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Pesticide and Crop Protection Colorants
Disinfectants, sanitizers, sterilizers, insecticides, fungicides, and rodenticides are all classified as pesticides.
Additionally, certain plant growth regulators or hormones may also be regulated as “pesticides” as defined by the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).
Chromatech has a variety of colorants designed to meet the requirements for pesticide inert ingredients for both food use applications and non-food use applications.
Contact us and we will ensure that you receive a colorant that is compatible with your pesticide product application.
Colorants for Food Use Applications
Below are colorants that are approved for FOOD-use pesticide applications as per 40 CFR 180 (restrictions may apply).
Color Sample Title
C71000 Powder / C71003 Granular Color Sample Subtitle
FD&C Yellow No. 5 Powder Main Description of Color Sample
Available in North America only.
C71000 FD&C Yellow No. 5 is a water-soluble yellow dye whose common name is tartrazine. FD&C Yellow No. 5 Powder is available in Powder, Granular, and Liquid forms. It is used in food, drug, and cosmetic applications and environments. Color Sample Features
• Kosher certified.• Approved by the FDA and meets the specifications outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21 Part 74.
• This dye can be used in pre-harvest seed coatings and seed treatments as defined and regulated under 40 CFR 180.920.
• For FOOD seeds and NON-FOOD seeds.
• Physical Appearance: Orange powder
Color Sample Properties
• FD&C Yellow No. 5• Water Soluble
• pH Stability: 2 to 12
• Light Stability: Good
Color Sample Packaging
• 20 kg (44.09 lbs.), 5 kg (11.02 lbs.) and 1 kg (2.2 lbs.) boxes
Color Sample More Info
• Protect from moisture.• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.
• Contact Us for a sample.
Not available in Europe.
Color Sample Title
C73020 Powder / C73023 Granular Color Sample Subtitle
FD&C Red No. 40 Powder Main Description of Color Sample
Available in North America only.
FD&C Red No. 40 is a water-soluble red dye. FD&C Red No. 40 is available in Powder, Granular, and Liquid forms. It is used in food, drug, and cosmetic applications and environments. Color Sample Features
• Kosher certified.• Approved by the FDA and meets the specifications outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21 Part 74.
• This dye can be used in pre-harvest seed coatings and seed treatments as defined and regulated under 40 CFR 180.920.
• For FOOD seeds and NON-FOOD seeds.
• When used in seed treatment, not to exceed 2% by weight of the pesticide formulation.
• Physical Appearance: Red powder
Color Sample Properties
• FD&C Red No. 40• Water Soluble
• pH Stability: 2 to 10
• Light Stability: Fair
Color Sample Packaging
• 20 kg (44.09 lbs.), 5 kg (11.02 lbs.) and 1 kg (2.2 lbs.) boxes. Color Sample More Info
• Protect from moisture.• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.
• Contact Us for a sample.
Not available in Europe.
Color Sample Title
C73024X Chromatint® Red 40 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
C73024Chromatint® Red 40 Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Red 40 Liquid is a water-soluble red dye designed for use in a wide variety of applications. Color Sample Features
• Kosher certified.• Approved by the FDA and meets the specifications outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21 Part 74.
Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 10• Light Stability: Fair
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark red liquid, odorless
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, and 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact Us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
L85000 Non-Staining* Patent Blue Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Non Staining Patent Blue Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Non Staining Patent Blue Liquid is a bright aqua blue liquid colorant specifically designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, water soluble plant fertilizers, laundry products, portable toilets, and pesticide applications. However, testing in your particular formulation is always recommended Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 9• Freeze/Thaw Stability: Excellent
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark blue liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Inquire about D959028 CHROMATINT BLUE 4263 LIQUID in Europe.
Color Sample Title
C75000 Powder / C75006 Granular Color Sample Subtitle
FD&C Blue No. 1 Granular Main Description of Color Sample
Available in North America only.
FD&C Blue No. 1 is a water-soluble blue dye which is also known as Brilliant Blue FCF. FD&C Blue No. 1 Granular is available in Powder, Granular, and Liquid forms. It is used in food, drug, and cosmetic applications and environments, as well as in fertilizers, pesticides, and seed coatings. Color Sample Features
• Kosher certified.• Approved by the FDA and meets the specifications outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21 Parts 73 to 82.
• Manufactured to comply with Regulation (EC) No 231/2012 laying down specifications for food additives.
• Manufactured to comply with FAO/WHO JECFA specification – Online Edition.A.
• This dye can be used in pre-harvest seed treatments as defined and regulated under 40 CFR 180.920.
