High Performance Pigments Exhibit Excellent Persistence Properties and Are Resistant To Several External Elements

 

High-performance pigments have a variety of advantages over their conventional counterparts. Their longer operational life, lower toxicity, and reduced migration make them essential in a wide variety of applications. For example, they are ideal for use in exterior coatings for buildings and automotive vehicles. They are also a great choice for photochromatic applications. These characteristics make them a preferred choice for manufacturers of paints and other products that need to resist sunlight and other environmental conditions.

Changing customer preferences and stringent regulatory frameworks are fueling increased demand for high-performance pigments. Furthermore, growing customer preference for bio-based products has led industry participants to introduce bio-based high-performance pigments. As a result, high-performance pigments are expected to enjoy steady growth over the coming years.

Another critical application for High-Performance Pigments is automotive adhesives. Automotive adhesives have become more expensive and require higher performance levels than their conventional counterparts. As an industry, the automotive coatings industry has implemented several strategic initiatives to increase the profitability of its products. However, the price disparity is expected to remain a major challenge as the cost of raw materials rises.

In regions such as the United States, the increasing incidence of chemical companies has increased the production of high-performance pigments. For instance, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, there are over 9000 chemical companies in the United States. High-performance pigments are expected to continue their upward trend, with increased use in packaging, outdoor signage, and other applications. However, the costs of these pigments are rising due to their improved properties. Furthermore, they are more expensive per unit weight. However, their properties make them a valuable choice for consumers.

After synthesis, the high-performance pigments are subject to further processing. This may involve chemical or mechanical processes to increase or decrease its particle size. The size of the pigment has a significant impact on its end-use properties, including its hiding power, tint strength, and ease of dispersion. Further, the particle size of a pigment is also a factor that can make or break its application in various applications.