ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
ICL Phosphate Specialty is a division of ICL Specialty Products Inc., one of ICL’s (Israel Chemicals Limited) core operating segments. ICL is a leading global specialty phosphate producer committed to fulfilling humanity’s ever-evolving needs.
Our HALOX® corrosion inhibitors were established in 1972 to meet regulatory, industry and customer demand for lead and chromate-free non-toxic pigments for corrosion resistant and tannin stain resistant coatings. For almost 50 years, HALOX® corrosion inhibitors have provided the paint and coatings industry with innovative corrosion inhibiting solutions.
ICL Phosphate Specialty is ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and RC 14001 certified. We are committed to our Responsible Care initiatives and consistent with the Responsible Care® code of Product Stewardship. We remain fully engaged in the implementation of the European Union's Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals legislation (REACH). The impact it will have on the future availability of chemicals is of vital importance for ICL Phosphate Specialty, our customers and the entire global chemical industry.
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ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
TARGON® GA 1
Function: Cement Retarder, Set Retarder, Anti-Caking Agent, Thickener
Chemical Family: Phosphates
Physical Form: Powder
End Uses: Plaster, Gypsum, Cement
TARGON® GA 1 is a setting retarder formulated with sodium phosphate, hydroxypolycarboxylic acid, and an anticaking agent. This white powder can be blended with TYLOSE® MC variants and other processing auxiliaries, such as surfactants. Serving as a setting retarder, it finds application in gypsum plaster that is devoid or has minimized calcium hydroxide content (both manual and mechanical applications), as well as in plaster adhesives.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
HALOX® XTAIN® L-47
Function: Anti-Stain Agent
Chemical Family: Zirconium Compounds
End Uses: Waterborne Coating
Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyurethanes (PU), Acrylics
Labeling Claims: VOC-free, Ammonia-Free, Zinc-free
Features: High Performance
HALOX® XTAIN® L-47 is a liquid stain-inhibiting additive that is zinc-free, ammonia-free, and free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Specifically formulated to prevent tannin bleed, it is highly effective in waterborne coating systems such as acrylic emulsions and polyurethane dispersions (PUD) used on various wood species, including redwood, merbau, and oak. This advanced additive delivers exceptional performance while meeting European ecolabel requirements, as it does not rely on Zn2+ cations. HALOX® XTAIN® L-47 offers similar efficiency to its predecessor, HALOX® XTAIN® L-44.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
LOPON® E 100
Function: Defoamer
Chemical Family: Fatty Acid Esters
End Uses: Varnishes
Labeling Claims: VOC-free, Silicon-free, Mineral oil-free
LOPON® E 100 is a defoamer for glossy paints that is VOC-, mineral oil-, and silicone-free. It is designed to provide a high gloss on the paint surface while offering a long-term effect. With its wide range of applications, this product exhibits excellent compatibility with various types of emulsions. Additionally, it boasts low sedimentation, ensuring smooth and consistent performance.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
LOPON® DA 200
Function: Dispersant
Chemical Family: Polyacrylates, Sodium Salts
Labeling Claims: VOC-free
Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyphosphates
Physical Form: Liquid
Features: Good Package Stability, High Alkaline Stability, Flocculation Resistant
LOPON® DA 200 is a universal dispersing agent formulated with low-molecular-weight sodium polyacrylate. It provides exceptional deflocculation results in systems with high filler content, including inorganic pigments like titanium dioxide, calcium carbonate, and mica. LOPON® DA 200 exhibits excellent alkaline stability and demonstrates strong compatibility with polyphosphates such as POLYRON® N. This combination ensures remarkable storage stability for the product.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
HALOX® 650
Function: Corrosion Inhibitor
Chemical Family: Organic Acids
End Uses: Powder Coating, Coil Coating, Solventborne Coating, Primer
Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyurethanes (PU), Epoxies (EP), Acrylics, Polyesters, Alkyds
Labeling Claims: VOC-free
Features: Longer Performance Life
HALOX® 650 is an organic corrosion inhibitor primarily designed for coatings and primers on metal surfaces and is specifically designed for use in solventborne or powder-coating applications to provide long-term corrosion protection. HALOX® 650 may be used in applications such as coil coatings resins such as thermoplastic acrylics or epoxies, powder coatings systems such as polyester/TGIC, acid-catalyzed thermosetting systems such as melamine or urea- formaldehyde, and wash (etch) primers based on PVB.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
HALOX® 630
Function: Corrosion Inhibitor
Chemical Family: Ammonium Salts
