products in Industrial Coatings: Rheology Modifier

Kraton

Kraton™ FG1901 G

Kraton FG1901 G is a clear, linear triblock copolymer based on styrene and ethylene/butylene with a polystyrene content of 30%. It is supplied from North America in the physical form identified below. FG1901 GT - supplied as a dusted pellet Kraton FG1901 G is used as a modifier of bitumen and polymers. It is also suitable as an ingredient in formulating compounds for footwear applications and may be used in formulating adhesives, sealants, and coatings.

Kraton

Kraton™ D4150 K

Kraton D4150 K is a linear triblock copolymer based on styrene and butadiene with a polystyrene content of 31%. It is supplied from North America in the physical form identified below. Kraton D4150 KT - supplied as a dusted porous pellet Kraton D4150 KU - supplied as an undusted porous pellet Kraton D4150 K is used as a modifier of bitumen and polymers. It is also suitable as an ingredient in formulating compounds for footwear applications, molded and extruded goods applications and may be used in formulating adhesives, sealants, and coatings.

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Kraton™ D1193 P

Kraton D1193 P is a clear, linear triblock copolymer based on styrene and isoprene, with a polystyrene content of 24%. It is supplied from North America in the physical form identified below. Kraton D1193 PT - supplied as a dusted dense pellet Kraton D1193 P is used as an ingredient in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings. It may also find use as a modifier of bitumen or thermoplastics and in compound formulations.

Kraton

Kraton™ MD1653 M

Kraton MD1653 M is a clear, linear triblock copolymer based on styrene and ethylene/butylene with a polystyrene content of 30%. It is supplied from North America in the physical form identified below. Kraton MD1653 MO supplied as an organic dusted dense pellet Kraton MD1653 M is used as a modifier of polymers. It is also suitable as an ingredient in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings. Note: This Kraton polymer product is a development product. Thus, its properties and chemical composition may change based on market feedback. Kraton Polymers reserves the right to change specifications and/or discontinue production of the product.

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EBECRYL® 7100

EBECRYL® 7100, crafted by CASE Ingredients, is a radiation-curable coating characterized by its bisphenol A-free composition and a low carbon footprint (PCF), ensuring it remains solvent-free and VOC-free. Tailored for the automotive and transportation paints and coatings, as well as the printing and packaging markets, this clear liquid finds its application in automotive OEM coatings, wood finishes, industrial coatings, and specialized printing inks like flexography and inkjet. Compatible with substrates such as paper, plastics, and wood, it can be applied using methods like curtain coating, dip coating, gravure coating, roller, and slot-die.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1165 P

Kraton D1165 P is a clear, linear triblock copolymer based on styrene and isoprene with a polystyrene content of 30%. It is supplied from North America in the physical form identified below. Kraton D1165 PT - supplied as a dusted dense pellet Kraton D1165 P is used in compound formulations and as a modifier of thermoplastics. It may also find use in formulating adhesives, sealants, coatings and modified bitumens.

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EBECRYL® 160

EBECRYL® 160, a reactive diluent, is a staple in ultraviolet light (UV) and electron beam (EB) energy-curable coatings and inks. This versatile compound imparts crosslinking to coatings and inks, maintaining flexibility and toughness. Among common triacrylate diluents in energy-curable formulations, EBECRYL® 160 leads in reactivity and viscosity reduction of oligomers. Compatible with a broad spectrum of acrylated resins used in UV/EB curing applications, EBECRYL® 160's attributes, including hardness, abrasion resistance, and high gloss, contribute to its popularity in overprint varnishes, inks, coatings, and electronic applications like photoresists.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1192 E

Kraton D1192 E is a clear linear block copolymer based on styrene and butadiene with bound styrene of 30% mass. It is supplied from Europe in the physical forms described below: Kraton D1192 ET- supplied as porous pellets dusted with talc Kraton D1192 ES - supplied as porous pellets dusted with amorphous silica Kraton D1192 ESM - supplied as powder dusted with amorphous silica Kraton D1192 ETM - supplied as powder dusted with talc for the North American market Kraton D1192 ETF - supplied as fluffy crumbs dusted with talc Kraton D1192 E is used for modification of industrial and paving bitumen. It may also be suitable for use in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings, and in the modification of polymers.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1161 J

