It is an organic-mineral pigment of intense red color fixed on an amorphous base which has excellent color rendering, resistance to light, alkalis and atmospheric agents.
It can be used in lime, with natural and synthetic resins, oils, particularly suitable for use in the artistic field and in the restoration sector. The resistance to the most commonly used solvents is good.
The basic pigment C.I. Pigment red 170 is also used for school products.