End Uses: 2K (2 component) Coating, Solventborne Coating, Clearcoat, Primer
Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyurethanes (PU), Epoxies (EP), Acrylics, Polyesters, Alkyds
Features: Improves Adhesion
HALOX® 630 is a liquid organic corrosion inhibitor for solventborne protective coatings on metal surfaces and may be used in solventborne clear or pigmented coatings and in systems such as 2 pack epoxy systems, high solids epoxy esters, and alkyds, acrylic resins, and 2 pack polyurethane primers. In bake systems, the temperature should not exceed 150° C. Yellowing may be observed with reactive isocyanates. Superior corrosion resistance has been observed over poorly prepared surfaces, such as adherent rust or oil contamination.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
HALOX® 550
Function: Corrosion Inhibitor
Chemical Family: Silanes
End Uses: Clearcoat, Primer, Coil Coating, Waterborne Coating, Solventborne Coating, Lacquers
Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics, Alkyds, Polyurethanes (PU), Epoxies (EP), Polyesters
Labeling Claims: Heavy Metal-free
Features: Good Gloss Retention, High Gloss, Corrosion Resistance, Excellent Dispersibility, Improves Adhesion, Fast Drying
HALOX® 550 works directly with corrosion inhibitive pigments and organic additives. When used at a low loading level, it can boost the adhesion of the systems through the development of a sol-gel network and the formation of hydrophobic nano-domains within the coating. It’s more than just an adhesion promoter - its fundamental chemistry is the ultimate synergist for improved coating performance. HALOX® 550 is designed for water-based systems.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
HALOX® 515
Function: Corrosion Inhibitor
Chemical Family: Amine Complex
End Uses: Top Coat, Waterborne Coating
Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics
Labeling Claims: Chromate-free, Heavy Metal-free, Nitrite-free, Phosphate-free
Features: High Gloss, Corrosion Resistance, Humidity Resistance, Improves Adhesion, Low Viscosity
HALOX® 515 is a liquid organic corrosion inhibitor for high gloss (direct to metal) coating systems and will provide cost-effective flash rust protection and long-term corrosion protection when used as recommended. HALOX® 515 is also effective for thin film applications (<2 mils). HALOX® 515 is heavy metal-free, nitrite-free, and contains no chromates or phosphates. Testing with HALOX® 515 has shown improved adhesion at the scribe and good humidityresistance. Testing has also shown HALOX® 515 to be effective as a flash rust inhibitor on weld seams.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
TARGON® FM
Function: Cement Retarder, Set Retarder
Chemical Family: Phosphates
Features: Good Wetting Properties, Anti-Settling, Improved Workability
End Uses: Gypsum, Refractory Cement, Cement
TARGON® FM is a processing aid employed as an auxiliary agent for cementitious leveling compounds. It constitutes a blend of sodium phosphate, hydroxypolycarboxylic acid, and a wetting agent. This product is particularly well-suited for ternary systems involving Portland cement, gypsum, and refractory cement.
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ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
HALOX
Applications: Aerospace & Aviation, Architectural Coatings, Automotive OEM Coatings
Product Families: Functional Additives, Additives, Inorganic Pigments
Chemical Family: Organic Acids, Calcium Salts, Calcium Phosphates
End Uses: Epoxy Coating, 2K (2 component) Coating, Coil Coating
HALOX® Corrosion Inhibitors are effective against flash rusting and in-can corrosion, though the benefits of using these products does not end there. Our HALOX® Corrosion Inhibitors are ideally suited for high gloss, thin film, and clear coat applications. They also provide superior synergy when used in combination with inorganic corrosion inhibitors in traditional coatings. To achieve desired performance of your resin system proper selection of HALOX® Inhibitors is essential.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
LOPON
Applications: Architectural Coatings, Building Envelope, Building & Construction
Product Families: Functional Additives, Additives, Foam Control
Chemical Family: Phosphorous-based Compounds, Vegetable Oils, Phosphonates
End Uses: Waterborne Coating, Varnishes, Waterborne Adhesive
LOPON® defoamers are highly effective solutions for interior and exterior emulsion paints and plasters, silicone resin paints, emulsion silicate paints and plasters, and adhesives. LOPON® E series defoamers are alternatives to silicone and mineral oil based products. Our selection includes products developed from bio-renewable raw materials.
ICL Phosphate Specialty - HALOX®
POLYRON
Applications: Plasters & Renders, Decorative Paints, Coatings & Stains, Architectural Coatings
Product Families: Mortar & Gypsum Additives, Dispersing & Wetting Additives, Additives
End Uses: Waterborne Adhesive, Plasterboard, Intumescent Coating
POLYRON® series is a high capacity powder designed for binding calcium and other metal ions with rapid viscosity reduction during the dispersion process.
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