Composition, Metal Effect Pigments, and Method for Producing Metal Effect Pigments

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This patent describes a composition containing a base material and uniquely shaped metal effect pigments with three-dimensional forms such as cubes, pyramids with triangular surfaces, or tetrahedrons. It also discloses the methods for producing these pigments using metals or metal-coated polymer cores, utilizing processes like rolling, casting, or machining to achieve the defined shapes. The resulting pigments can be used in paints, coatings, or plastics to enhance metallic visual effects.

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• Automotive paints and finishes for enhanced metallic appearance
• Decorative and protective coatings for consumer electronics and appliances
• Plastics used in injection molding or extrusion to add metallic effects to consumer goods
• Printing inks with metallic effects for packaging, security, or branding
• Architectural coatings for buildings and interior design
• Cosmetic products requiring unique metallic shines

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• Provides improved and distinctive metallic visual effects compared to traditional pigments
• Enables more vibrant, multi-angle reflective properties due to precise three-dimensional shapes
• Offers versatility in application, compatible with paints, coatings, inks, and plastics
• Allows the use of various metals and alloys to tailor color and reflectivity
• Production methods support large-scale manufacturing and reproducibility
• Potential for innovative designs in consumer products and packaging through enhanced aesthetics

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Patent Abstract

The disclosure relates to a composition containing a base material and metal effect pigments (1) contained in the base material, wherein the metal effect pigments (1) are provided with a three dimensional shape selected from the following group: cube, pyramid having triangular outer surfaces, and tetrahedron. Furthermore, metal effect pigments (1) and a method for producing metal effect pigments (1) are provided.