AFCONA 3285

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Polyether Polysiloxanes,

Silicones

CASE Ingredients Functions

Leveling Agent,

Slip Agent

Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Functional Additives,

Surface Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Not Listed In California Proposition 65

CASE Ingredients Features

Low Foam Stabilization

Applications & Uses

Markets

Paints & Coatings

Applications

Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction

Wood Coatings & Finishes

Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings

Coil Coatings

Application Method

Spray

Compatible Polymers & Resins

Alkyds,

Nitrocellulose,

Polyurethanes (PU),

Unsaturated Polyester (UPE)

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Wood

Coating Type

2K (2 component) Coating,

Coil Coating,

Polyurethane Coating,

Solventborne Coating,

Wood Coating

Application Details

• AFCONA – 3285 is very compatible with most systems. In foam sensitive systems, use this product in combination with a suitable defoamer. For most conventional pressure spray applications, additional defoamers are not usually required.
• AFCONA-3285 is recommended for all types of solvent-based coatings, especially wood coatings.

Product Applications

• AFCONA – 3285 is very compatible with most systems. In foam sensitive systems, use this product in combination with a suitable defoamer. For most conventional pressure spray applications, additional defoamers are not usually required.
• AFCONA-3285 is recommended for all types of solvent-based coatings, especially wood coatings.

Incorporation

AFCONA-3285 may be added at any stage during the production process. This product may be added during the dispersion process to speed up wetting.

Addition and Dosage

AFCONA-3285 may be added at 0.1 - 1.0% based on total formulation. Under normal conditions, 0.2 - 0.5% based on total formulation is sufficient. To prevent marking in PU wood coatings, the suggested dosage needed is 1 - 3% based on total formulation.

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

Hazy, slightly yellowish liquid

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Refractive Index	1.430 - 1.450	—	—
Color	max. 3	—	—

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Active Ingredients Content	min. 96	%	—
Density	1.00 - 1.06	g/cm³	—
Flash Point	min. 100	°C	—
Hydroxyl Value	1200.0	gram	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

SARA 313,

SARA 355

Chemical Inventories

TSCA (USA)

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability

Canada,

USA

Packaging Type

Bulk

Regional Availability

• Canada
• USA

Packaging Information

55 lb and 419 lb non-returnable containers

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

5 years

Storage Information

AFCONA-3285 should be stored in a cool, dry place. When kept in its original, unopened container, it will keep up to 5 years from the date of manufacture. The expiration date is indicated on the container