• For FOOD seeds and NON-FOOD seeds.
• Physical Appearance: Dark blue powder
Color Sample Properties
• FD&C Blue No. 1• Water Soluble
• pH Stability: 2 to 10
• Light Stability: Poor
Color Sample Packaging
• 20 kg (44.09 lbs.), 5 kg (11.02 lbs.) and 1 kg (2.2 lbs.) boxes. Color Sample More Info
• Protect from moisture.• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.
• Contact Us for a sample.
Not available in Europe.
Color Sample Title
D15003 Chromatint® Blue AZ 50% Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Blue AZ 50% Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Blue AZ 50% Liquid is a water-based blue dye designed for use in a wide variety of applications, such as household cleaners, soaps, metalworking fluids, water soluble fertilizers, ponds, and water-based adhesives. Color Sample Features
Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 10• Light Stability: Poor
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark blue liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails, and tote quantities are available upon request. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact Us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
L86003 Non-Staining* Teal Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Non Staining Teal Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Non Staining Teal Liquid is a bright blue-green liquid colorant specifically designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, laundry products, and pesticide applications. However, testing in your particular formulation is always recommended. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use with many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 9• Freeze/Thaw Stability: Excellent
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark green liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
* Non-staining to skin, most fabrics and nonporous surfaces.
Colorants for Nonfood Use Applications Only
Below are colorants that are composed of substances that are listed as approved for NON-FOOD use applications. These colorants are permitted solely for use in pesticide products applied to NON-FOOD use applications such as ornamental plants, highway right-of-ways, rodent control, etc.
Color Sample Title
L81021 Non-Staining* Bright Yellow Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Non Staining Bright Yellow Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Non Staining Bright Yellow Liquid is a bright lemon-yellow liquid colorant specifically designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, laundry products, and nonfood pesticide applications. However, testing in your particular formulation is always recommended. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use with many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 4 to 12• Freeze/Thaw Stability: Excellent
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark yellow liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
D11013X Chromatint® Yellow 0963 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Yellow 0963 Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Yellow 0963 Liquid is a slightly fluorescent yellow colorant designed for use in household & industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, water-based adhesives, and some engine coolants. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 13• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark yellow liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact Us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
D11050A Chromatint® Yellow RS Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Yellow RS Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Yellow RS is a water soluble yellow colorant designed for use in household, industrial, hard surface and multi-purpose cleaners, foaming car wash soaps & waxes, antifreeze, metalworking fluids, and water soluble fertilizers. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 12• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark yellow liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact Us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
D11025X Chromatint® Yellow GS Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
D11025XChromatint® Yellow GS Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Yellow GS Liquid is a water-soluble colorant designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, and may be used in water-soluble fertilizers. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 12• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark amber liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 450 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact Us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
L82000 Non-Staining* Brilliant Orange Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Non Staining Brilliant Orange Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Non Staining Brilliant Orange Liquid is a bright orange liquid colorant specifically designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners,
laundry products, and nonfood pesticide applications. However, testing in your particular formulation is always recommended. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 13• Freeze/Thaw Stability: Good, mix well before using if frozen
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark orange liquid (with a redder shade below pH 4).
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
M93055 Chromatint® Red 1064 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Red 1064 Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Red 1064 Liquid is a red colorant designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaner, and foam car wash and waxes. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 10• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark red liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Tote quantities are available upon request. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
L839001 Non Staining PG Red Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Non Staining PG Red Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Non Staining PG Red Liquid is a dark red liquid colorant specifically designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, laundry products, and nonfood pesticide applications. However, testing in your particular formulation is always recommended. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 13• Freeze/Thaw Stability: Excellent
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark red liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
D93287X Chromatint® Red 1887 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Red 1887 Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Red 1887 Liquid is a fluorescent red colorant designed for use in household and industrial & multipurpose soaps & cleaners, foaming car wash and waxes, metal working fluids, water soluble fertilizers, and water tracing applications. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 12• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark red liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Tote quantities are available upon request. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact Us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
L83045 Non-Staining* Pink AL Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Non-Staining Pink AL Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Non-Staining Pink AL Liquid is a bright pink liquid colorant specifically designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, laundry products, and nonfood pesticide applications. However, testing in your particular formulation is always recommended. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use with many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 12• Freeze/Thaw Stability: Excellent
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark red liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
P65000 Chromatint Blue 3352 Dispersion Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Blue 3352 Dispersion Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Blue 3352 Dispersion is a pigment blue 15:3 resinless dispersion that is formulated with ingredients that are exempted from the requirements of a tolerance when used in accordance with good agricultural practice as inert ingredients, as listed in 40 CFR 180.910, 920, and/or 960. This FIFRA compliant dispersion is used when adding fungicides, insecticides, biologicals, and inoculants to coatings for food use and non-food use seed. Chromatint® Blue 3352 can be used in a wide array of industrial applications including latex-dipping, paint & stains, and graphic arts. Color Sample Features
• Formulated with ingredients that are exempted from the requirements of a tolerance when used in accordance with good agricultural practice as inert ingredients, as listed in 40 CFR 180.910, 920, and/or 960. • Dispersion Type: Resinless
• Light Stability: Masstone: 8, Tint: 8
• Thermal Stability: 390 °F
Color Sample Properties
• Pigment Blue 15:3• For FOOD seeds and NON-FOOD seeds.
