What is Automotive Metallic Paint?

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OCamille
07/29/25 4:44pm
Automotive metallic paint is a high-end automotive coating formulated with metal powders such as copper or aluminum as pigments. By blending metal powder into the paint, it creates a sparkling effect on the painted panel surface, making the vehicle's color and even its contours appear dynamic under different lighting angles due to light refraction. Also known as automotive metallic flake paint or silver paint, it is currently a popular type of automotive finish. The benefits of automotive metallic paint include strong adhesion, excellent UV resistance, corrosion resistance, high fullness, and it significantly extends the coating's service life while providing self-cleaning properties.
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