Kraton D1161 J is a clear linear block copolymer based on styrene and isoprene with bound styrene of 15% mass. It is supplied from Japan in the physical form(s) identified below in the grade nomenclature. Kraton D1161 JSP - supplied as dusted dense pellets Kraton D1161 JS - supplied as dusted crumb Kraton D1161 JU - supplied as undusted crumb Kraton D1161 J is used as an ingredient in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings. It may also find use as a modifier of bitumen and polymers.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1152 E

Kraton D1152 E is a clear, linear block copolymer based on styrene and butadiene with bound styrene of 29.5% mass. It is supplied from Europe in the physical form(s) identified below in the grade nomenclature: Kraton D1152 ES - supplied as porous pellets dusted with amorphous silica Kraton D1152 ET - supplied as porous pellets dusted with talc Kraton D1152 ESM - supplied as powder dusted with amorphous silica Kraton D1152 E is used in compound formulations and as a modifier of thermoplastics. It may also find use in formulating adhesives, sealants, coatings and modified bitumens.

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ADDITOL® XL 270

ADDITOL® XL 270, a liquid powerhouse, serves as a wetting agent, rheology modifier, and thickener. Proudly claiming to be tin-free, bio-based, and APEO-free, this product is tailored for solventless and high-solids coating and solvent-borne coating applications. With special properties that prevent pigment sedimentation, enhance pigment-wetting during dispersion, and prevent pigment from floating in mixtures, ADDITOL® XL 270 is a comprehensive solution. It reduces the tendency to flow off, improving the coverage of edges in many paint systems.

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EBECRYL® 113

EBECRYL® 113 is a clear liquid radiation-curable coating primarily based on acrylics and acrylates. Serving various markets like paints and coatings and printing and packaging, it stands out for its low carbon footprint, VOC-free nature, and solvent-free composition. This product offers benefits such as improved flexibility, adhesion, and a prolonged pot life. Compatible with plastics and wood, it's tailored for applications like wood coatings, industrial coatings, and various printing inks, especially gravure and screen printing.

Atmos Technologies

Vycel U

Vycel U is a low viscosity diluent of PU systems with excellent particle wetting. Excellent compatibility with Polyurethanes, Epoxy, Polyester and Phenolic resin systems.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1119 P

Kraton D1119 P is a clear, linear triblock copolymer based on styrene and isoprene with a polystyrene content of 22%. It is supplied from North America in the physical form identified below. Kraton D1119 PT - supplied as a dusted dense pellet Kraton D1119 PSM - supplied as a powder dusted with silica Kraton D1119 P is used as an ingredient in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings. It may also find use as a modifier of bitumen or thermoplastics and in compound formulations.

Touch Chem

Touch OTAL 2006

Touch OTAL 2006 is a flowable and has little thixotropic behavior of Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Co-Polymer wax stabilized with CAB resin in the mixture solvents of Xylene and Butyl Acetate of fine particles. It gives good aluminum and pearlecent pigments orientation control in order to give better workability and better finishing of metallic coating. Touch OTAL 2006 can be easily incorporated and disperse to the system by low sheer force. However they are recommended to add in after the metallic pigments have been dispersed homogeneously. A slight amount of Polyamide wax is incorporated in Touch OTAL 2006 in order to give better anti-settling effect to the system.

Munzing

LUBA-print® 725

LUBA-print® 725 is a wax dispersion / wachsdispersion product.Rheology-modifying wax emulsion to improve the effect pigment orientation in aqueous coatings. Our high quality wax emulsions and dispersions are a necessity for all customers who prefer working with ready-made emulsions or dispersions in contrast to a dry wax. The ease of incorporation is the key benefit of liquid products.

