Epoxicolor^® Pastes

High Quality Epoxy ColorANTs

The Epoxicolor^® Pastes are used to tint epoxy, polyurethane and many other types of polymers.  These pastes are compatible with most epoxy and polyurethane systems and with some polyester and PVC formulations.  The Epoxicolor pastes allow for the simple, inexpensive and uniform coloration of most systems with little or no effect on the cured properties of the resins to which they are added. 

The Epoxicolor^® Pastes contain no solvents or plasticizers that can contribute to outgasssing or reduce cured properties.  The resins used are low in hydrolysable chlorine and the pigments used are high purity inorganic or organic pigments to minimize ionic contamination and other concerns.   The colors produced are resistant to changes in color due to heat and light, but for added resistance, custom versions containing antioxidants, UV stabilizers, or thermal stabilizers are available on request.

The currently standard colors are the following:

SUGGESTED PROCESSING GUIDELINES:

To use, mix the required quantity of Epoxicolor into the resin until the mixture is uniform.  A maximum of 3% by weight of the resin is recommended.  In most applications, a level less than 3% by weight of the resin will not require an adjustment to the ratio between the resin and hardener.

Mixtures of the various Epoxicolors can be used to make a custom blend for color matching, aesthetic or other purposes.  Adding a small amount of the Epoxicolor 001 or 101 to the mixture will increase the opacity or hiding power of the other colorants.  Varying the amount of white used allows color of the final color shade – small amounts of white general producing darker colors and larger amounts producing progressively paler colors.  Blends of the Epoxicolors with each other are stable indefinitely.  Blends of the Epoxicolors into most epoxy resins are stable for extended periods, but blends of the Epoxicolors into hardeners or curative may cause a gelation of the mixture over time.

Processing of the colored resins at high temperatures such as 160ºC (160ºC) or higher with air exposure can result in darkening of the color and possibly to changes in the surface shading of the cured polymers.   Curing in nitrogen or under vacuum will reduce or eliminate this effect as can the addition of certain antioxidants.  Please contact us for a custom blend if this might be a concern in your application.   

STORAGE GUIDELINES:

Store these materials in a clean, cool and dry environment in their tightly closed original containers.  Protect from extended exposure to temperatures below 15ºC (59ºF).  Crystallization may occur if the material is exposed to cold for extend periods.  If this occurs, heat the entire container for 2 - 4 hours at 50ºC to re-liquefy the material.  Allow to cool to ambient temperature and re-mix prior to using.  If the recommended storage conditions are observed the products will have a minimum shelf-life of 12 months from the date of shipment.

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS:

Mandatory and recommended industrial hygiene procedures should be followed whenever these products are being handled and processed.  For additional information please consult the corresponding material safety data sheets.

PERSONAL HYGIENE:

CAUTION!  May cause eye & skin irritation.  Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause allergic skin reactions.  Harmful if inhaled or swallowed.  Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing.  Wear eye protection and impervious gloves when handling.  Wash thoroughly after handling.  Avoid breathing vapor or mist.  Keep containers closed when not in use. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not take internally.

FIRST AID

In case of contact:

Skin – Immediately wash skin thoroughly with mild soap and water.  Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.  Destroy contaminated shoes and other articles made of leather.

Eyes – Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention.

Inhalation - Remove person to fresh air.  Administer oxygen or artificial respiration if necessary.  Call a physician.

Ingestion - Do not induce vomiting.  Dilute with plenty of water and contact physician immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

DISCLAIMER:

IMPORTANT:  The following supercedes Buyer’s documents.  SELLER / MANUFACTURER MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  No statements herein are to be construed as inducements to infringe any relevant patent.  Under no circumstances shall Seller / Manufacturer be liable for incidental, consequential or indirect damages for alleged negligence, breach of warranty, strict liability, tort or contract arising in connection with the product(s).  Buyer’s sole remedy and Seller’s sole liability for any claims shall be Buyer’s purchase price.  Data and results presented are based on controlled or laboratory work and must be confirmed by Buyer by testing for its intended conditions of use.  The product(s) has not been tested for, and is therefore not recommended for, uses for which prolonged contact with mucous membranes, abraded skin, or blood is intended; or for uses for which implantation within the human body is intended