Manganese Violets

Just when you thought we were all about blue …

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What are Manganese Violet Pigments?

Manganese violets are clean, bright, red-shade violets. They are non-toxic, inorganic pigments which are used in a wide variety of applications. They are particularly popular for use in artists’ colours, cosmetics and plastics.


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The exact chemical structure of manganese violet pigment has not yet been fully identified. However it can be described as

Manganese ammonium pyrophosphates

Chemical Formula
NH4MnP207

Colour Index Reference
C.I. Pigment Violet 16:77742

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· Bright, clean, red-shade violets
· Non-toxic
· Cosmetic approved world-wide
· Safe for use in toys
· Excellent heat stability up to 280°C
· Excellent lightfastness
· Blue Wool Scale 7-8 (max)
· Non-migratory
· Outstanding in colour correction applications
· Acid resistant