Kraton

Kraton™ A1536 H

Kraton A1536 H is a linear triblock copolymer based on styrene and ethylene/butylene. It is supplied from North America in the physical form identified below. Kraton A1536 HU - supplied to customers as an undusted powder. Kraton A1536 HS - supplied to customers as a dusted powder Kraton A1536 H is used in compound formulations and as a modifier of thermoplastics. It may also find use in formulating adhesives, sealants, coatings and modified bitumens.

Kraton

Kraton™ D4271 J

Kraton D4271 J is an oil-extended branched block copolymer based on styrene and butadiene, with bound styrene of 45% mass. It is supplied from Japan in the physical forms below. Kraton D4271 JSP - supplied as dusted dense pellets Kraton D4271 JS - supplied as dusted crumb Kraton D4271 J is used for formulating compounds for footwear and general purpose applications and as a modifier of bitumen.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1102 E

Kraton D1102 E is a clear, linear block copolymer based on styrene and butadiene with bound styrene of 28.5% mass. It is supplied from Europe in the physical form(s) identified below in the grade nomenclature: Kraton D1102 ET - supplied as a dusted porous pellet Kraton D1102 EU - supplied as an undusted porous pellet Kraton D1102 E is used as an ingredient in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings. It may also find use as a modifier of bitumen or thermoplastics and in compound formulations.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1118 E

Kraton D1118 E is a clear, diblock copolymer based on styrene and butadiene with a polystyrene content of 33%. It is supplied from Europe in the physical form identified below. Kraton D1118 ET - supplied as porous pellets dusted with talc Kraton D1118 ES - supplied as porous pellets dusted with amorphous silica Kraton D1118 ESM - supplied as powder dusted with amorphous silica Kraton D1118 ETM - supplied as powder dusted with talc for the North American market Kraton D1118 E is used for modification of bitumen. It may also be suitable for use in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings, and in the modification of polymers.

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BECKOPOX™ EP 075

BECKOPOX™ EP 075 serves as a flexibilizing bifunctional reactive diluent with a neutral odor, specifically designed for unmodified epoxy resins. It functions as both an active diluent and a rheology modifier. Tailored for applications in furniture coatings, it is well-suited for 2K (2-component) and solventborne coatings. This product is compatible with metal substrates, providing versatility in various coating processes.

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ADDITOL® VXW 6388

ADDITOL® VXW 6388 is a dynamic solution that excels as a rheology modifier and thickener. Tailored for waterborne coating and primer formulations, it is NMP-free and APEO-free. Noteworthy features encompass corrosion resistance, high film thickness, high sagging resistance, and improved edge coverage. With its special properties as a urethane-modified polyether, it exhibits a substantial thickening effect in the middle shear range. Applications extend across paints and coatings, including automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, and vehicle refinish, making ADDITOL® VXW 6388 an indispensable component for achieving optimal performance and durability in coating formulations.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1183 P

Kraton D1183 P is a clear, linear block copolymer based on styrene and isoprene with a polystyrene content of 16%. It is supplied from North America in the physical form identified below. Kraton D1183 P T - supplied as a dusted dense pellet Kraton D1183 P is used as an ingredient in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings. It may also find use as a modifier of bitumen and polymers.

GEO Specialty Chemicals Inc

Bisomer® PEG200DMA

Bisomer® PEG200DMA is a low viscosity aliphatic dimethacrylate monomer ideally used as a co-monomer for improving mechanical properties and chemical resistance.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1155 J

Kraton D1155 J is a clear, linear block copolymer based on styrene and butadiene with bound styrene of 40% mass. It is supplied from Japan in the physical form(s) outlined in the grade nomenclature below. D1155 JOP - supplied as dusted dense pellets D1155 JO - supplied as dusted crumb Kraton D1155 J is used as a modifier of polymers. It is also suitable as an ingredient in formulating compounds for footwear applications and may be used in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings.

