ADDITOL® EPD is a white crystalline powder designed for the automotive, transportation, and paints and coatings markets. This solid additive is particularly suited for automotive OEM coatings and coatings and finishes within the transportation sector. It is compatible with wood substrates, offering versatility and performance benefits.

Functions: Photoinitiator

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
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Features & Benefits

Performance Highlights

ADDITOL® EPD is characterized by:

  • Light odor
  • Good solubility

UV curable formulated products containing ADDITOL® EPD are characterized by:

  • Good surface and depth of cure with pigments

The final properties of UV cured products also depend on the selection of other components such as oligomers, reactive diluents and additives.

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Use Level
2-6%
Suggested Applications

ADDITOL® EPD is typically used at levels of 2-6% by weight, in combination with 1-3% ADDITOL® ITX, based on the reactive components of the formulation. Applications include:

  • Flexographic inks
  • Offset inks
  • Screen inks
  • Pigmented coatings

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volatile Contentmax. 0.25%
Molecular Weight193
Typical Properties
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Melting Point62 - 68°C

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Store the material in a dry area out of direct sunlight. Prevent exposure to any UV or visible light. Keep containers closed and protect from physical damage.