Pigment yellow GRY80(CAS#78952-72-4)
Introduction
Yellow 174 is an organic pigment also known as "yellow selenium pigment". Its chemical name is 2-[(2-phenylmethyl)phenyl]5-(2,4-dinitrophenyl)-4-oxo-4H-benzo[de]monocone. The following is a detailed introduction to the properties, uses, preparation methods and safety information of Yellow 174: Properties:- Yellow 174 is a yellow powdered pigment. - It has good lightfastness, heat resistance, and chemical resistance. - It is stable in organic solvents but sensitive to acids and alkalis. Uses:- Yellow 174 is widely used in paints, coatings, plastics, rubber, fibers, toys and printing inks. - It can be used to create a variety of yellow tones and is used as a pigment and colorant. - Due to its lightfastness and heat resistance, yellow 174 is also commonly used in outdoor industrial products. Method:- Yellow 174 is usually prepared by chemical synthesis method, where the key step is through the reaction of nitroaniline and aromatic ketones. Safety Information:- Yellow 174 has been recognized as a safe and non-toxic substance, but there are still some safety precautions to be taken care of. - Avoid direct contact with yellow 174 pigment to avoid causing allergic reactions or irritating the skin and eyes. - If swallowed or inhaled, seek medical attention immediately and provide information to your doctor.
Application
Pigment Yellow 174 (C.I. 21098, Permanent Yellow GRY 80) is a high‑performance disazo diarylide yellow organic pigment with excellent transparency, high tinctorial strength, good gloss and superior chemical resistance. It is widely used in offset printing inks, UV‑curable inks, solvent‑based packaging inks and water‑based ink systems. With a heat resistance of 200 °C (up to 280 °C in HDPE), excellent acid/alkali resistance and lightfastness (Grade 6–7), PY174 is ideal for high‑quality printing and industrial applications. It is also employed in solvent‑based paints, UV‑curable coatings, engineering plastics (HDPE, ABS), metal decoration, and automotive coatings, where its bright yellow shade, non‑halogenated eco‑friendly profile and excellent flow properties offer sustainable advantages. Xinchem provides high‑purity Pigment Yellow 174 with flexible custom synthesis, custom chemical synthesis and contract manufacturing, scaled reliably from R&D to commercial tons. Contact us for a competitive quote and dependable global supply.







