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Borchi® Gen ND

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Ionic wetting and dispersing agent with amphiphilic structure for solvent-based, solvent-free, and water-based coating systems.
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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features
  • Good wetting and dispersing properties even at low dosages, especially with inorganic pigments
  • High gloss
  • Strong color development
  • Prevents settling of pigments and fillers during storage
  • Performs as anti-gelling agent when basic pigments and acidic binders are used
  • In systems containing metal-based catalysts or driers, excessive Borchi® Gen ND might result in a prolonged open time and pot life due to complex formation with metal ions

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Dosage

The exact dosage should be experimentally determined through a ladder study. Borchi® Gen ND should be added to the mill base before adding the pigment. Based on active dispersant on pigment:

  • Titanium dioxide: 3 – 5 %
  • Inorganic pigments: 10 – 15 %

Properties

Appearance
High viscous, colorless to yellowish liquid
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.08 - 1.11g/cm³-
Non-volatile Content80 - 90%-
pH4.5 - 6.5--
Viscositymax. 1600mPa.s-

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Safety
Please refer to our safety data sheet for information relating to product safety.

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Asia
  • Europe

Storage & Handling

Storage
Protect from the effects of weather and store at temperatures between 5 and 30 °C. Once opened, containers should be resealed immediately after each removal of the product.