Technical grade
Iron Oxide Red
Iron Oxide Red is a pigment widely used in the paint and coatings industry, delivering vibrant color and excellent coverage. This powder blend is favored for applications that require durability and resistance to fading, making it essential in both industrial and artistic contexts. Its versatility extends to construction materials, where it contributes to aesthetic appeal in concrete and masonry. Industries looking for reliable pigments choose Iron Oxide Red for its proven performance and stability under various conditions.
Main applicationPaints & coatings — provides strong color and durability.
Iron Oxide Red is significant for industries that depend on reliable pigmentation, such as paints and coatings. Its robust performance enhances product longevity while maintaining color integrity. By stockpiling this pigment, manufacturers can ensure consistent quality and aesthetic performance across their offerings.
Also known as
- Red Iron Oxide
- Synthetic Red Iron Oxide
- Iron(III) Oxide
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 25kg bags.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- Red powder
Iron Oxide Red is formulated specifically for superior coloring capabilities, with a consistency that aids in mixing with a variety of binders and materials. As a powder, it disperses easily, allowing for a uniform application. Key considerations when ordering include the specific grade required for the application, the pack size, and the intended use, as different grades may offer varying levels of opacity and tinting strength. This product is supplied in a standard 25kg pack size, ideal for both large and small scale projects.
Delivery
Iron Oxide Red is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Paints & coatings — provides strong color and durability.
- Concrete coloring — enhances aesthetic appeal and consistency.
- Plastics — used for pigmentation in various plastic applications.
- Ceramics — adds vibrant hues to ceramic products.
- Asphalt — improves the visual quality and longevity of asphalt surfaces.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Delivers vibrant colors that enhance product appeal.
- High opacity reduces the amount needed for effective coverage.
- Stable performance in various environmental conditions allows for outdoor use.
- Easy to mix with other materials aids production efficiency.
- Cost-effective solution for large-scale applications.
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What are the other names for Iron Oxide Red?
Iron Oxide Red is also referred to as Red Iron Oxide, Synthetic Red Iron Oxide and Iron(III) Oxide. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Iron Oxide Red is supplied?
Iron Oxide Red is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Iron Oxide Red look like?
Iron Oxide Red is described as red powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Iron Oxide Red used for?
Common applications include paints & coatings — provides strong color and durability. Concrete coloring — enhances aesthetic appeal and consistency. Plastics — used for pigmentation in various plastic applications. Ceramics — adds vibrant hues to ceramic products. Asphalt — improves the visual quality and longevity of asphalt surfaces.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Iron Oxide Red?
Iron Oxide Red is supplied to the Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Construction & Admixtures, Cleaning & Detergents, Paints, Coatings & Inks and Textile & Leather Tanning sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Iron Oxide Red available in?
Available in 25kg bags. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
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