Hansa red
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Description
Originally a Hoechst AG trademark for a line of bright, transparent red synthetic organic pigments. Hansa reds, also called toluidine reds, are based on the reaction of beta-naphthol with 2-nitro-4-toluidine. Toluidine red was first synthesized in 1905. In general, toluidine reds have fair lightfastness and weather resistance, and they have a tendency to bleed. They are used in industrial coatings for air-dried and baked enamels and auto finishes. Toluidine reds are also used in wax crayons, pastels and watercolors.
See also Hansa.
Synonyms and Related Terms
toluidine red; Pigment Red 3; CI 12120
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Comparisons
| Pigment number | Manufacture | Pigment name | Manufacture CI number | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR003 | Kremer | studio red, helio | 23950 | |
| PR004 | unknown | Hansa red R (beta-naphthol) | unknown | sample from Tate Collection |
Risks
- Ingestion can cause cyanosis.
- Suspected carcinogen.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Soluble in many organic solvents. Resistant to acid, alkali and soap.
Resources and Citations
- Richard S. Lewis, Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York, 10th ed., 1993
- Michael McCann, Artist Beware, Watson-Guptill Publications, New York City, 1979
- Monona Rossol, The Artist's Complete Health and Safety Guide, Allworth Press, New York, 1994
- B. Berrie, S.Q. Lomax, 'Azo Pigments: Their History, Synthesis, Properties and Use in Artists' Materials', Studies in the History of Art , National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, No. 57, 1997