--- product_id: 68021602 title: "Professional Aluminum Anodizing Pigment Dyes | Yellow 4A | Light to Rich Yellow | Powder Concentrate Makes 7.6 Liters or 2 Gallons" brand: "interactivia" price: "R769" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 4 category: "Interactivia" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/68021602-professional-aluminum-anodizing-pigment-dyes-yellow-4a-light-to-rich store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Lightfastness rating 5-6 UV resistant 80mL powder makes 7.6L dye bath RoHS compliant, made in USA Professional Aluminum Anodizing Pigment Dyes | Yellow 4A | Light to Rich Yellow | Powder Concentrate Makes 7.6 Liters or 2 Gallons **Brand:** interactivia **Price:** R769 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate Aluminum with Butter Yellow Brilliance—Dye Like a Pro, Shine Like a Boss! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Professional Aluminum Anodizing Pigment Dyes | Yellow 4A | Light to Rich Yellow | Powder Concentrate Makes 7.6 Liters or 2 Gallons by interactivia - **How much does it cost?** R769 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/68021602-professional-aluminum-anodizing-pigment-dyes-yellow-4a-light-to-rich) ## Best For - interactivia enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted interactivia brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Maximize Your Dye Bath:** One compact 80mL powder bottle activates into a full 7.6L (2 gallons) of vibrant anodizing dye—efficiency meets creativity. - • **Precision Color Control:** Customize your shade from pale to rich butter yellow by adjusting anodizing time—engineer your perfect finish every time. - • **UV-Resistant Brilliance:** Enjoy long-lasting, fade-resistant yellow hues with a strong lightfastness rating of 5-6, perfect for professional-grade anodized aluminum. - • **Eco-Friendly & Compliant:** RoHS certified and made in the USA, this dye supports sustainable anodizing practices without compromising on quality. - • **Shelf Life That Works for You:** Powder form ensures a 5-10 year dry shelf life, while activated dye stays potent for up to 1 year—always ready when inspiration strikes. ## Overview INTERACTIVIA's Butter Yellow 4A is a professional-grade anodizing pigment dye in powder form, designed exclusively for aluminum. Each 80mL bottle activates into 7.6 liters of dye bath, delivering vibrant, customizable yellow shades with excellent UV resistance (lightfastness 5-6). Packaged in UV-protective bottles, it offers a dry shelf life of up to 10 years and activated use for 1 year. RoHS compliant and made in the USA, this dye ensures consistent, repeatable results for durable, corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum surfaces favored by professionals. ## Description READ SDS SHEET PRIOR TO HANDLING AVOID INHALATION, INGESTION, EYE AND SKIN CONTACT KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Butter Yellow - Yellow 4A is an anodizing dye. Use Butter Yellow only on aluminum. It is not intended for use on any other metals or materials. Butter Yellow - Yellow 4A can change its shade depending on how the thickness of the anodizing surface and the duration of time in the dye bath. It can be a pale grayish yellow if you do a shorter anodizing cycle. For a longer duration in the anodizing bath and in the dye bath, Butter Yellow - Yellow 4A will look like rich, butter yellow. Make sure to seal with our MT-90 Nickel Acetate sealer directly after dye bath. Butter Yellow - Yellow 4A is RoHS compliant. Specs on Butter Yellow - Yellow 4A Concentration:The 80 mL bottle makes 7.6 L (2 gal.) pH - 5.3-6.2 Raise with ammonium hydroxide, lower with acetic acid. Temp: 120-140°F. Light Fastness: 5-6 (Lightfastness describes how resistant the dye is to fading when exposed to UV light. 1-8, 8 being exceptional and long lasting under UV light.) Time: 3-10 minutes depending on saturation preference. Experiment with your metal and techniques to achieve your desired shade.When all procedures are followed carefully, anodizing is environmentally friendly. Anodizing is an electrochemical conversion process. Anodizing changes the outer surface of the aluminum. Anodized aluminum has different characteristics than raw aluminum. Some characteristics of anodized aluminum include durability and weight. (It’s lighter weight than stainless steel but the anodized surface provides a tough surface like steel.) The process of “anodization” creates a thick oxide layer. This thick oxide layer makes it hard, quite scratch resistant and improves its corrosion resistance. It is easier to clean than raw aluminum. Because of its porous nature, anodizing makes it possible to dye the aluminum many colors. Review: Excellent results! - If you follow the proper steps for Anodizing the Aluminum part 1st & follow up using the Nickel Acetate Sealer the company sells, you can get EXCELLENT RESULTS! Review: Machinist opinion - Works good ## Features - All instructions and key dye features are labeled on the bottle for easy reference, including a color swatch. - Packaged in a UV protective bottle to ensure a long and stable shelf-life of unused dye. - THIS DYE IS SHIPPED IN POWDER FORM TO INCREASE SHELF LIFE. Standard dry shelf life is 5-10 years. TO ACTIVATE COLOR: Open canister. Fill with distilled water to half an inch (12mm) from the opening of the canister. Close canister tightly. Shake well for 30 seconds. Once activated, use product within 1 year. - Store in a cool, dry location for longevity. Once activated, this 80 mL / 2.7 oz bottle makes 7.6 liters (or 2 gallons) of anodizing dye bath. This dye has very fast uptake and is stable in saturation. - Dyes are RoSH compliant and made in the USA. Professional anodizing dye with repeatable consistent colors. Create bright, bold colors on anodized aluminum surfaces. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07CSZDZ3X | | Best Sellers Rank | #144,452 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #342 in Fabric Dyes | | Brand | INTERACTIVIA | | Brand Name | INTERACTIVIA | | Color | Light to Dark Yellow | | Compatible Material | Aluminum | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 24 Reviews | | Industry Standard Identifier | Made in the USA | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Weight | 0.04 kg | | Manufacturer | Anodizing Dye | | Manufacturer Part Number | AN80USSY4A | | Model Number | AN80USSY4A | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Unit Count | 257 Fluid Ounces | ## Product Details - **Brand:** INTERACTIVIA - **Color:** Light to Dark Yellow - **Compatible Material:** Aluminum - **Item Form:** Powder - **Item Weight:** 0.04 kg ## Images ![Professional Aluminum Anodizing Pigment Dyes | Yellow 4A | Light to Rich Yellow | Powder Concentrate Makes 7.6 Liters or 2 Gallons - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NKN0HHWQL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent results! *by Z***G on April 29, 2024* If you follow the proper steps for Anodizing the Aluminum part 1st & follow up using the Nickel Acetate Sealer the company sells, you can get EXCELLENT RESULTS! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Machinist opinion *by D***D on March 29, 2024* Works good ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by E***N on October 16, 2021* ## Frequently Bought Together - Professional Aluminum Anodizing Pigment Dyes | Yellow 4A | Light to Rich Yellow | Powder Concentrate Makes 7.6 Liters or 2 Gallons - Professional Aluminum Anodizing Pigment Dyes | Blue E-G | Light to Rich Blue | Powder Concentrate Makes 7.6 Liters or 2 Gallons - Professional Aluminum Anodizing Pigment Dyes | Fiery Red E-L | Light to Rich Red | Powder Concentrate Makes 7.6 Liters or 2 Gallons --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/68021602-professional-aluminum-anodizing-pigment-dyes-yellow-4a-light-to-rich](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/68021602-professional-aluminum-anodizing-pigment-dyes-yellow-4a-light-to-rich) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-09*