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ADDITOL® VXW 6387

ADDITOL® VXW 6387 is a versatile marvel that serves as a wetting agent, rheology modifier, and thickener. Notably, it proudly claims to be tin-free, bio-based, and APEO-free. Tailored for solventless and high-solids coating, solventborne coating, and waterborne coating formulations, its features include preventing pigment sedimentation, enhancing pigment-wetting during dispersion, reducing flow-off tendency, and improving edge coverage. Recommended for waterborne, solvent-based, and solvent-free paint systems, ADDITOL® VXW 6387 stands as an essential, ensuring optimal performance and stability across various coating applications.

Borchers: A Milliken Brand

Borchi® Gel PW 25

HEUR Thickener for the Low Shear RangeBorchi® Gel PW 25 is a HEUR rheology modifier ( H ydrophobically modified E thoxylated Ur ethane copolymer rheology modifier). This solution works well as a low shear range thickener for improved rheological profiles in coatings. Borchi® Gel PW 25 is an emulsifier-, APEO-, and organo tin-free non-ionic polyurethane-based thickener for water-based coatings.

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EBECRYL® 3300

EBECRYL® 3300 is a highly reactive epoxy acrylate, diluted in DPGDA. When cross-linked with other radiation-curable oligomers and reactive diluents, it yields durable, hard-elastic, and chemically resistant coating films. Recommended for clear or pigmented coatings on metal, paper, paperboard, wood, chipboard, and rigid plastics, it balances adhesion, flexibility, and hardness. Labeling claims include VOC-free, low-carbon footprint (PCF), and solvent-free. Application methods include curtain coating, roller, and spray.

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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.

Kraton

Kraton™ DX1000 A

Kraton DX1000 A is a clear, diblock copolymer based on styrene and butadiene with bound styrene of 9% mass. It is supplied from Europe in the physical form(s) identified below. Kraton DX1000 AU - supplied as an undusted porous pellet Kraton DX1000 A is used as an ingredient in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings. It may also find use as a modifier of bitumen or thermoplastics and in compound formulations.

Kraton

Kraton™ D0246 E

Kraton D0246 E is a high vinyl, high diblock SBS polymer with bound styrene of 26% mass. The polymer contains uncoupled, dicoupled, and multi-coupled components. The major component is the uncoupled species. Kraton D0246 ET - supplied as a porous pellet dusted with talc Kraton D0246 E is used as a modifier of bitumen.

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.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1124 P

Kraton D1124 P is a clear, branched copolymer based on styrene and isoprene with a polystyrene content of 30%. It is supplied from North America in the physical form identified below. Kraton D1124 PT - supplied as a dusted dense pellet Kraton D1124 P is used as an ingredient in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings. It may also find use as a modifier of bitumen or thermoplastics and in compound formulations.

Kraton

Kraton™ D1184 A

Kraton D1184 A is a clear, branched block copolymer based on styrene and butadiene with bound styrene of 30% mass. It is supplied from Europe in the physical forms identified as follows in the grade nomenclature: Kraton D1184 AS - supplied as porous pellets dusted with amorphous silica Kraton D1184 AT - supplied as porous pellets dusted with talc Kraton D1184 ASM - supplied as powder dusted with amorphous silica Kraton D1184 AIM - supplied as powder dusted with calcium carbonate for supply to the North American market Kraton D1184 A polymer is used as a modifier of bitumen in roofing felt compounds, roads and pipe coating. It may also be suitable for use in formulating adhesives, sealants and coatings and in the modification of polymers.

Kraton

Kraton™ G1643 V

Kraton G1643 V is a clear, linear triblock copolymer based on styrene and ethylene/butylene with a polystyrene content of 20%. It is supplied from Taiwan in the physical form identified below. Kraton G1643 VS - is supplied as a dusted, dense pellet. Kraton G1643 V is used in compound formulations and as a modifier of thermoplastics. It may also find use in formulating adhesives, sealants, coatings and modified bitumens.

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.