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Our latest development · 2026–2027

CTA Series

NEW ERA OF PEARL METALLIC EFFECTS

The CTA Series is ChemTech's new generation of artificial mica-based pearlescent pigments — our latest development for 2026–2027. Produced on modern equipment using advanced artificial mica, CTA pigments deliver brighter effects, higher purity and greater creative freedom, at natural-mica economics.

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Why we built it

Pearlescent pigments stood still. We didn't.

For decades, pearlescent pigments changed very little. While technologies advanced and market expectations evolved, effect pigments often remained the same.

The CTA Series introduces a new generation of artificial mica-based pearlescent pigments designed to deliver brighter effects, higher purity and greater creative freedom. Produced on modern equipment using advanced artificial mica, they bring exceptional visual effects to any project.

Features of the CTA Series

  • Artificial mica quality at natural mica economics
  • Made from renewable resources
  • Consistent quality from batch to batch
  • Exceptionally pure colours
  • Brighter, cleaner and more metallic effects
  • Available from stock
  • Fast customisation on request
  • Free from microplastics

Customer benefits

  • Premium effects without premium costs
  • Supports sustainability goals and ESG initiatives
  • Stable final product quality
  • High colour clarity in end products
  • Enhanced shine and metallic effects
  • Fast sample and order fulfilment
  • Smooth integration into existing formulations
  • Full compliance with market regulations
Product groups

Four colour worlds, 18 grades

Additional product groups, as well as new grades within existing ones, are under continuous development.

White Luminescence

White Luminescence — pigment powder

Ultra-pure, bright and modern white pearlescent pigments. Engineered from high-purity artificial mica, the products deliver:

  • exceptional whiteness
  • clean, refined sparkle
  • outstanding resistance to yellowing
Photo Product code Effect Particle size Docs
CTA110 LumaCloud White <15 μm SDS / TDS
CTA120 LumaSnow White 5–25 μm SDS / TDS
CTA123 LumaFrost White 5–30 μm SDS / TDS
CTA173 LumaIcy White 10–40 μm SDS / TDS
CTA100 LumaPure White 10–60 μm SDS / TDS
CTA103 LumaSilver White 10–60 μm SDS / TDS
CTA101 LumaPearl White 10–60 μm SDS / TDS
CTA140 LumaGlow White 20–80 μm SDS / TDS
CTA150 LumaCrystal White 10–100 μm SDS / TDS

Silver Stellar

Silver Stellar — pigment powder

Brilliant white pearlescent pigments with strong visual impact, metallic brilliance and vivid silver iridescence. Engineered from high-quality artificial mica, the materials deliver:

  • exceptional whiteness
  • high brilliance and metallic effect
  • vivid iridescent silver shimmer
Product code Effect Particle size Docs
CTA82 StellarSatin Silver 5–30 μm SDS / TDS
CTA83 StellarBright Silver 10–60 μm SDS / TDS
CTA85 StellarBrilliant Silver 10–100 μm SDS / TDS
Available pigment forms

From loose powder to dust-free versions

Every ChemTech pearlescent pigment is available in several formats, including wetted anti-dusting versions engineered for clean, safe handling — a unique part of our production.

Loose Powder — pigment form

Loose Powder

standard dry pigment, universal application

PG Powder — pigment form

PG Powder

wetted, universal application

Aqua Powder — pigment form

Aqua Powder

wetted, for water-based systems

DS Powder — pigment form

DS Powder

wetted, for plastics

Anti-dusting technology

With our anti-dusting technology, our pearlescent pigments offer clear advantages:

  • a cleaner production environment
  • greater care for production team members' health and safety
  • easy, seamless integration into your formulations
Guidelines for sample requests

How to request CTA samples

1 · Your industry

Paints & Coatings · Plastics · Printing Inks · Paper & Packaging · Lifestyle & Design · Other

2 · Required pigment forms

Loose Powder · PG Powder · Aqua Powder · DS Powder

3 · Necessary quantity

Laboratory sample: 100–200 g. Industrial sample: 500–1000 g. Other quantities — specify in your request

Send your request to marketing@chemtech.global. After submission, you will be connected with a Technical Sales Manager who will support you at every stage of pigment integration into your formulation. We ensure fast sample processing and expert support throughout your evaluation process.

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Certified quality

Certified management systems, REACH-compliant products, documentation for every grade. View certificates →

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