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Changing the way you think about color

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WOOD COATINGS OvervIeW ............................... 1-3 TeCHNICAL DATA GUIDeS NerosolTM Liquid Dyes......................................... 4-5 KeyfastTM Spirit Solvent-Soluble Powder Dyes ....... 6-7 KeysperseTM WPN Pigment Dispersions ............... 8-9 NeroTintTM Pigment Dispersions .............................. 9 KeYSTONe LIqUID DYe, PIGMeNT & DISPerSION PLANT SPeCIAL OvervIeW ............................. 10
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Color Solutions For Wood Coatings

A MOrE INNOvATIvE COLOr PALETTE

In the global marketplace of wood coatings, color is what makes a product stand out and be noticed. Color delivers a message of vitality, functionality and individuality all in one glance. At KeystoneTM, we help you achieve maximum success and profit through the use of color. Our palette includes over 150 dyes and pigments for all types of coatings applications. You benefit from the expertise of the industrys premier technical laboratory, with application and color specialists and other professionals who consistently formulate new ideas and solutions. Let our application expertise help you meet your most critical demands. Whether you need wood coating stains and dispersions, or direct to metal coatings, you can count on Keystone for the colorants, dyes and pigments and the specialized intelligence to bring your products to their full potential. Keystone has engineered and debuted an exciting new environmentally friendly zero-VOC line of pigment dispersions called NeroTint TM. This enables our customers to achieve great exterior lightfastness in wood coatings while incorporating incredible wood penetration from this innovative submicron stain technology.

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Color Solutions For Wood Coatings

A MOrE INNOvATIvE INfrASTrUCTUrE

The global requirements for utilizing dyes and pigments in wood coatings go beyond the understanding of proper selection and application. They also include the need for regulatory compliance and supply chain support in both domestic and international markets. Keystone has a worldwide framework in place to ensure that all products meet the complex compliance regulations of reACH, eINeCS, FDA and more. And we maintain distribution channels and warehouses in the U.S., europe, Asia and Latin America, so products are readily available wherever and whenever needed. Our global technical sales support team not only provides local and regional access to information and products, but also a worldwide communication network for fast response to questions and changes in market demand. Keystone can help you coordinate your regulatory, technical and commercial needs by utilizing our global databases and international management team.

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D Y E S F O R W O O D C O AT I N G S

N E r O S O L TM L I Q U I D D Y E S
NerosolTM concentrates are specially selected dyes formulated into a solution with glycol ether solvents. They are particularly well suited for the coloration of wood and wood-related finishes and coatings due to the following properties: > Excellent dye lightfastness* > High color strength > Easy to use > Low viscosity > Compatibility in a wide range of solvents > Fast drying
NEROSOL

Nerosol Yellow 2GN* 830-540-43 Lightfastness 5-6 Nerosol Yellow R 830-502-43 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Orange GX 530-503-41 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Red GX 630-501-44 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Red B 630-502-44 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Bordeaux V 630-452-44 Lightfastness 5-6 Nerosol Violet B 730-409-43 Lightfastness 5 Nerosol Royal Blue R* 230-501-42 Lightfastness 4-5 Nerosol Navy N 230-502-43 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Sap Green D* 430-450-43 Lightfastness 5 Nerosol Golden Brown Y 330-451-42 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Brown 4GLM 330-506-41 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Brown 4RM 330-504-45 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Dark Brown 2R 330-503-43 Lightfastness 6-7
NEROSOL US

Nerosol Dark Brown Y 330-452-42 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Black J 130-502-43 Lightfastness 7
NEROSOL CRN

