Quick Answer: Red 48:2

Red 48:2 is an industrial-grade powder formulated for paint & coating raw materials applications.

Red 48:2 commercial packaging
Paint & Coating Chemicals

Red 48:2

Product Code: KIC-CAT-132

Chemical aliases:Red 48:2 Industrial

Red 48:2 is an industrial-grade powder formulated for paint & coating raw materials applications. KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals supplies commercial volumes from Nairobi to manufacturers and processing facilities across Kenya and the East African region.

Supplied as Pigment / Dye Grade, Commercial Color Strength 100% standard, powder. Principal commercial applications include Decorative Paint Formulation, Paints & Coatings Formulation.

Procurement note: Contact KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals sales desk for batch COA, volume commercial pricing, and delivery arrangements across Kenya and East Africa.

IUPAC Name
Red 48:2
Chemical Family
Synthetic Organic & Inorganic Pigments / Dyes
Grade
Pigment / Dye Grade
Purity
Commercial Color Strength 100% standard
Physical Form
Powder

Available Packaging

20Kg Bag (Origin: India)

Product Overview

Red 48:2 is a high-performance pigment / dye grade chemical supplied by KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals for industrial manufacturing, formulation, and commercial processing operations across Kenya and East Africa.

Available in 20kg bag with origin from India, this chemical offers consistent batch-to-batch quality, high chemical stability, and adherence to international purity standards.

KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals stocks Red 48:2 at our central Nairobi warehouse on Enterprise Road, Industrial Area, ensuring prompt dispatch, reliable supply continuity, and technical documentation including Certificates of Analysis (COA) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Technical Description

In formulation and manufacturing processes, Red 48:2 functions as an essential synthetic organic & inorganic pigments / dyes component, providing optimal reactivity, dispersion, and physical-chemical properties.

The product features a standardized purity of Commercial Color Strength 100% standard with controlled moisture and impurity profiles, ensuring predictable performance in demanding industrial systems.

Complete Chemical Specifications

Color Strength
100 ± 5% [Method: Spectrophotometer]
Moisture Content
≤ 1.5% [Method: Loss on Drying]
Residue on 325 Mesh
≤ 0.5% [Method: Wet Sieve]

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colored fine powder / concentrated dye crystals
Odour
Characteristic industrial odor

Commercial Availability

Stock Status
InStock
Lead Time
Prompt ex-stock Nairobi / 24–48h across Kenya
MOQ
1 Unit (20kg bag)
Delivery Regions
Nairobi Commercial Hub, Kenya Nationwide Delivery, East Africa Regional Supply

Contact KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals sales desk for batch COA, volume commercial pricing, and delivery arrangements across Kenya and East Africa.

Commercial Sectors

Target Industries

Coatings technician operating high-speed disperser mixing white paint emulsion in stainless steel batch vessel
Industry Sector

Paints, Coatings & Resins Chemical Raw Materials Kenya

Kenya's paints, decorative coatings, and wood finish manufacturing industry requires pure virgin solvents, high-brightness extender pigments, and specialized coalescing aids. A formulation is only as good as its raw materials: low-purity thinners cause pinholing and blushing, while coarse fillers destroy gloss and opacity. KIKI'S supplies premium solvents, extenders, and binders to East Africa's leading paint makers.

Heavy-duty twin corrugator and die-block extrusion line producing corrugated plastic conduit pipe
Industry Sector

Plastics & PVC Manufacturing Chemical Raw Materials Kenya

Kenya's plastics and PVC conversion sector—producing water pipes, electrical conduits, packaging films, and molded components—depends on precise compounding chemistry. Processing heat degradation, poor filler dispersion, and polymer brittleness can halt high-speed extrusion lines. KIKI'S supplies premium calcium carbonate extenders, plasticizers, lubricants, and PVC solvent cement reagents to leading converters.

Process Compatibility

Suitable Applications

Use Cases

  • •Industrial use in Decorative Paint Formulation
  • •Industrial use in Paints Coatings Formulation

Storage Guidelines

Store Red 48:2 in its original tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse away from direct sunlight, moisture, and incompatible substances.

Keep containers off concrete floors using wooden or plastic pallets. Recommended storage temperature: 15°C to 30°C.

Handling Advisory

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (Safety Goggles, Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves, Protective Workwear).

In case of accidental spill, contain material with inert absorbent or sweep dry powder avoiding dust generation. Dispose of in accordance with local environmental regulations.

Safety & Chemical Handling Advisory

Safety Advisory

In case of contact, flush eyes or skin with plenty of water. If ingested, seek medical advice.

GHS:Warning
Signal Word:NONE
Transport:Non-regulated / Standard Industrial Freight
Packing Group:PG III

Hazard Statements

  • • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • • H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements

  • • P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection
  • • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water

PPE Requirements

Safety GogglesChemical Resistant Nitrile GlovesProtective Workwear

COMMERCIAL & TECHNICAL GUIDANCE

Frequently Asked Questions: Red 48:2

Technical, regulatory, and supply guidance for Red 48:2.

Red 48:2 is a Pigment / Dye Grade (Commercial Color Strength 100% standard) supplied in powder format, utilized primarily in paint & coating raw materials applications. It provides consistent processing characteristics and reliable chemical performance in commercial formulation and manufacturing workflows.

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