Vine Black. Charcoal was used to draw even in caves, this artistic material is one of the most ancient among others. Charcoal has a peculiar grayish tint, but it is devoid of intense blackness.

Chemical Description: Charcoal

Light fastness: 8

Chemical formula: C

Alkali resistance: 5

Lime resistance: 5

Acid resistance: 5

ColorIndex: PBk8

Suitability: Acrylic, Fresco, Ceramics, Oil, Tempera, Watercolor / Gouache

Colour: jet black

Form: powder

Coverage: high

Mohs hardness scale: 1.5