Carbon Black
Carbon black provides pigmentation, conductivity and UV protection for a variety of coating applications, including automotive, industrial and architectural. In addition it is used as a reinforcing filler in tires and other rubber products. In plastics, paints, and inks, carbon black is used as a color pigment.
- Synonyms
- Acetylene Black, Channel Black, Furnace Black, Lamp Black, Thermal Black, CI 77266
- Chemical Formula
- C
- CAS Number
- 1333-86-4
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 12 g/cc
- Density
- 1.8 to 2.1
- Forms
- Powder, Fluffy, Odourless, Prill, Black, Solid
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Printing & Inks
- Ink, toner and colourant
- Coatings
- Plastics and polymers
- Adhesives and Sealants
- Automotive
- Batteries
- Building & Construction products
- Paint and Coatings
- Primers, fillers and undercoats
- Rubber