products in Paints & Coatings: Varnishes

Scott Bader

Texicryl® 13-809

Texicryl® 13-809 is a styrene acrylic emulsion polymer designed for high gloss, water-based overprint varnishes and heat resistant inks. This styrene acrylic binder has been designed to provide superb clarity, water resistance, heat resistance, gloss etc. It can be used as deblocking modifier.

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EBECRYL® 3639

EBECRYL® 3639 is a unique epoxy acrylate known for its good flexibility and exceptionally high reactivity. It is particularly recommended for formulating radiation-curable coatings and inks that require a combination of excellent flexibility, high reactivity, and outstanding scratch and chemical resistance. End uses for EBECRYL® 3639 include gravure ink, radiation-curable coatings, varnishes, flexography ink, and screen printing ink. This product features labeling claims of low carbon footprint (PCF), solvent-free, and VOC-free.

Shamrock Technologies Inc.

Shamrock Technologies Inc. S-396 N1

S-396 N1 is a finely ground, crystalline grade of polyethylene wax with a high melt point and good solvent resistance.

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EBECRYL® 1360

EBECRYL® 1360 is a cloudy liquid radiation-curable coating designed for various applications. Notably, it offers faster cycle times, extended pot life, and energy-efficient features. Tailored for automotive and transportation, paints and coatings, and printing and packaging sectors, it excels in automotive OEM coatings, industrial coatings, and specialty coatings, among others. The product is applied using methods like curtain, dip, and gravure coating on compatible surfaces like wood, offering a clear finish with varnish capabilities.

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ADDITOL® AQ-1681

ADDITOL® AQ-1681, an associative acrylic thickener, is an alkali-soluble solution with moderate thickening power, specifically designed for styrenated acrylic waterborne paints. Ideal for various applications such as paints, sealants, background preparers, varnishes, and waterproofing, it serves as a filler, extender, and rheology modifier. Notably, it carries labeling claims of being solvent-free, monomer-free, and environmentally friendly.

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EBECRYL® 81

EBECRYL® 81 is a radiation-curable coating designed for various applications in the paint and coatings industry. This clear liquid product, which is bisphenol-a-free, low-carbon footprint, solvent-free, and voc-free, finds its place in building and construction paints, wood finishes, industrial coatings, and furniture coatings. It's also utilized in the printing and packaging sectors for packaging coatings, overprint varnishes, and various printing inks like flexography and inkjet ink. With application methods including curtain coating, dip coating, gravure coating, roller, slot-die, and spray, it is primarily compatible with wood substrates.

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ADDITOL® VXW 6396

ADDITOL® VXW 6396 is a multifaceted solution that excels as a flow promoter, leveling agent, and flow modifier in a variety of applications. Tailored for clearcoat, screen printing ink, inkjet ink, waterborne coating, varnishes, flexography ink, and gravel ink, it proudly claims to be NMP-free, APEO-free, and tin-free. Standout features include reduced overspray, improved edge coverage, improved long wave reduction, low film thickness, improved short wave reduction, reduced surface preparation, and wet-on-wet properties. With applications spanning paints and coatings, especially automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, and vehicle refinish.

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EBECRYL® 264

EBECRYL® 264 is a versatile binder and resin crafted by CASE Ingredients, blending epoxy derivatives with urethane acrylates. Recognized for its eco-conscious design, it's bisphenol A-free, exhibits a low carbon footprint, and stands out as solvent-free and VOC-free. Tailored for paints and coatings and the printing and packaging sectors, this formulation provides a harmonious balance of properties, featuring enhanced chemical resistance and a prolonged pot life. Its attributes include efficient low-energy consumption, low-temperature curing, and adaptability for various application methods like curtain coating and gravure coating on wood substrates.

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EBECRYL® 305

EBECRYL® 305 is designed for electron beam (EB) and ultraviolet (UV)--cured flexographic inks, and excels in providing excellent adhesion across a broad spectrum of plastic substrates. Developed with a specific focus on achieving strong adhesion to polyolefin substrates, including uncoated polypropylene. EBECRYL® 305 is capable of being utilized as the primary component of the pigment concentrate and as a diluent component. Notable features include a faster cycle time, long pot life, low energy consumption, and low-temperature curing, making it a reliable choice for ink formulations with a focus on efficiency and adhesion to challenging plastic substrates.

Incorez Ltd

Incozol 4

A bis-oxazolidine curing agent, which hydrolyses on exposure to moisture, yielding a reactive amine and hydroxyl functional cross-linking agent. Incozol 4 can be used in one component PU systems, where it is normally used with aliphatic prepolymers.

Laviosa Minerals

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL ™ XD

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ XD is a new high performing, highly effective rheological additive for solvent-borne systems of low to medium polarity. that provides thixotropic effect, sag control, excellent leveling and prevents pigments from long-term storage settling. The nature of LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ XD is a highly purified bentonite clay, organically modified with a quaternary alkylammonium compound. Unlike most of the other conventional organoclays, LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ XD is selfactivating and easily dispersible, hence simple and convenient to use.

