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Colour Index Code
PR179
Perylene Maroon
- Chemistry
- Perylene
- Origin
- Synthetic organic.
- History
- A deep maroon; transparent and very lightfast.
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic.
Perylene Maroon (PR179) is Perylene. In our watercolour range it is transparent, yes granulation, excellent lightfastness.
- Transparency
- Transparent
- Granulation
- YES
- Staining
- High
- Lightfastness
- Excellent
PR179: Questions & Answers
What is PR179?
PR179 (Perylene Maroon) is Perylene. Synthetic organic..
What is the chemistry of PR179?
PR179 is Perylene.
Is PR179 toxic?
Non-toxic.
Is PR179 lightfast?
In the Michael Harding range, colours using PR179 are rated excellent for lightfastness.
Is PR179 transparent or opaque?
PR179 is transparent.
Does PR179 granulate?
In watercolour, PR179 is granulating.
Which Michael Harding colours use PR179?
PR179 appears in 2 Michael Harding colours: Perrindo Maroon, Perrindo Maroon.
Michael Harding colours using PR179
2 colours across both rangesLightfastness: ExcellentOil Colours containing PR179
1 colour
Watercolours containing PR179
1 colour
| Colour | Medium | Transparency | Lightfastness | Granulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perrindo Maroon No. 316 | Oil | Transparent | Excellent | — |
| Perrindo Maroon W306 | Watercolour | Transparent | Very Good | YES |
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