Products in Additives: Polyesters

Dispex® Ultra FA 4480 is a low molecular weight wetting and dispersing agent with excellent pigment wetting properties, especially suitable for coatings and aqueous pigment pastes. In viscous liquid form, Dispex® Ultra FA 4480 demonstrates excellent wetting and dispersing properties in aqueous, binder, and solvent-free pigment pastes, providing outstanding flow properties even at high pigment loads.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4416 is an outstanding wetting and dispersing agent for aqueous coatings, providing high gloss, excellent color strength, and excellent rub-out properties. Presented in yellow, viscous liquid form, Dispex® Ultra FA 4416 is ideal for aqueous top coats based on various binder types such as polyester solutions, polyacrylics, and PUR-emulsions.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4431 is a dispersant for inorganic pigments and fillers in various systems. It reduces grinding and dispersion time, allows increased pigment loading, achieving low VOC levels in highly filled solvent-based systems, and improves gloss, leveling, and flow.

Efka® FA 4620 is a low-molecular-weight dispersing agent suitable for use in solvent- and water-based systems. It is very efficient at wetting and dispersing fillers, extenders, and inorganic pigments. In clear, brownish liquid form, Efka® FA 4620 serves as a versatile dispersing agent.

Efka® FL 3745 is a silicone-free flow and leveling agent with air release properties designed for liquid non-aqueous coatings. It is also suitable for powder coatings, modifying surface tension to provide smooth, trouble-free film surfaces, and enhancing gloss. In its physical form, it is a clear, colorless liquid.

Efka® FL 3930 is an innovative powder formulation designed to function as a wetting agent and leveling agent. Tailored for compatibility with polyurethanes (PU), epoxies (EP), and polyesters, this versatile powder ensures effective performance across various polymers and resins. Efka® FL 3930, in its powder form, offers convenience and ease of use.

BTC Europe GmbH Diisopropanol-para-toluidine, a curing agent in the CASE Ingredients category, finds application in paints and coatings within the building and construction sectors. Ideal for roof coatings, wall panels, and floor coatings, this product, with the chemical name 1,1′-[(4-methylphenyl)imino]bis[2-propanol], is presented in a convenient paste form. Tailored for use in various construction materials, it offers efficiency and reliability in achieving the desired curing effects.

Tinuvin® 292 HP is a liquid hindered amine light stabilizer developed for color-sensitive coating applications. It is a versatile HALS with superior performance in both water- and solvent-based coatings, extending the usable lifetime of coatings by minimizing loss of gloss and cracking. It demonstrates excellent compatibility with a wide variety of coating systems.

Efka® PB 2001 is a silicone-free defoamer tailored for non-aqueous coatings. It is especially suited for highly viscous coatings based on 2-pack epoxy, unsaturated polyester, and PUR systems. The blend of vinyl polymers in organic solvents ensures effective defoaming, making it suitable for applications like nitrocellulose lacquers, acid-curable wood coatings, and fast-drying formulations applied on curtain coaters.

Efka® SL 3035 is a slip and leveling agent that improves leveling, increases slip and mar resistance, offers better compatibility compared to pure dimethylpolysiloxane, particularly in polar systems, prevents floating, and is resistant to hydrolysis. It can be used in both water- and solvent-based coatings, and due to its excellent compatibility, Efka® SL 3035 is particularly recommended for polyurethane and polyester wood coatings, helping prevent curtain rupture in curtain coating applications.

Efka® FL 3741 functions as a silicone- and solvent-free flow and leveling agent with excellent air release properties for various reactive resin systems. It modifies the surface tension, eliminating or reducing peeling, and improves flow, dispersion, and floating behavior. Additionally, it prevents air entrapment and optimizes substrate wetting in reactive resin systems.

Irganox® 1010 (ED), a primary antioxidant and stabilizer, belongs to the phenols and phenolics chemical family. Composed of pentaerythritol tetrakis (3-(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)propionate), this powder-form antioxidant ensures effective protection against oxidative degradation. With the added benefit of being odor-free, it is an ideal choice for applications where maintaining product scent is crucial.

