Plastic & Rubber

Iron Oxide

About Product

Iron Oxide is a widely used inorganic pigment in the plastics and rubber industry, known for its excellent color stability, UV resistance, and non-toxicity. It provides vibrant red, yellow, and brown hues in plastic and rubber applications. In addition to pigmentation, Iron Oxide enhances heat resistance, weatherability, and durability in polymers. It is commonly used in colored rubber compounds, coatings, masterbatches, and construction plastics for long-lasting coloration and performance.

Chemical Formula: Fe₂O₃ (Ferric Oxide) / Fe₃O₄ (Magnetite)

Chemical Code: CAS Number: 1309-37-1 (Fe₂O₃) / 1317-61-9 (Fe₃O₄)

Application & Uses

  • Used as a pigment in plastics for red, yellow, and brown coloration
  • Enhances UV resistance and weatherability in outdoor plastic products
  • Provides heat stability in high-temperature rubber applications
  • Used in colored rubber compounds for automotive and industrial use
  • Serves as a coloring agent in plastic masterbatches
  • Applied in coatings for improved color retention and durability
  • Enhances anti-corrosion properties in protective rubber coatings
  • Used in thermoplastic materials for construction applications
  • Provides opacity and brightness in plastic formulations
  • Used in artificial turf, flooring, and molded plastic products

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