Color Sample Packaging
• 450 lb. drums, and tote quantities are available upon request. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
L85015 Non-Staining* Blue HP Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Non Staining Blue HP Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Non Staining Blue HP Liquid is a bright royal blue liquid colorant specifically designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, glass cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, laundry products, and nonfood pesticide applications. However, testing in your particular formulation is always recommended. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use with many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 13• Freeze/Thaw Stability: Excellent
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark blue liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
D95019 Chromatint® Blue 2819 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Blue 2819 Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Blue 2819 Liquid is a bright blue water-soluble colorant designed for use in industrial, hard surface, & multipurpose cleaners, water based adhesives, metal-working fluids, water-soluble fertilizers, laundry products, and glass cleaner. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use with many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 – 13• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark blue liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, and 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact Us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
D16006 Chromatint® Green 0218 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Green 0218 Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Green 0218 Liquid is a water-soluble bluish green colorant designed for use in industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, coolant concentrates, and metal working fluids. Testing in your particular formulation is always recommended. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 13• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark green liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact Us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
M96001 Chromatint® Green 0262 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Green 0262 Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Green 0262 Liquid is a water soluble green colorant designed for a wide range of applications including car wash soaps, household & industrial cleaners, hard surface & multipurpose cleaners, water soluble fertilizers, and metalworking fluids. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 10• Light Stability: Poor
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark green liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lbs. drums and 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
L86000 Non-Staining* Green HMC Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Non Staining Green HMC Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Non Staining Green HMC Liquid is a bright green liquid colorant designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, laundry products, and nonfood pesticide applications. However, testing in your particular formulation is always recommended. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 9• Freeze/Thaw Stability: Excellent
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark green liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Inquire about L86028 NON-STAINING GREEN 101 LIQUID in Europe.
Color Sample Title
D96183 Chromatint® Green 1568 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Pyranine 1568 Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Pyranine 1568 Liquid is a bright fluorescent green colorant designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, soaps, & detergents, and water-based adhesives. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use in many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants.• Physical Appearance: Dark green liquid
• Stable In Alkaline Environments
Color Sample Properties
• pH > 7 to fluoresce• Water Soluble
• Used for ClearVision GluCheck Systems.
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, and 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
D96014 Chromatint® Green 0264 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Green 0264 Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Green 0264 Liquid is a water soluble green colorant designed for a wide range of applications including household & industrial cleaners, hard surface & multipurpose cleaners, water based adhesives, windshield washer fluid, water soluble fertilizers, and de-icing materials. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use with many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 – 10• Light Stability: Fair
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark green liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lbs. drums and 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
L84000A Non-Staining* Violet LS Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Non Staining Violet LS Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Non Staining Violet LS Liquid is a bright violet liquid colorant specifically designed for use in household and industrial cleaners, hard surface cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, laundry products, portable toilet products, and nonfood pesticide applications. However, testing in your particular formulation is always recommended. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use with many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 to 9• Freeze/Thaw Stability: Excellent
• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Dark violet liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
Color Sample Title
D98032 Chromatint® Black 2232 Liquid Color Sample Subtitle
Chromatint® Black 2232 Liquid Main Description of Color Sample
Chromatint® Black 2232 Liquid is a water soluble black colorant designed for a wide range of applications including household & industrial cleaners, hard surface & multipurpose cleaners, pond dyes, water based adhesives, and water soluble fertilizers. Color Sample Features
• Easy to use with many fragrances, preservatives, and surfactants. Color Sample Properties
• pH Stability: 2 – 12• Water Soluble
• Physical Appearance: Black liquid
Color Sample Packaging
• 475 lb. drums, 250 lb. drums, and 40 lb. pails. Color Sample More Info
• Testing in your particular formulation is recommended.• Contact us for a sample.
* Non-staining to skin, most fabrics and nonporous surfaces.
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