FULL SHADES.Bk.5
TINT
Digital color reference · physical approval required
SOLVENT DYES
Solvent Black 5
Solvent Black 5 is a nigrosine black dye used in spirit inks, wood stains, leather finishes and related solvent-based systems. Select its solubility grade for the intended alcohol or solvent blend; a single molecular formula does not adequately describe commercial nigrosine composition.
- Color Index / grade
- S.Bk.5
- CAS
- 11099-03-9
- Chemical family
- Nigrosine dye mixture
Typical application scopeAlcohol-borne inks, wood stains and leather finishes.
PRODUCT PROFILE
S.Bk.5Solvent Black 5 — grade profile
Solvent Black 5 (S.Bk.5) is a nigrosine dye mixture for coloration in Printing inks, Coatings & paint and Plastics & masterbatch. Grade selection should be verified for polymer compatibility, actual processing temperature, target transparency and migration requirements; the data below is limited to values supported by published sources.
No universal performance limit is stated in the published data. Request the current grade TDS and validate it in the intended system.
The listed application scope is Printing inks, Coatings & paint and Plastics & masterbatch.
Selection focus
Confirm polymer compatibility, transparency, dissolution, actual melt temperature, loading, and migration and light-fastness requirements in the finished article.
REFERENCE SHADE
Full shade and tint
Black
Full shade
Tint / reduction
Manufacturer-published shade descriptions were used to correct the color direction. Screen colors remain visual references, not batch standards; approve a physical drawdown or molded plaque under agreed test conditions.
TECHNICAL DATA
Published specifications
Only identified or numerical fields supported by public registry and product-table data are shown. Unpublished values are omitted.
ParameterPublished value
Product nameSolvent Black 5
Color Index / product gradeS.Bk.5
Colorant categorySolvent dyes
CAS number11099-03-9
Chemical familyNigrosine dye mixture
Physical appearanceColored powder
TransparencyTransparent
Performance values are catalogue references. The current grade TDS, test conditions and agreed batch COA govern product approval.
APPLICATIONS
Application guidance
Alcohol-borne inks, wood stains and leather finishes.