Efka® PA 4450 is a powerful liquid formulation designed to serve as an emulsifier and dispersant. Compatible with polyurethanes (PU), polyethylenes (PE), epoxies (EP), acrylics, polyesters, and alkyds, this versatile solution caters to a wide range of polymers and resins. Efka® PA 4450, in its liquid form, ensures ease of application. Notably, it features high color strength, enhancing the overall performance of formulations.

Efka® SL 3239 is a dynamic liquid formulation designed to function as a defoamer, wetting agent, and leveling agent. Compatible with acrylics, polyesters, and alkyds, this versatile solution caters to various polymers and resins. Efka® SL 3239, in its liquid form, ensures easy and efficient application.

Tinuvin® 292is a liquid hindered amine light stabilizer (HALS) developed specifically for coatings. It comprises an almost pure mixture of two active ingredients, allowing it to remain in liquid form, unlike the tendency of pure diester to solidify, even at room temperature. The efficiency of Tinuvin 292 significantly prolongs the lifetime of coatings by reducing paint defects such as cracking and loss of gloss. Key features and benefits include versatility in both water and solvent based coatings, extension of coating lifetime, and excellent compatibility with a wide variety of coating systems.

Efka® SI 2022 is a silicone-based defoamer suitable for both solvent-based and solvent-free coatings. It prevents the formation of foam and blisters during manufacturing and application. It is recommended for two-pack systems based on polyurethane and epoxy resins, especially suited for polyurethane-based curtain coating finishes, and baking enamels based on alkyd resins or saturated polyesters.

Efka® RM 1920 serves as a rheology modifier for solvent-based systems. It is a particularly finely ground additive used to impart a thixotropic effect to paints, printing inks, and other coatings. This additive effectively prevents sagging of thick films on vertical surfaces while generally improving working and flow properties. It substantially reduces pigment settling. The chemical nature of Efka® RM 1920 involves hydrogenated castor oil.

Efka® SL 3236 functions as a slip and leveling agent, being an organically modified polysiloxane soluble in various solvents. It improves general surface characteristics and is recommended for non-aqueous coatings like baking enamels, acid-curable or polyurethane wood finishes.

Irgafos® 168 FF is a hydrolytically stable organo-phosphite processing stabilizer, offering key features and benefits such as low volatility, resistance to hydrolysis, and protection for polymers prone to oxidation during processing. It effectively prevents discoloration and is presented as a white, free-flowing powder. Irgafos 168 FF is highly recommended for various applications, including powder coatings, solvent-based coatings, hot-melt adhesives, sealant systems, wood flooring adhesives, and roof coatings.

Efka® FL 3600 is a flow and leveling agent that offers a strong reduction of surface tension, good compatibility, and effective anti-cratering properties. In slightly yellowish liquid form, Efka® FL 3600 enhances the flow and leveling characteristics of coatings.

Tinuvin® 5100 is a liquid, non-basic aminoether (NOR) hindered amine light stabilizer (HALS), meticulously developed to impart high durability to exterior industrial and decorative coatings. Tailored for coatings requiring a low-basicity, non-interacting, and high-value stabilizer, Tinuvin® 5100 is designed based on amino-ether functionality. Its low basicity minimizes interactions with acidic paint components, such as curing catalysts. The high efficiency of Tinuvin® 5100 significantly enhances coating performance by reducing paint degradation that leads to issues like cracking, gloss reduction in clear coats, and chalking and fading in pigmented paints. Key features and benefits include being a liquid amino-ether (non-interacting) HALS, minimizing interaction with acidic materials like acid catalysts and acidic pigments, and improving coating resistance to cracking and loss of gloss by scavenging free radicals.

Efka® RM 1469 is a multifunctional additive designed to serve as a rheology modifier, anti-sagging agent, and thickener. This versatile product is compatible with various polymers and resins, including polyurethanes (PU), acrylics, melamines and melamine formaldehydes (MF), and cellulose acetate butyrate (CAB), along with polyesters. It boasts features such as good shear viscosity and high gloss, making it a valuable addition to formulations where these properties are crucial.