LIGHTFASTNESS* Most Nerosol dyes are made with a metal-complex group reacted to the dye molecule. The exceptions are noted with an asterisk. The metal-complex group significantly improves the lightfastness or resistance to fade of the product as compared to other dyes. The fastness ratings are included on the Nerosol shade card. Although Nerosols have excellent lightfastness relative to dyes, they generally do not possess the fastness properties of pigments and therefore are not recommended for exterior paint and coatings applications. Also, variation in wood, over-coats such as lacquers and varnishes, and the use of UV absorbers and inhibitors can significantly alter actual lightfastness performance. The lightfastness ratings are intended to serve as a guide for relative analysis only. COLOR STRENGTH Nerosol dyes are true solutions, not dispersions, and therefore have very little or no filterable solid matter. However, they are high-strength concentrates with typical dye content of 2035% relative to pure powder. The actual dye content may vary, as the product is quality controlled for color strength and not for solids content. EASE OF USE / LOW VISCOSITY Nerosol dyes are readily pourable, easily pumped liquid concentrates that quickly and completely dissolve in the intended solvent systems. SOLVENT COMPATIBILITY All Nerosol dyes have good compatibility with a wide variety of solvents. They have complete solubility with alcohols, glycols, glycol ethers and water. Additionally, they can be used in conjunction with formulations containing ketone, ester and aromatic solvents. When using ketone and ester solvents, some alcohol or glycol ether should be incorporated into the formulation to help stabilize the dye solution. We recommend a minimum of 15-20% alcohol or glycol ether in this case. In solvent recipes containing aromatic or aliphatic solvents, an alcohol or glycol ether solvent must be present in the formulation in higher concentrations than any combination of aromatic or aliphatic solvent. Ideally, there should be a 2:1 ratio of alcohol or glycol ether solvent in the formulation relative to the amount of aliphatic or aromatic solvent in order to maintain the dye in solution and prevent precipitation, seeding or color loss.

Wood stained with Nerosol dyes generally will not bleed when over-coated with most water-free finishes. In some cases, however, the dye may be attacked by particularly acidic or alkaline components of a finish, potentially resulting in color shift or color loss. This applies also in the case of peroxide containing finishes (polyesters). It is therefore always recommended that tests be conducted in the laboratory to determine suitability of the dye / stain recipes with particular resin over-coat. FAST DRYING / FLASH POINT Nerosol dyes are relatively fast drying, yet they have been formulated with flash points that allow them to be shipped as non-flammable in accordance with IATA and U.S. DOT regulations. Nerosol US (Universal System) dyes are formulated in lower-flash solvent and glycol ether systems for added flexibility in final coating and finishes recipes. They are labeled as flammable. Nerosol CRN dyes are high-flash formulations developed for global requirements. They can be shipped and labeled as non-flammable, and they are the same shade and strength as the Nerosol US Series. STORAGE STABILITY At room temperature and when kept sealed in original containers, Nerosol dyes should remain stable for a minimum of one year. If the dyes are exposed to prolonged cold or freezing conditions, some gelling or precipitation of the dye may occur. This can generally be reversed by heating the dye to approximately 100F (38C) and applying agitation.

Nerosol Yellow CRN 830-502-48 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Orange CRN 530-501-48 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Red CRN 630-502-48 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Bordeaux CRN 630-452-48 Lightfastness 5-6 Nerosol Brown CRN 330-503-48 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Black CRN 130-502-48 Lightfastness 7

Nerosol Yellow US 830-502-49 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Orange US 530-501-49 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Red US 630-502-49 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Bordeaux US 630-452-49 Lightfastness 5-6 Nerosol Brown US 330-503-49 Lightfastness 6-7 Nerosol Black US 130-502-49 Lightfastness 7 Dye Concentration: 20 g/L; 5-1/3 oz./gal.
* Lightfastness Most Nerosol dyes are made with a metal-complex group reacted to the dye molecule. The exceptions are noted with an asterisk.
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The information provided above regarding the application of Nerosol dyes is of a general nature. The data are not intended as specifications and, as mentioned previously, laboratory tests should always be conducted to determine compatibility and suitability of the dyes in the users particular formulation. Wide variations of recipes, application methods and wood used from customer to customer mean that the information is intended as a guide only. Generally, however, Nerosol dyes are suitable for all types of softwood and hardwood commonly used in the furniture and flooring industry. They are effective in coloring difficult hardwoods, such as beech, evenly. Wood stains produced using Nerosol dyes may be applied in a variety of ways, including by spray, roller, wiping and dip processes typically used.

