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Special Effect Pigments

Based on 4435 products - Last update on the Jun 26, 2025

Special effect pigments are typically available as powders or granules that can be added to plastics to create visually striking effects. These pigments function by reflecting and refracting light, producing unique appearances such as metallic, pearlescent, or iridescent finishes. Key features include their ability to enhance the aesthetic appeal, durability, and differentiation of plastic products. Used in automotive coatings, cosmetics, packaging, and consumer electronics.

Alternatives to special effect pigments include traditional colorants like dyes and standard pigments. Sub-types include metallic pigments, pearlescent pigments, and thermochromatic pigments.

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Packaging588 products

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Pearlescence2095 products

Colorability, Good1091 products

Whitening / Brightening829 products

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Earthen Clay Collection

by Ampacet

Earthen Clay Collection by Ampacet are special effects masterbatch portfolio featuring muted matte hues that evoke the timeless, natural colors and textures of ancient clay pottery and artifacts.<br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"> <li> They are used in multilayer blow molding and extrusion processes with polyethylene substrates.</li> <li> They are designed to deliver earthy, natural colorways and matte surface finishes for visual differentiation.</li> <li> They support brand sustainability goals through recyclable outer layer formulations.</li> <li> Earthen Clay Collection offer compatibility with personal care, hair care, and beauty product packaging as well as home and garden product applications.</li> <li> They are available in six color clay-fired red, sunbaked adobe, golden argilla, limestone loam, volcanic blue, ancient nettle.</li> <li> They help create a sensory connection with consumers through matte textures and historical color inspiration.</li> </ul>

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Kaleidoscope Collection

by Ampacet

Kaleidoscope Collection by Ampacet are comprised of transparent pigments. They provide vivid coloration for thermoplastics, allowing for layered color effects with high visual appeal. They offer exceptional clarity due to solvent dyes and exhibit a low LDR. They are suitable for use with PS and PC in injection molding processes. They are designed for applications such as housewares, consumer electronics, toys, appliances and lighting. Kaleidoscope Collection offer eight unique and inspiring colorways such as twilight prism, fuchsia dream, azure veil, transforming teal, evergreen echo, vivid volt, neon nectar and sunset splash.

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BPP-BG1058W

by DKSH

BPP-BG1058W distributed by DKSH is an inorganic phosphorescent pigment with a long afterglow. It is suitable for applications requiring an instant afterglow with good duration. It is very stable at high temperatures and resistant to most chemicals.<br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"><li>It can be incorporated into most formulations very easily.</li> <li>It disperses with high speed stirring, because of the high density, liquid dispersions should contain suspending agents to reduce hard settling.</li> <li>Due to the abrasive nature of the product, it is recommended that a lubricant should be used during extrusion.</li> <li>It is used in plastics.</li> <li>Recommended dosage level from 5% depending on the thickness of the plastic.</li> <li>BPP-BG1058W is available in Canada.</li></ul>

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BPP-OG1029

by DKSH

BPP-OG1029 distributed by DKSH is an inorganic phosphorescent pigment with long afterglow. It is recommended for applications requiring immediate afterglow with good duration. It is highly stable at high temperatures and resistant to most chemicals.<br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"><li>It is designed for use in plastic applications. </li> <li>It requires loading from 5%, depending on the thickness of the part.</li> <li>BPP-OG1029 is available in Canada.</li></ul>

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BPP-YG1004

by DKSH

BPP-YG1004 distributed by DKSH is an inorganic phosphorescent pigment. It has an average afterglow of a few hours and is recommended for general use in plastics. It is highly stable at high temperatures and resistant to most chemicals.<br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"><li>It is designed for use in molded and laminar plastics, rubbers and other applications.</li> <li>Recommended dosage level is 5% depending on the thickness of the plastic.</li> <li>BPP-YG1004 is available in Canada.</li></ul>

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