Satin Black
Satin Black is a premium black pigment or coating product designed to provide a smooth, satin finish with moderate gloss and a soft sheen. It is widely used in paints, coatings, plastics, and inks to impart a deep black color with a balanced, non-reflective surface appearance. Satin Black offers good opacity, durability, and resistance to environmental factors, making it ideal for decorative and functional applications requiring an elegant, subdued black finish.
Primary Uses
Paints and Coatings
Used in architectural and industrial coatings to achieve a satin black finish on metal, wood, plastics, and other substrates.
Provides aesthetic appeal with moderate gloss and excellent hiding power.
Offers resistance to UV radiation, weathering, and abrasion.
Plastics
Incorporated into plastic formulations to impart deep black coloration with a satin surface.
Used in automotive parts, consumer goods, and electronic housings.
Printing Inks
Applied in printing inks to produce black prints with a satin gloss level suitable for packaging, labels, and publications.
Secondary Uses
Textiles
Used in textile printing and dyeing for achieving a durable satin black color on fabrics.
Automotive and Aerospace
Utilized in specialty coatings for automotive interiors and aerospace components requiring satin black finishes with durability.
Art Supplies
Incorporated into artist paints and mediums for creating satin black effects with controlled gloss.
Basic Identification Attributes
Chemical Name (IUPAC): Varies by pigment composition (commonly carbon black-based)
Common/Trade Name: Satin Black
CAS Number: Varies depending on pigment source
HS Code: 3204.19 (Pigments)
Synonyms: Satin black pigment; satin finish black coating
Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical State: Powder or liquid dispersion depending on formulation
Color & Odor: Deep black; odorless
Solubility: Insoluble in water; dispersible in solvents or resins
Density: Typically ~1.8 - 2.0 g/cm³ (pigment powder)
Safety & Hazard Attributes
GHS Classification: May vary; generally low hazard but avoid inhalation of powders
Toxicity: Low toxicity; carbon black may pose inhalation risk in powder form
Exposure Limits: Follow occupational exposure guidelines
Storage & Handling Attributes
Storage Conditions: Store in sealed containers in a dry, cool place away from ignition sources
Container Type: Bags, drums, or pails depending on form
Shelf Life: Stable under proper storage for 1–3 years
Handling Precautions: Avoid dust generation; use protective equipment during handling
Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
Complies with relevant safety and environmental regulations for pigments and coatings
Environmental & Health Impact
Biodegradability: Not biodegradable; inert pigment material
Ecotoxicity: Low; minimal environmental hazard if handled properly
Bioaccumulation: Not significant
PPE Required: Dust mask, gloves, and eye protection recommended when handling powders
Handling Guidelines: Use in well-ventilated areas; avoid dust inhalation
Storage Measures: Keep containers tightly closed and stored in a dry environment
First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical advice if respiratory irritation occurs
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse with water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; seek medical advice if large quantities ingested
Firefighting Measures
Fire Hazards: Non-flammable but may support combustion of other materials
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or COâ‚‚
Special Precautions: Use protective equipment and avoid dust clouds
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides if burned