Nerosol Brown MM 330-502-43 Lightfastness 6-7

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D Y E S F O R W O O D C O AT I N G S

K E Y f A S T TM S P I r I T S O L v E N T - S O L U B L E P O W D E r D Y E S
KeyfastTM Spirit dyes are brilliant, organic metal-complex dyes with good solubility in cellosolve and many other solvents. They are particularly suitable for the production of transparent and relatively lightfast shades in foil coatings, wood stains, general coatings and printing ink applications.
Methyl Iso Butyl Ketone (MIBK) Solubility (Grams / Liter)* Resistance to Chemicals and Foodstuffs

Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)

Water 80C 30 Min.

Diacetone Alcohol

Butter / Margarine

Ethyl Cellosolve

Cyclohexanone

Ethyl Acetate

Lightfastness

Caustic Soda

Acetic Acid

Acetone

Solubility (Grams / Liter)* Methyl Iso Butyl Ketone (MIBK)

Resistance to Chemicals and Foodstuffs Product Name

Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)

Product Code / Color Index Name

Coconut Oil

Toluene

Ethanol

Keyfast Spirit Red BL

Water 80C 30 Min. Diacetone Alcohol Butter / Margarine Ethyl Cellosolve Cyclohexanone Ethyl Acetate Lightfastness Caustic Soda

606-122-52 B/S SR 122 606-127-50 SR 127

250

200

200

50

200

300

100

Trace

60

Acetic Acid

Product Name

Product Code / Color Index Name

Coconut Oil

Acetone

Toluene

Ethanol

Keyfast Spirit Yellow 4G

806-042-50 SY 42

30

20

50

100

250

100

190

220

50

3-4

4-5

Cheese

Soap

Keyfast Spirit Magenta RBS

20

20

25

20

100

100

100

Trace

75

3-4

4-5

3-4

4-5

4-5

5 Keyfast Spirit Black X-51 106-027-50 SB 27 250 200 250 100 350 400 140 Trace 100 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 4

Keyfast Spirit Yellow 2RLS

806-062-50 SY 62

50

50

100

25

300

250

50

Trace

125

4-5

5 Keyfast Spirit Black KR 106-029-55 SB 29 200 150 250 50 300 350 200 Trace 50 5-6 5 5 5 5 5 5 4

Keyfast Spirit Yellow 2GN

806-082-50 SY 82

50

200

250

150

400

400

100

50

100

6-7

4-5

5 Keyfast Spirit Black RBL 106-034-50 SB 34 200 150 250 60 350 350 100 Trace 150 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 4

Keyfast Spirit Golden Yellow 3R

806-404-50 Proprietary Blend 506-062-50 SO 62

50

200

250

150

400

400

100

30

175

5 Keyfast Spirit Blue 6G-SS 206-070-50 SB 70 120 75 150 30 250 150 200 Trace 50 6 5 3-4 3-4 3-4 5 3-4 5

Keyfast Spirit Orange RSE

75

50

150

20

150

150

50

Trace

50

5 Keyfast Spirit Blue 3R 206-412-50 Proprietary Blend 206-403-50 Proprietary Blend 306-401-50 Proprietary Blend 306-402-51 Proprietary Blend 200 50-70 25 10 </=199 20 10 <10 200 2-3 4-5 4-5 4 5 4 5 4-5

Keyfast Spirit Orange RLN

506-438-50 SO 99

250

200

275

50

300

425

75

Trace

75

Keyfast Spirit Royal Blue

100

50

120

20

200

150

200

Trace

50

5-6

3-4

3-4

3-4

4-5

Keyfast Spirit Red 2BK 606-008-50 SR 8 Keyfast Spirit Fire Red GLS 606-089-50 SR 89

