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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🎨 Transform aluminum into bold black masterpieces—because your projects deserve to stand out.

UV PROTECTED PACKAGING - Keeps your dye fresh and stable for up to 5-10 years in powder form—no wasted product, no stress.
RO HS COMPLIANT USA MADE - Safe, eco-conscious anodizing dye crafted with fume suppressants for professional peace of mind.
LONG LASTING VIBRANT BLACKS - Achieve rich, consistent black shades from light grey to deep black with precise anodizing control.
CUSTOMIZABLE SATURATION P H - Fine-tune your anodizing bath time and pH for tailored color depth and durability—control your craft.
ULTRA EFFICIENT POWDER CONCENTRATE - One compact 80mL bottle activates into 2 gallons of professional-grade dye—maximize your project output.

INTERACTIVIA Black E-CRO is a professional-grade anodizing pigment dye in powder form, designed exclusively for aluminum and select metals. This 80mL concentrate activates into 7.6 liters of dye bath, delivering fast, stable, and repeatable black shades ranging from light grey to deep black. Packaged in UV-protected bottles for extended shelf life, it supports precise color control through adjustable bath time and pH, complies with RoHS standards, and is made in the USA for quality assurance.

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Brand	INTERACTIVIA
Model Number	ANKCBECRO
Color	Black
Product Dimensions	3.6 x 3.6 x 12 cm; 60 g
Material	For Anodized Aluminum Surfaces Only
Special Features	Activate with Distilled Water for Maximum Dye Life \|, Dye Bath Temperature - 120-140°F \|, Dye Bath Time - 4-10 minutes depending on saturation preference. \|, Light Fastness - 7-8 \|, Light to Deep Black Anodizing Dye \|, Post Dye Bath - Seal with MT-90 or other Anodizing Sealers \|, Powder Concentration - This Bottle Makes 7.6 L or 2 gallon Liquid Dye \|, UV Shielded Bottle Extends Dye Life \|, pH - 5.0 – 6.0 (Raise with ammonium hydroxide, lower with acetric acid.) \|
Item Weight	60 g

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