why does black cost twice as much as any other color?

Black dye is more complex to make. For example the red dye used 16 grams of material to make 2 gallons, where is this black dye uses 60 grams to make the same amount.

How is it applied? Like you would apply a paint or stain or??? Thank you.

This is an anodizing dye. And dyes like this are absorbed into an anodized aluminum surface. First learn about anodizing before buying these dyes. It involves electricity, sulphuric acid and experience. Anodizing pits microscopic holes into the metal surface and this dye is the exact size to fit into those holes. Thus dying the metal. Search YouTube for how to Anodize aluminum. You'll find some videos there. Don't buy until you know how to Anodize!

will this work on titanium?

No. Titanium anodizing is through electrical current and time. There are no dyes for titanium anodizing. I don't believe black is possible in titanium but I could be wrong. These dyes are exclusively engineered for aluminum anodizing. Thanks and good luck!

Someone asked why the black costs more than the other,and was answered with"its more complex to make".Then why are other brands black cheaper?

All our colors consist of 16 grams of pigment to produce the 2 gallons of colourant. The black however requires 60 grams of pigment to produce the same. So it contains more than 3 times the pigment. These dyes are pure pigment. Other brands are mixed with a solution and thus not pure pigment powders.

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Professional Aluminum Anodizing Pigment Dyes | Black E-CRO | Light to Rich Black | Powder Concentrate Makes 7.6 Liters or 2 Gallons

Professional Aluminum Anodizing Pigment Dyes | Black E-CRO | Light to Rich Black | Powder Concentrate Makes 7.6 Liters or 2 Gallons

Product ID: 80803979

Details

Brand
INTERACTIVIA
Color
Deep Black
Compatible Material
Aluminum
Item Form
Powder
Item Weight
60 g

⚡Fast uptake in 4-10 mins

🧪Long shelf life powder form (5-10 yrs)

🛡️Durable, scratch & corrosion resistant

Description

🖤 Elevate your aluminum game with Black E-CRO — where precision meets boldness.

MASSIVE COVERAGE - One 80mL bottle activates 7.6L (2 gallons) of dye bath—perfect for professional scale projects.
PRO GRADE STABILITY - UV-protected packaging and RoHS compliance guarantee consistent, safe, and vibrant results.
SHELF LIFE CHAMPION - Powder form ensures 5-10 years dry shelf life; activated dye lasts up to 1 year.
EFFORTLESS ACTIVATION - Simple water addition and 30-second shake for ready-to-use dye—no guesswork, just flawless finish.
PRECISION COLOR CONTROL - Adjust anodizing time for shades from light grey to rich black.

Black E-CRO is a professional-grade anodizing pigment dye in powder form, designed for aluminum and select metals. It offers fast, stable color uptake with adjustable shades from light grey to deep black, activated easily by adding distilled water. Packaged in UV-protective bottles, it boasts a dry shelf life of up to 10 years and produces up to 7.6 liters of dye bath per bottle. RoHS compliant and made in the USA, it enhances anodized aluminum with durable, scratch-resistant, and corrosion-resistant finishes ideal for high-quality industrial and creative applications.

Specifications

Asin	B07CT31RZB
Best Sellers Rank	#343,371 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #2,167 in Paint & Primer
Brand Name	INTERACTIVIA
Color	Deep Black
Compatible Material	Aluminum
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (171) 4.4 out of 5 stars
Item Form	Powder
Item Weight	60 g
Manufacturer Part Number	ANKCBECRO
Model Number	ANKCBECRO
Number Of Items	1
Number Of Packs	1
Unit Count	256 Fluid Ounces

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