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Dyes and Pigments

Dyes and pigments, as main forms of colourant, are natural substances or chemical products widely used to add color or pigmentation to various materials in different industries, including textiles, cosmetics, paints, printing, plastics, and more. Dyes and pigments possess their distinct color and can impart a bright and solid color to other substances in either the molecular or dispersed state. Dyes are organic compounds that can dye fibers or other substrates to colors you want, which makes them widely used for dyeing and printing fabrics. Most of dyes are soluble in water or can be converted into a soluble state during dyeing through chemical treatments. Pigments can be organic or inorganic in nature and are insoluble in water or common organic solvents. On ECHEMI, you can source dyes and pigments from 1490 qualified manufacturers, traders, and distributors to meet your specific needs. Shop now for suitable hair dyes, clothes dyes, eyelash dyes, food dyes, leather dyes, pigments for painting, and more, all available at competitive prices!

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Sourcing high-quality dyes and pigments can be complicated given the variety of types and applications, from textiles and plastics to inks and coatings. ECHEMI connects you with 1490 trusted manufacturers, traders, and distributors, offering colorants in different grades and specifications. Whether you need organic or inorganic pigments, bright or pastel shades, explore ECHEMI to find suppliers that meet your production and quality requirements.
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1123 Dyes and Pigments items

3-[7,12,17-tris-(2-carboxy-ethyl)-3,8,13,18-tetrakis-carboxymethyl-22,24-dihydro-porphin-2-yl]-propionic acid

CAS No: 607-14-7

Formula: C40H38N4O16

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

Chromate(1-), bis[ethyl N-[7-(hydroxy-κO)-8-[2-[2-(hydroxy-κO)-5-(methylsulfonyl)phenyl]diazenyl-κN1]-1-naphthalenyl]carbamato(2-)]-, hydrogen (1:1), (OC-6-11)-

CAS No: 12218-94-9

Formula: C40H34CrN6O12S2.H

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Dye

21H,23H-Porphine-7-propanoicacid,3-carboxy-13-ethenyl-18-ethyl-7,8-dihydro-2,5,8,12,17-pentamethyl-,(7S,8S)-

CAS No: 550-52-7

Formula: C33H36N4O4

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

Porphyrin c

CAS No: 635-50-7

Formula: C40H48N6O8S2

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

3,7,13,17-Tetramethyl-21H,23H-porphine-2,8,12,18-tetrapropanoic acid

CAS No: 3082-03-9

Formula: C36H38N4O8

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

7-bromo-7-demethylriboflavin

CAS No: 5691-79-2

Formula: C16H17BrN4O6

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

diazoketonemethotrexate

CAS No: 82972-54-1

Formula: C21H22N10O4

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

lysine-iodoacetylmethotrexate

CAS No: 82339-36-4

Formula: C23H28IN9O4

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

lysine-methotrexate

CAS No: 80407-56-3

Formula: C21H27N9O3

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

2-vinyl-4-(hydroxymethyl)deuteroporphyrinIX

CAS No: 91874-97-4

Formula: C35H38N4O5

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

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1,5-dihydro-3-(3-sulfopropyl)lumiflavin

CAS No: 91385-12-5

Formula: C16H20N4O5S

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

Solvent Red 5

CAS No: 3025-77-2

Formula: C16H12N4O2

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Dye

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Dull reddish blue to reddish violet solid or dark maroon powder. (NTP, 1992)More

3,3-dichloroazepan-2-one

CAS No: 1709-14-4

Formula: C6H9Cl2NO

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Dye

2-amino-8-methylpteridin-4-one

CAS No: 13005-87-3

Formula: C7H7N5O

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

1-(Methylamino)-4-[(1-methylethyl)amino]-9,10-anthracenedione

CAS No: 15403-56-2

Formula: C18H18N2O2

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Dye

4-[2-(4-Nitrophenyl)diazenyl]-1,3-benzenediamine

CAS No: 25910-57-0

Formula: C12H11N5O2

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Dye

10-propargylaminopterin

CAS No: 82318-25-0

Formula:

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

rhizopterine

CAS No: 119-20-0

Formula: C15H12N6O4

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Pigment

Benzamide, N,N′-(9,10-dihydro-9,10-dioxo-1,4-anthracenediyl)bis-

CAS No: 2987-68-0

Formula: C28H18N2O4

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Dye

C.I. Acid Red 44

CAS No: 2766-77-0

Formula: C20H14N2O7S2.2Na

Categories: Dyes and Pigments > Dye

ChEBI: An organic sodium salt that is the disodium salt of 7-hydroxy-8-[(naphthalen-1-yl)diazenyl]naphthalene-1,3-disulfonic acid.More

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are pigments and dyes commonly used?

Pigments are widely used in paints, coatings, inks, plastics, rubber, and construction materials, where long-term color stability is required. Dyes are more commonly used in textiles, paper, leather, printing, and certain specialty applications where vivid and uniform coloration is desired.

What are dyes?

Dyes are colorants that dissolve in a solvent or medium and chemically or physically bond with the material being colored. They are commonly used in industries such as textiles, leather, paper, plastics, and sometimes food and cosmetics. Because dyes are more sensitive to light, heat, and environmental exposure, they are mainly used in applications where color penetration and brightness are more important than long-term durability.

What are paint pigments?

Paint pigments are finely ground organic or inorganic substances that provide color, opacity, and sometimes additional functional properties to paints and coatings. They are dispersed in a binder or resin system to create a uniform colored film on a surface. Organic pigments are carbon-based and typically offer bright, vivid colors, while inorganic pigments are often derived from mineral sources and metal compounds, providing better durability, heat resistance, and lightfastness.

What is the difference between a pigment and a dye?

The main difference between pigments and dyes lies in their solubility and how they bind to materials. Dyes are soluble in the medium in which they are applied and penetrate the material at a molecular level. Pigments, on the other hand, are insoluble particles that must be dispersed in a binder to adhere to a surface. In general, dyes produce brighter and more transparent colors, but they tend to fade more easily when exposed to UV light, heat, or washing. Pigments are usually more stable and resistant to light, weather, and chemicals, which makes them more suitable for outdoor and industrial applications.

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