HDK® N20 is a synthetic, hydrophilic, amorphous silica produced through flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. This white colloidal powder offers high purity and serves multiple purposes. One of the primary applications of HDK® N20 is as a thickening and thixotropic agent in organic systems such as unsaturated polyesters, coatings, printing inks, adhesives, and cosmetics. Additionally, it functions as a reinforcing filler in elastomers, particularly silicone elastomers.

HDK® T30Plus is a synthetic, hydrophilic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. HDK® T30Plus is a white colloidal powder of high purity. It finds applications in inkjet paper, makeup, powder coatings, printing inks, and rheology control.

HDK® N20D is a hydrophilic, synthetic, amorphous silica produced through flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. HDK® N20D serves as a thickening and thixotropic agent in numerous organic systems, including unsaturated polyesters, coatings, printing inks, adhesives, cosmetics, and more.

HDK® N20Plus is a hydrophilic, synthetic, amorphous silica produced through flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. HDK® N20Plus is a white colloidal powder of high purity. It finds applications in offset printing and powder coatings.

HDK® N20ST is a hydrophilic, synthetic, amorphous silica produced through flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. HDK® N20ST is a white colloidal powder of high purity. It is commonly used in the electronics industry.

HDK® T30 is a hydrophilic, synthetic, amorphous silica produced through flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. HDK® T30 is a white colloidal powder of high purity. It finds application in inkjet paper, make-up, powder coatings, printing inks, and rheology control.

SIPERNAT® 22 LS is a very finely milled, hydrophilic silica. It is primarily used as a free-flow agent in other applications.

Dynasylan® VPS 7163 is an exceptional silane solution offered by Evonik, specifically designed for use in 1K/2K polyurethanes, including reactive hot melt adhesives. This innovative product serves as a valuable tool for formulators, addressing the issue of inadequate adhesion on specific metals and challenging polymer substrates. With Dynasylan® VPS 7163, the need for a primer can be eliminated, providing an efficient solution to enhance bonding performance.

Gelest N-(2-AMINOETHYL)-3-AMINOPROPYLTRIMETHOXYSILANE, tech (SIA0591.0) is a film-forming coupling agent/primer.

Dragonsorb® 765 is a UV absorber and light stabilizer that is mainly used for polyethylenes (PE), polypropylenes (PP), polyesters, and coatings.

Dragonsorb® P is an ultraviolet absorption agent with a maximum absorption wavelength of 270 - 380nm. It is available for polyester, epoxy, cellulose acetate, PVC, polystyrene, plexiglass, polyacrylonitrile resin, etc. The general consumption of this product is 0.1 - 0.5% for thin matter and 0.05 - 0.2% for thick matter.

Dragonox® 1330 is used in polyolefins such as polyethylene, polypropylene, and polybutene for the stabilization of pipes, molded articles, wires, cables, dielectric films, etc. Furthermore, it is applied to other polymers, such as engineering plastics like linear polyesters, polyamides, and styrene homo- and copolymers. This product may also be used in PVC, polyurethanes, elastomers, adhesives, and other organic substrates.

HALOX® SZP-391 is a white, nonrefractive, corrosion-inhibiting pigment that is highly efficient and versatile. It is recommended for use in a wide variety of resin systems, such as alkyds (both traditional and high solids), epoxies, latexes, water-reducible alkyds, high acid value resins, catalyzed baking systems, and vinylidene chloride latexes. Its fine particle size and low oil absorption make HALOX® SZP-391 the preferred pigment for thin-film applications (<1 mil or 25 microns).

HALOX® Zinc Phosphate is a white, non-refractive, corrosion-inhibiting pigment that is widely used in protective coating systems. It is also known as zinc phosphate-dihydrate and is characterized by a narrow particle size distribution, with an upper particle size limit of 10 microns and a mean particle size of 5 microns. This pigment is highly versatile and serves as a standard corrosion inhibitor for most high-performance resin systems, including vinyl, chlorinated rubbers, and epoxies. It is especially recommended for high acid-value resins, catalyzed baking systems, and vinylidene chloride latexes. In addition, HALOX® Zinc Phosphate is an ideal choice for thin film applications (less than 1 mil or 25 microns). It meets the ASTM D 6280-98 specification for zinc phosphate pigment type I and is widely used in the industry.