Red Lead Oxides

Red Lead Oxides The goodwill, we have gained in the market is due to our effective range of Red Lead Oxides which is accurately formulated under the strict supervision of our industry experts. Owing to the properties such as precise pH value, longer shelf life and accurate compositions, this red lead is highly demanded by our clients. We offer this red lead in different packaging options as per the needs of the clients. It is widely used in making paints which is further applicable for the protection of iron and steel from rusting. It is also used in making lead glass and red pigments, we assure our clients that this range of Red Lead Oxides is stringently monitored on various parameters. Specifications: Red Lead is a bright red to orange, red powder. Red Lead is Lead tetra oxide, Pb3O4, a water-insoluble compound that is prepared by the oxidation of metallic Lead or of litharge (Lead monoxide). The commercial product sometimes contains litharge as an impurity. Red Lead primer is one of the oldest and most commonly used anti-corrosion pigments applied to metal surfaces. Orange-red in color, Red Lead forms the prime coat for most of the largest bridges in the world. Red Lead is also used as primer for most of the intricate steel structures of buildings built in the 20th century. Resistant to even salt water, red Lead was liberally applied to the hulls and decks of millions of ships. Typically, 85% red lead (Lead concentration = 85%) was applied to these steel surfaces. Later, Red Lead primers containing as much as 95% to 98% Lead were used.