Pantone™ PMS 430 U

PMS 430 U is a specific Pantone Matching System color. The number identifies the color target, and the "U" suffix indicates the Uncoated Pantone reference. Pantone names are not interchangeable, so ordering by the exact code and suffix is critical.

When placing an order, always specify "PMS 430 U" exactly as written. Ordering a different suffix, such as a coated version, or relying on a generic color name can result in a different visual target than intended.

Sampling is recommended for PMS 430 U when the project is high visibility, requires brand approval, or will be installed under specific lighting conditions. Pantone colors are visual standards, and appearance can change based on material, finish, and environment.

A sample allows you to review PMS 430 U on the actual substrate and under real lighting before committing to full production. This step helps reduce approval risk and avoids rework on large or time sensitive installations.

PMS 430 U is a defined Pantone color target, but the final appearance can vary by substrate. Differences in absorption, surface texture, and reflectivity can cause the same color to appear lighter, darker, or slightly shifted across materials.

For projects using multiple materials, it is best to evaluate PMS 430 U on each actual substrate used in the build. This ensures expectations are aligned before production and helps maintain consistent brand appearance.

Plastics and other low surface energy materials vary widely and can affect adhesion and appearance. PMS 430 U can be matched visually, but the substrate may require a specific primer or preparation step.

Testing PMS 430 U on the actual plastic used in production is strongly recommended. This confirms adhesion, coverage, and final appearance before scaling to full quantities.

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 430 U. 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 430 U 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.