.I. Pigment Blue 15:3 or C.I. Reactive Red 195, because trade names differ from one producer to another. The Colour Index name tells you the chemical class and the shade family, and it lets you compare offers from several suppliers on a like for like basis.

When you request quotes, give the Colour Index name, the application, the required shade and strength against a standard, fastness requirements and the form you need, for example powder, granules, liquid or press cake. Ask for a lab dip or a drawdown against your reference. Check compliance with the rules that apply to your end use, such as restrictions on azo dyes that can release listed aromatic amines, heavy metal limits for toys and food packaging, and the restricted substance lists used by textile and apparel brands.

Top dyes and pigments

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Top suppliers of dyes and pigments

Manufacturers and traders with live products in this category. Paid members appear first.

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Changzhou Comwin Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd.
DistributorChangzhou, China

As a leading Human APIs supplier in china, ComWin offers 400+ high-purity products including Human APIs, Animal Health, and Agrochemicals.

Unclaimed profile 47 products
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Catapharma Chemicals Private Limited
ManufacturerNashik, India

Catapharma Group - Excellence in Catalytic Hydrogenation and pharmaceutical intermediates.

Unclaimed profile 111 products
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Chimi Art
Manufacturer6th of October City, Egypt

Egyptian manufacturer of ferric chloride and water treatment chemicals since 1977.

Unclaimed profile 9 products
1 matching product
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Zhejiang Huazhou Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
ManufacturerTaizhou, China

Zhejiang Huazhou Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. was established as Taizhou Jiaobei Chemical Factory in October 1998.

Unclaimed profile 23 products
2 matching products
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Itw Reagents Srl
DistributorMonza, Italy

We are manufacturers of laboratory reagents and chemicals for industrial use.

Unclaimed profile 5 products
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Loba Chemie Pvt. Ltd
ManufacturerColaba, India

Loba Chemie is a manufacturer of Laboratory Reagents and Fine Chemicals for industrial use.

Unclaimed profile 26 products
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Henan Foremost Chem Co.,Ltd
Supplier China

Henan Foremost Chem Co.,Ltd: Chemical raw materials for paints and coatings, PVC stabilizers and rubbers from China.

Unclaimed profile 73 products
5 matching products
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Anhui Leafchem Co., Ltd
Manufacturer China

Anhui Leafchem is a leading manufacturer of cosmetic ingredients, food additives, and fine chemicals.

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Berberine Hcl chemical structure, C20H18ClNO4, CAS 633-65-8
Berberine Hcl
corel technology co., limited(HK)
Price on requestUnclaimed profile
Nitric Acid chemical structure, HNO3, CAS 7697-37-2
Nitric Acid
Mountchem Group
Price on requestUnclaimed profile
Titanium dioxide chemical structure, O2Ti, CAS 13463-67-7
Titanium dioxide
Ideal Chemicals
Price on requestUnclaimed profile
Sodium Sulfite chemical structure, Na2O3S, CAS 7757-83-7
Sodium Sulfite
Ideal Chemicals
Price on requestUnclaimed profile
Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate chemical structure, H4CaO6S, CAS 10101-41-4
Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate
Rimon Chemicals Co
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Zinc Oxide chemical structure, OZn, CAS 1314-13-2
Zinc Oxide
Hakushin Chemical Laboratory Co,Ltd
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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about buying dyes and pigments on CompoundList.

What is the difference between a dye and a pigment?

A dye dissolves during application and colours the material from within, which suits textiles, paper and leather. A pigment stays as insoluble particles held in a binder or polymer, which suits paints, plastics and printing inks.

Why should I use the Colour Index name in my request?

Trade names differ between producers, while the Colour Index generic name, such as C.I. Pigment Blue 15:3, identifies the colorant class and shade family. It lets several suppliers quote the same product.

How do I compare strength between offers?

Ask each supplier to state strength against a standard, usually 100 percent, and request a lab dip or drawdown against your own reference. A cheaper product with lower strength can cost more per dyed or coloured kilogram.

Which rules apply to colorants in consumer goods?

Common checks cover azo dyes that can release listed aromatic amines, heavy metals in toys and packaging, food contact approvals and the restricted substance lists of textile brands. Ask suppliers for compliance statements for your end use.

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