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Synthetic Alizarin Lake

PR83:1

Pigment Description

Synthetic Alizarin Lake. This is a less commonly listed variation of Alizarin Crimson, however artiscreation.com posits that perhaps actually it is this variety that is often found in tubes labeled PR83.

A similar health warning to that on PR83 would likely apply here. Though it is a lesser-known hazard, chemically, both artificial and natural alizarins are actually incredibly similar to cancer-causing anthraquinones. It may also cause allergies. Monona Rossol's work on pigments contains more information.

Resources

Stats

Lightfastness

Poor

See notes on Alizarin Crimson, PR83.

Transparency

Transparent

Toxicity

Potential Hazard, Use more caution

Bears similarity to cancer-causing anthraquinones. While acute toxicity is thought to be low, may cause allergies. Monona Rossol's pigment datasheets, available on request, contain more information. Treat all pigments and paints with studio safety protocols.

Oil Content

Some sources say high, but by volume it may only be medium-high.

By volume it seems to be medium-high. More details can be found here and here

Chemical Name

Synthetic Anthraquinone on Alumina Base, 1,2-dihydroxy anthraquinone lake

Dry Pigments listing PR83:1

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