Huber Engineered Materials

Pergopak® M5

Pergopak® M5 is used as a matting and effects agent for the coatings industry imparting high matting efficiency, low impact on rheology, improved scratch and abrasion resistance, improvement of adhesion and elasticity, excellent weather resistance and gloss retention.

Lawter

Filtrez™ 530A

Filtrez™ 530 A is an alcohol soluble fumaric acid modified rosin ester with a high softening point and high acid value. Filtrez 530 A has good solubility and low viscosity in alcohol and aqueous ammonia solutions, which contributes to high gloss in overprint varnishes. This resin is commonly used in solvent and water-based gravure and flexographic inks. Filtrez 530 A also be used as a leveling and gloss-promoting agent in floor polishes.

King Honor International

King Honor International Micronized Water-Base Wax

King Honor International Micronized Water-Base Wax have affinity for water-based system and is suitable for various water-based and ink and coating It can be used for water-based ink varnish and waterborne coatings. Provide anti-adhesion, anti-scratch, anti-fouling and anti-friction effects, while providing a smooth and soft feel and better hydrophobicity and sealing. In different systems, the dosage is generally 0.5% ~ 3%. Applied in water-based inks and paints.

Poly-Resyn

Suspeno 201-MS

SUSPENO 201-MS is a low viscosity agent for improving the brushability and leveling of architectural paints and maintenance coatings. It is an organic compound, specifically designed to provide rheological control for pigmented systems; improvement in brushing and leveling, pigment suspension and control of sagging.SUSPENO 201-MS is neutral, chemically non-reactive and does not require heat or activation. It is unaffected by the nature of the binder, oils, resins, varnishes or vehicles. It has no influence on gloss, color, color retention, drying time, flexibility, water and chemical resistance, adhesion or durability. Being moisture free, it will not cause rusting in containers and is safe for use with zinc dust.

PCC Chemax

Rostabil DDPP

Rostabil DDPP is an alkyl-aryl phosphite in the form of a clear, homogeneous liquid with a characteristic, delicate fragrance. It is used as a process stabilizer in plastics processing. It prevents degradation of polymer materials providing thermal and process protection. The use of Rostabil DDPP stabilizer eliminates the effect of yellowing of materials. It significantly enhances the color stability of pigment-containing materials and provides transparency to non-pigmented products.

Eduard Merkle

Ulmer Weiss XM

Ulmer Weiss XM is a fine calcium carbonate powder with a yellow index of 7.6 that is designed for use as a filler, pigment, or mixing agent in manufacturing processes. Common applications of this product include paper, paperboard, paints, varnishes, coatings, printing inks, mastics, soaps, detergents, rubber, and polishing mixtures. Ulmer Weiss XM is a solid powder in appearance with a characteristic odor.

Serkim

SERKYD S40T65

Serkyd S40T65 is a soybean oil based, short oil alkyd resin used in stoving primer systems and top coat paints, wood varnishes, cellulosic applications.

Eduard Merkle

Juraperle 15

Juraperle 15 is a coarse calcium carbonate powder designed for use as a filler, pigment, or mixing agent in manufacturing processes. Common applications of this product include paper, paperboard, paints, varnishes, coatings, printing inks, mastics, soaps, detergents, rubber, cleaning mixtures, and polishing mixtures. Juraperle 15 is a solid powder in appearance with a characteristic odor and a loose bulk density of 0.75 g/cm3.

Incorez Ltd

Incozol EH

Incozol EH is a urethane bis-oxazolidine latent hardener for use in 1K polyurethane coatings. Used in conjunction with low NCO polyurethane prepolymers, this hardener accelerates the cure of the prepolymer through a moisture triggered mechanism to afford cross-linking benefits to the 1K urethane. In addition, it enhances properties such as through cure development and mechanical strength through the elimination of CO2 gassing in high build, high solids PU systems. Incozol EH confers tolerance to the repeated opening of containers and can be used as a versatile curing agent with 2 or 4 functional mix ratios.

PCC Chemax

Rostabil TTDP

Rostabil TTDP is a specialist additive for plastics used as a process stabilizer. It is available in the form of a homogeneous liquid with a characteristic, delicate fragrance. It prevents degradation of polymer materials during processing. Provides thermal protection of polymers, eliminating the effect of yellowing of finished products. Strengthens the color stability of materials containing pigments and provides transparency of non-pigmented products.

Polyols and Polymers

POLYTONE® AP109

POLYTONE™ AP 109 is a heat reactive alkyl phenolic resin formulated for use in the manufacture of contact adhesives / cements based on polychloroprene or other elastomers.

Polyols and Polymers

POLYTONE® K93

These resins are highly effective in imparting gloss, adhesiveness, leveling and also in increasing the solid content leading to a reduction in the VOC. The hydroxyl polarity leads to better adhesion and wetting of pigments and surfaces.