200

200

200

50

200

300

100

Trace

75

3-4

Keyfast Spirit Brown 2RM

240

175

250

50

300

250

100

Trace

75

2-3

4-5

150

50

400

20

400

350

20

Trace

200

2-3

4 Keyfast Spirit Dark Brown 5R 250 175 250 50 300 250 100 Trace 75 6 4-5 4-5 4-5 2-3 4-5 3-4 5

Keyfast Spirit Fire Red G

606-119-50 SR 119

100

50

200

20

200

200

20

Trace

150

4 Keyfast Spirit Green GL 406-402-50 Proprietary Blend 175 100 125 100 250 150 100 Trace 75 5-6 5 4 4-5 2-3 5 5 5

Keyfast Spirit Red KL

606-122-50 Y/S SR 122

300

250

200

50

200

300

100

Trace

75

Keyfast Spirit Green BL 406-406-50 Proprietary Blend

175

100

125

100

250

150

100

Trace

75

5-6

4-5

2-3

*These gram / liter solubility figures are certainly best case statistics and depending on your specific solvent quality, solvent mix formulation and powder dye moisture conditions, these numbers may vary. Please consult your Keystone technical representative with questions regarding your specific applications and needs.

*These gram / liter solubility figures are certainly best case statistics and depending on your specific solvent quality, solvent mix formulation and powder dye moisture conditions, these numbers may vary. Please consult your Keystone technical representative with questions regarding your specific applications and needs.

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Cheese

Soap

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K E Y S P E r S E TM W P N P I G M E N T D I S P E r S I O N S
KeysperseTM WPN pigment dispersions are aqueous, resin-based dispersions designed for use in wood coatings and other surface-coloring industrial applications. These products are formulated for both spray and wiping applications. Keysperse WPN dispersions are: > VOC free > Transparent > Sprayable or rollable > Formulated for great penetration into multiple species of wood without raising the grain > Acrylic resin based > Compatible with acetone > Designed with high-performance pigments

Product Name

Product Code

Typical Properties* Pigment Total Solids Wt. / Gallon pH Pigment %

Keysperse Yellow GS-WPN

810-293-44

Yellow 93

25.3%

8.89

8.0-10.0

~14%

Keysperse Yellow RS-WPN

Typical Properties*

810-483-44

Yellow 83

29.1%

8.98

8.0-10.0

~22%

Product Name

Product Code

Pigment

Total Solids

Wt. / Gallon

pH

Pigment %

Keysperse White WPN

910-206-44

White 6

44.9%

10.8

8.0-10.0

~27%

Keysperse Black WPN

110-207-44

Black 7

30.6%

9.1

8.0-10.0

~23%
*Not to be considered as exact measurements.

Keysperse Blue WPN

210-415-44

Blue 15:3

34.7%

9.36

8.0-10.0

~23%

Keysperse Brown WPN

310-223-44

Brown 23

31.0%

8.97

8.0-10.0

~10% D I S P E R S I O N S F O R W O O D C O AT I N G S

Keysperse Raw Sienna WPN

310-507-44

Pigment Yellow 43

44.7%

10.2

8.0-10.0

~35%

N E r O T I N T TM P I G M E N T D I S P E r S I O N S
Keystone NeroTintTM products are aqueous, non-vOC (U.S. compliant), high-performance pigment dispersions engineered for wood coatings. The NeroTint line has been formulated to provide excellent transparency, high gloss, and uniform color in both spray and wiping applications. These products are formulated with high-performance pigments, milled to very fine standards for ease of wood penetration, and are exceptionally clean and transparent, as well as very miscible in water systems.

Keysperse Oxide Brown WPN

310-517-44

Iron Oxide Mixture

44.7%

10.16

8.0-10.0

~35%

Keysperse Burnt Sienna WPN

310-527-44

Red 102

44.7%

11.02

8.0-10.0

~35%

Product Name

Product Code

Pigment

Chemistry

Product Name

Product Code

Pigment

Chemistry

NeroTint Y/S Red Keysperse Green WPN 410-207-44 Green 7 33.2% 9.58 8.0-10.0 ~26% NeroTint B/S Red Keysperse Red BS-WPN 610-223-44 Red 23 31.4% 8.91 8.0-10.0 ~24% NeroTint Oxide Brown 610-321-44 Red 214 24.4% 8.93 8.0-10.0 ~13%

610-421-22

Pigment Red 221 Pigment Red 23 Pigment Brown 6 Pigment Brown 23 Pigment Yellow 43

