Cobalt Yellow (Aureolin)

potassium cobaltinitrite

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 Has a mustardy top tone but a vivid golden undertone. This is an excellent glazing color. One of the only transparent yellows that is reliably light fast. Mixes slightly to the greenish.
Pigment Classification:
Synthetic Inorganic

Availability
Opacity:
transparent

R&F Encaustics
regular size
Lightfastness:
I

R&F Pigment Sticks
small and large size
Color Index Name:
PY 40
Pigment Stick Drying Rate:
1 - Very Fast

CONTAINS COBALT WHICH CAN CAUSE CANCER BY INGESTION. (Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure). Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause irritation and dermatitis.

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