Huber Engineered Materials

Pergopak® M3

Pergopak® M3 is used as a matting and effects agent for the coatings industry imparting high matting efficiency, low impact on rheology, improved scratch and abrasion resistance, improvement of adhesion and elasticity, excellent weather resistance and gloss retention.

Scott Bader

Texicryl® 13-814

Texicryl® 13-814 is a styrene acrylic copolymer aqueous dispersion with excellent flexibility and adhesion properties. It is suitable for use as the main binder in flexo or gravure inks and has good clarity so is suitable for offset overprint. This acrylic dispersion will also be suitable to compound into barrier coatings, as it exhibits very low MVTR and Cobb values.

Scott Bader

Crestakyd® 10-1022

Crestakyd® 10-1022 is a fast drying alkyd that has excellent brushability and flow characteristics, as well as good gloss retention and weathering resistance. This long oil air drying alkyd can be used for economical decorative and do-it-yourself paints, including primers, topcoats, and varnishes.

Scott Bader

Texicryl® 13-819

Texicryl® 13-819 is a styrene acrylate based vehicle designed for high gloss heat resistant overprint varnishes. It has been designed for use in hard polymers normally used in the formulating of overprint varnishes, and it can be blended into OPV’s to partially replace the hard polymer and enhance the gloss level. The product is free from APEO based surfactants.

C. L. Hauthaway & Sons Inc.

Hauthane HD-2117

Hauthane HD-2117 is an extremely hard, aliphatic, polyester-based, aqueous polyurethane dispersion with exceptional chemical and early water-resistance properties. Features: Outstanding water and chemical resistance. Fast early water resistance development. Can be crosslinked to enhance performance. Dilution and clean-up with ordinary tap water. Contains n-methyl pyrrolidone (NMP) co-solvent.

Gellner

Ottopol K-633

Ottopol K-633 is a low-molecular-weight cationic acrylic resin solution. It provides alkali resistance and adhesion to non-porous substrates with improved solubility. This product is suitable for use as a grinding vehicle for organic and inorganic pigments. Pigment concentrates can be let down with these resins to produce printing inks and coatings.

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EBECRYL® 170

EBECRYL® 170 is a functional additive known for its adhesion-promoting properties within the CASE Ingredients sector. This clear to slightly opalescent liquid is characterized by attributes such as faster cycle time, long pot life, and multi-substrate adhesion. Tailored for paints and coatings and printing and packaging markets, it finds application in diverse areas like industrial coatings, including coil and metal coatings, as well as specialty coatings. Specifically compatible with metals, this product excels in gravure and screen printing techniques and cures efficiently through radiation methods, offering both radiation-curable and varnish coating types.

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EBECRYL® 140

EBECRYL® 140 is a clear, liquid radiation-curable coating tailored for diverse applications. This formulation, categorized under CASE Ingredients, combines properties like improved chemical resistance and hardness with efficiency features such as faster cycle time and low energy consumption. Targeted sectors include paints and coatings and printing and packaging, especially for wood finishes, industrial coatings, and packaging applications. Utilizing radiation cure methods, it ensures optimal performance on wood surfaces and offers compatibility with various printing inks.

Shamrock Technologies Inc.

HYDROCER 795

HydroCER 795 is a 52% aqueous dispersion of an oxidized polyethylene wax. The HydroCER products are wax emulsions, dispersions, or a combination of these.

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EBECRYL® 284

EBECRYL® 284, developed by CASE Ingredients, stands out as a versatile solution for various sectors. Recognized for being bisphenol A-free with a low carbon footprint, it offers formulations that are solvent-free and VOC-free. Tailored for industries like automotive, paints and coatings, and printing and packaging, this liquid product ensures optimal performance in applications ranging from automotive OEM coatings to wood finishes. With application flexibility through methods such as curtain coating and gravure coating, it guarantees efficient radiation curing, especially on wood substrates, delivering clear and consistent results.

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EBECRYL® 40

EBECRYL® 40, formulated by CASE Ingredients, is a clear liquid radiation-curable coating recognized for its bisphenol-A-free composition and low carbon footprint (PCF). This VOC-free and solvent-free product finds application across various sectors, including paints and coatings, printing, and packaging. Specifically designed for building and construction paints, wood finishes, industrial coatings, and specialty coatings, it supports printing methods like flexography, gravure, inkjet, offset, and screen printing.

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UCECOAT® 2806

UCECOAT® 2806 include exceptional mechanical qualities, colloidal stability, great reactivity, and easy water redispersibility. This product guarantees minimal energy usage and an extended potlife because to its low temperature-curing, sticky properties, and faster cycle time. UCECOAT® 2806 is specifically designed for use in food and beverage packaging as well as packaging coatings, overprint varnishes, and printing inks.

Bomar Specialties LLC

Bomar Oligomers® BR-441BI20

BR-441BI20 is a fast-curing, high tensile strength, low molecular weight aliphatic polyester urethane acrylate with low color, high hardness, and excellent adhesion to plastic substrates. BR-441BI20 can be considered for use in high tensile strength overprint varnishes, high tensile strength 3D printing resins, and non-yellowing coatings.