Thermochromic Color-to-Transparent Powder – Temperature Activated Reveal Pigment
Price range: $200.00 through $700.00
Reveal Hidden Images with Heat
Our Thermochromic Color-to-Transparent Powder is a temperature-sensitive pigment that changes from a visible color to transparent when heated.
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Reveal Hidden Images with Heat
Our Thermochromic Color-to-Transparent Powder is a temperature-sensitive pigment that changes from a visible color to transparent when heated.
Perfect for creating hidden graphics, logos, messages, artwork and interactive products that appear and disappear with temperature changes.
Unlike traditional color-changing pigments, this thermochromic powder reveals whatever lies beneath the coating, creating a dramatic visual effect that is ideal for resin art, custom mugs, packaging, labels, paints, coatings and promotional products.
Available in multiple vibrant colors and customizable activation temperatures.
Product Highlights
✔ Color disappears when heated
✔ Reveals hidden images and artwork
✔ Reversible effect
✔ Multiple activation temperatures available
✔ Suitable for resin, paint, inks and coatings
✔ Available in a wide range of colors
✔ Highly visible interactive effect
✔ Ideal for custom products and branding
Product Type
Thermochromic Color-to-Transparent Pigment Powder
Effect
Visible Color → Transparent
Activation Temperatures
Custom temperatures available including:
- 15°C
- 22°C
- 31°C
- 33°C
- 45°C
- 65°C
Other activation temperatures available upon request.
Available Colors
- Black
- Grey
- Jade Green
- Green
- Golden Yellow
- Sky Blue
- Sapphire Blue
- Dark Blue
- Scarlet Red
- Rose Red
- Orange Red
- Peach Pink
- Vermilion Red
- Navy Blue
- Blue
Particle Size
3–8 μm
Reversibility
Fully reversible
Appearance
Colored fine powder
Solubility
Insoluble
Recommended Processing Temperature
Below 200°C
Suitable Mediums
- Epoxy Resin
- UV Resin
- Acrylic Paint
- Water-Based Paint
- Solvent-Based Paint
- Screen Printing Ink
- Plastics
- Coatings
- Adhesives
At Room Temperature
The pigment appears as a solid visible color.
Example:
Black coating hides an image underneath.
When Heated
The pigment becomes transparent.
The hidden image, logo or artwork is revealed.
When Cooled
The pigment returns to its original color and conceals the image again.
Recommended Applications
Hidden Image Mugs
Reveal artwork when hot drinks are added.
Resin Art
Create interactive coasters, keychains and decorative pieces.
Packaging
Hide promotional messages or branding until activated.
Security Labels
Provide tamper-evident and temperature-sensitive indicators.
Promotional Products
Create memorable heat-reactive products.
Educational Projects
Demonstrate temperature-responsive materials.
What are thermochromic pigments?
Thermochromic pigments are temperature-sensitive pigments that change color when heated or cooled beyond a specific activation temperature. They are usually dark colored applied over an image. When the specific temperature is reached, the dark color becomes transparent and starts to reveal the image below.
What is Color-to-Transparent Thermochromic Powder and its Applications?
It is a heat-sensitive pigment that changes from a visible color to transparent when activated by temperature.
One of the most common uses is to hide labels and revel them only when the desired temperature is reached.
What are thermochromic pigments commonly used for?
Common applications include mugs, labels, packaging, textiles, resin art, industrial indicators, and temperature-sensitive coatings.
What temperature do thermochromic pigments activate at?
For mugs and touch-sensitive products, 31°C–33°C is usually the most popular.
For industrial applications, higher temperatures such as 45°C or 65°C may be preferred.
For extremely hot surfaces like iron or stoves, activation could start and 120°C.
Do You Ship Internationally?
Yes. We ship glow in the dark and UV reactive products internationally to many countries worldwide. Shipping times, price and availability may vary by location.
How long does shipping take?
Shipping times vary depending on stock availability, location, customs clearance, and courier services selected during checkout.
Average shipping time by courier is within 7 working days.
Which products can be shipped internationally?
The following products can generally be shipped to most destinations, subject to local import regulations:
- Glow-in-the-dark powders
- Thermochromic powders
- Photochromic powders
- UV reactive fluorescent powders
- Most non-hazardous pigments and additives
Please note that customs regulations differ between countries, and import restrictions may apply.
What currencies do you accept?
Our store prices are listed in US Dollars (USD).
Customers may make payment using other currencies where supported by their payment provider. Please ensure that the amount sent, after currency conversion and any applicable fees, is sufficient to cover the full USD order value.
What Payment Methods Do You Accept?
We accept a variety of secure payment methods for both local and international customers:
- Credit Cards & Debit Cards – Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and other major cards processed securely through Stripe.
- Wise Transfer – Direct bank transfers at local exchange rates through Wise, helping international customers avoid excessive banking fees.
- PayNow (Singapore) – Fast and convenient payments for Singapore customers.
Can international customers pay using their local banking apps?
Yes. Through Singapore’s PayNow cross-border payment partnerships, customers in selected countries may be able to send payments directly from participating local banks and payment apps.
Supported regions include:
- Malaysia – Via the PayNow-DuitNow linkage.
- Thailand – Via the PayNow-PromptPay linkage.
- India – Via the PayNow-UPI linkage.
Availability depends on your bank or payment provider’s participation in the cross-border payment network.