Businesses supplying dyes and pigments provide colourants for materials and products across manufacturing, trade and creative work. Dyes are generally soluble colourants used to colour fibres, liquids and other materials, while pigments are typically insoluble particles that are dispersed in a medium. The range may include natural and synthetic colourants, powders, pastes, liquid dispersions and concentrates, along with binders, carriers and other materials needed for application. Products are used in textiles, printing, paints and coatings, plastics, inks, cosmetics, construction materials and crafts. Suppliers may offer colour matching, formulation advice, sample quantities, technical information and guidance on handling or application. Some businesses manufacture or blend colourants to meet particular requirements, while others distribute established product ranges.