Pantone™ PMS Black 4 C

The perceived color of PMS Black 4 C can shift noticeably depending on the surface texture and finish applied. Matte textures will often highlight the warmth and muted undertone of this color, making it appear softer and slightly lighter. In contrast, a gloss or smooth surface can deepen the perceived color, adding richness and making it look darker. Texture can also create shadowing that changes how even and uniform PMS Black 4 C appears. For best results, evaluate the color sample on the actual substrate and finish intended for your project to confirm it aligns with the brand standard you are targeting.

When specifying PMS Black 4 C for a project, select the paint type based on whether the application is indoors or outdoors. Interior uses can typically be met with standard interior grade paints or coatings. For exterior branding, signage, or displays, opt for exterior grade paints that are designed to resist weather, UV light, and environmental exposure to help maintain color accuracy and finish over time. Always indicate the intended use when ordering to ensure the paint provides the expected performance for your brand environment.

Even though PMS Black 4 C is a deep, muted black, its low chroma and earthy undertone generally provide strong hide compared to very bright Pantone colors. However, results can vary based on substrate color and finish. For best uniformity, especially on light-colored or uneven surfaces, a primer or additional coats may be needed to avoid visible streaks or substrate show-through. Always test PMS Black 4 C under project lighting conditions and consider a sample application to verify that desired coverage and color depth are achieved for your branded display.

The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for any paint made in PMS Black 4 C is determined by the specific product or paint type, not the color code itself. To obtain the correct SDS, review the documentation for the exact paint format you are ordering, such as spray paint or acrylic enamel. Refer to the SDS library provided by the supplier under the product name or request the SDS for your selected paint type when placing your order.

Unfortunately, no.

Some manufacturers specify Pantone colors as touch up for their products, but Pantone does not work well as a proxy for a touch-up solution (for a litany of reasons such as it doesn't include sheen and Pantone color tolerances are not tight enough for touch up). When we match Pantone colors we are matching to a swatch in a Pantone book - not to your product.

The only way we can provide a touch-up solution for your product is for you send us a part. We would use the part to create a touch-up grade match. Unfortunately, there isn't an effective way to 'spec' the color well enough to produce a touch up without the part.

Read more about using Pantone for touch-up.

Learn more about our paint color matching service.

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS Black 4 C. MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge how much spray you'll need as it is highly dependent on how it is applied. It is better to have too much than run short.

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS Black 4 C in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another company's color collection, especially for a color collection like Pantone which is designed for bright colors and inks.