September 23, 2026

What Is Pigment Red 170? Properties, Applications and Use in Plastics

Pigment Red 170 is an organic red pigment used in industrial coloring applications including plastics, masterbatch, paints and coatings. It can be considered when a strong and consistent red shade is required in different polymer and coating systems.

Tüver Pigment offers Pigment Red 170 F5RK as part of its organic pigment range.

This guide explains what Pigment Red 170 is, where it is used, what should be considered when using it in plastics and masterbatch, and how to select the right red pigment for an industrial formulation.

What Is Pigment Red 170?

Pigment Red 170 is an organic red pigment used to achieve red coloration in industrial applications.

Pigment selection should not be based only on color. Processing temperature, polymer or binder compatibility, lightfastness, dispersion and final application conditions should also be considered.

Explore the Tüver Pigment Organic Pigments category for additional pigment options.

Key Characteristics of Pigment Red 170

Pigment Red 170 can be evaluated for applications where a red shade is required in industrial formulations.

• Used to produce red coloration
• Classified as an organic pigment
• Can be evaluated in plastics and masterbatch
• Suitable for selected paint and coating formulations
• Can be tested in different polymer systems
• Color strength and dosage can be optimized according to the application

Where Is Pigment Red 170 Used?

Its application depends on the technical requirements of the formulation. Potential industrial applications include:

• Plastic coloring
• Masterbatch production
• Paints and coatings
• Industrial coloring
• Polymer-based products
• Various plastic applications

Pigment Red 170 in Plastics

When selecting a red pigment for plastics, both color and processing performance should be considered.

Processing temperature, residence time and polymer type can influence pigment performance during extrusion and injection molding.

For this reason, the target shade should first be defined, followed by an evaluation of the pigment's compatibility with the actual processing conditions.

Learn more about pigment heat resistance in our guide: Why Is Pigment Heat Resistance Important?

Pigment Red 170 in Masterbatch

In masterbatch production, the pigment must be distributed homogeneously throughout the carrier polymer. Therefore, pigment dispersion is an important factor in addition to pigment selection.

Carrier polymer compatibility, pigment concentration and processing conditions should be evaluated together.

Read our guide to pigment dispersion for more information.

How to Choose Pigment Red 170

Color Shade

Different red pigments can produce different shades. The target red should therefore be defined and evaluated in the actual application system.

Heat Resistance

For plastics, the pigment should be compatible with the actual processing temperature and residence time.

Lightfastness

For products exposed to sunlight or artificial light for extended periods, lightfastness is an important performance parameter.

Dispersion

Good dispersion contributes to consistent coloration and production quality.

Polymer Compatibility

PE, PP, PVC, ABS, PS and other polymer systems have different processing conditions. Pigment compatibility should therefore be evaluated for the specific polymer.

Pigment Red 170 Compared with Other Red Pigments

No single red pigment is suitable for every industrial application. Different red pigments may vary in color shade, color strength, lightfastness, heat resistance, chemical resistance and application suitability.

For this reason, Pigment Red 170 should be compared with suitable alternatives and tested under the actual production conditions before final selection.

For more information, read our guide to common mistakes in pigment selection.

Pigment Red 170 in Paints and Coatings

Pigment Red 170 can be evaluated in suitable paint and coating formulations where a red color is required.

Dispersion in the binder system, target shade, lightfastness and final application conditions should be considered during product selection.

Why Are Laboratory Tests Important?

The appearance of a pigment in a catalog or sample may differ from its final appearance in a production formulation. Polymer type, binder, pigment concentration, dispersion conditions and processing temperature can all affect the final color.

For this reason, laboratory or pilot-scale testing before mass production is recommended.

Important parameters to compare include:

• Color shade
• Color strength
• Dispersion
• Heat resistance
• Lightfastness
• Surface appearance
• Polymer compatibility

Tüver Pigment Pigment Red 170

Tüver Pigment supplies pigment solutions for plastics, masterbatch, paints, coatings, rubber and other industrial applications.

Pigment Red 170 F5RK can be evaluated for various industrial applications requiring red coloration.

Explore the Organic Pigments category for additional options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pigment Red 170?

Pigment Red 170 is an organic red pigment used to produce red coloration in industrial applications.

Can Pigment Red 170 be used in plastics?

Yes. It can be evaluated for plastic and masterbatch applications when its technical properties are suitable for the specific system.

Can Pigment Red 170 be used in masterbatch?

Yes. Its compatibility with the carrier polymer and its dispersion performance should be evaluated for the specific masterbatch formulation.

Can Pigment Red 170 be used in paints?

It can be evaluated in suitable paint and coating formulations where a red shade is required.

What should be considered when selecting Pigment Red 170?

Color shade, color strength, heat resistance, lightfastness, dispersion, polymer or binder compatibility and final application conditions should all be considered.

Conclusion

Pigment Red 170 is an organic red pigment that can be evaluated for plastics, masterbatch, paints and various industrial coloring applications.

The correct pigment should not be selected based on color alone. Processing temperature, polymer or binder compatibility, dispersion, lightfastness and final application conditions should be considered together.

Tüver Pigment supplies organic and inorganic pigment solutions for different industrial applications.