Results for tag: "Specialty Pigments"

Specialty pigments are a subset of the broader pigment market, applied across various industries including the manufacturing of office supplies and equipment. Within this context, specialty pigments are used to provide coloration and functional properties to a myriad of office products such as inks, plastics, and coatings used in pens, highlighters, markers, and printing supplies. They are designed to improve aesthetics, as well as to enhance the durability and functionality of the end products, such as lightfastness in inks and toners and vividness and clarity in colored plastics and papers. The demand for environmentally friendly and sustainable pigments has grown, leading to innovation and adoption of organic pigments, and those that are less toxic or based on renewable resources. The specialty pigments employed in the office supplies and equipment market must meet stringent performance and regulatory requirements, given their extensive use in workplaces and educational settings. Notable companies operating in the specialty pigments market servicing the office supplies and equipment sector include: - BASF SE, which produces a variety of high-performance pigments used across several industries. - DIC Corporation, known for its expertise in fine chemicals including pigments. - Clariant, a company that manufactures specialty chemicals with a dedicated segment for pigments. - Huntsman Corporation, which provides a range of pigments and dyes suitable for office equipment. - Ferro Corporation, specializing in technology-based performance materials including pigments. These companies often engage in research and development to improve pigment performance and to introduce new products Show Less Read more