Azo Red

NeroTint Burnt Sienna

310-527-22

Pigment Burnt Sienna Brown 7 Pigment Yellow 83 Pigment Yellow 93 Pigment White 6 Pigment Black 7

Oxide Pigment

610-423-22

Naphthol Red NeroTint R/S Yellow Oxide Van Dyke Brown Naphthalenecarboxamide Oxide Pigment NeroTint Black 110-407-22 Carbon Black 810-483-22 Azo Yellow

310-417-22

NeroTint G/S Yellow

810-493-22

Azo Yellow

Keysperse Red YS-WPN

NeroTint Brown

310-423-22

NeroTint White

910-406-22

Titanium White

*Not to be considered as exact measurements.

NeroTint Raw Sienna

310-507-22

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KEYSTONE LIQUID DYE, PIGMENT & DISPErSION PLANT

In 2002, Keystone opened operations at a new liquid dye and pigment dispersion plant in Inman, SC, to expand our product line portfolio for inks, coatings and other markets. Since 2002, the plant has added new milling and grinding capacity for submicron dispersion production and upgraded the laboratory and office facilities in response to the needs of customers in these industry segments. We produce a wide range of both aqueous and solvent-based pigment dispersions and work closely with customers in developing unique and custom-made products for specific application requirements.

INMAN, SC, PLANT PRODUCT LINES The Keystone PIGMeNT DISPerSIONS LINeS produced at Inman include: > Keyvinyl vinyl solvent dispersions > Keygloss RF acrylic solvent dispersions > Keygloss RS / SS nitro dispersions > Keysperse HP water acrylic organic colors and oxide dispersions > Keysperse WPN water acrylic dispersions > Keyfine UFD submicron water surfactant dispersions > NeroTint zero-vOC and submicron-based surfactant dispersions The Keystone LIqUID DYe LINeS produced at Inman include: > Nerosol aqueous-based metal-complex concentrates > Keyazine basic dyes > Keyfast Spirit custom liquid solvent-soluble dyes

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Color Solutions For Wood Coatings

A MOrE INNOvATIvE KEYSTONE

Keystone understands color. Color and color application is our only business, and we have more than 90 years of experience we can share. Dyes and pigments are complex raw materials, and we excel at making them work in many varied applications, plus providing the support to deliver your color message and product to markets around the world. Take advantage of our world-class expertise in the world of color. Contact us today and let us know how we can help meet your challenges.
Chicago, IL Phoenix, AZ Inman, SC

Huddersfield, U.K.

Shanghai, China

Keystones laboratory carries more than 90 years of collective color knowledge. We pride ourselves on utilizing this knowledge in a collaborative partnership with our customers own expertise, thus bringing the performance level of our customers final product to the next generation.
Sao Paulo, Brazil Buenos Aires, Argentina Singapore

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For more information on custom solutions, contact your Keystone representative.

> As a Keystone customer, you will have direct access to professionals who can answer technical questions and provide timely assistance, as well as samples of our dyes, technical specifications and formulating assistance. > In addition to supplying a complete and comprehensive line of colorants, we are committed to providing you with the best technical information available.

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DISCLAIMER: These data were obtained by testing according to our methods, with any necessary test deviations. Other test methods may give different results. Incoming evaluations by the customer are therefore unconditionally recommended. The use and application of our colorants and information included is without any warranty, whether expressed or implied, verbal or written. No statements of recommendation contained in this product literature are to be construed as inducement to infringe on any relevant patent now or hereafter in existence.
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Suggested testing of products must include testing to determine suitability from a technical as well as health, safety, workplace and environmental standpoints. Such testing has not necessarily been done by Keystone Aniline Corporation. Keystone Aniline Corporation disclaims any liability, in negligence or otherwise, incurred in connection with the use of our products and information. Keystone Aniline Corporation neither assumes nor authorizes any representative or other person to assume for it any obligation or liability. The shades illustrated in this brochure are designed to impart a general idea of the color characteristics of each dye, not a guarantee of how the dye will look in a particular formulation. Variations in formulations and application will affect the dye performance properties. Samples of our dyes are available upon request for testing and approval. Copyright 2012 Keystone Aniline Corporation TB 291

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