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Gilsonite in Paints: FAQ
What colour does gilsonite give? Black in thick films, brown in thin films. Which solvents dissolve it? Aromatic…
Low-ash, highly soluble gilsonite resin for black printing inks, enamels and coatings.
Key benefits
- Deep black colour and gloss
- Excellent carbon black wetting
- Low ash for clean films
- Partial replacement of costly resins
Product overview
Ink and paint grade gilsonite is selected for low ash and high solubility. Dissolved in oils or solvents it gives deep black colour, gloss, pigment wetting and water and chemical resistance in printing inks, enamels, primers and protective coatings.
Applications
- News and offset inks
- Black enamels and japans
- Anti-corrosion primers
- Wood stains
Technical data
Data sheet
Ink & Paint Grade Gilsonite
| Property | Typical value | Test method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Dark brown–black powder | Visual |
| Softening point (R&B) | 150 – 180 °C | ASTM D36 |
| Ash content, max | 3 % | ASTM D3174 |
| Moisture, max | 1 % | ASTM D95 |
| Solubility in toluene, min | 99 % | ASTM D2042 |
| Particle size | 200 – 600 mesh | Sieve |
| Typical dosage | Ink varnish: 20–40 % in oil | |
| Packing | 25 kg paper bags with PE liner, palletized. | |
Typical values. The final specification is confirmed in the COA of each shipment.
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