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HALOX® XTAIN® A

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HALOX® XTAIN® A is a white, non-refractive, tannin stain-inhibiting pigment used in protective coating systems. HALOX® XTAIN® A is a highly efficient tannin stain inhibitor providing a high level of performance and compatibility in a variety of resin systems such as styrene-butadiene latexes, acrylic latexes, vinyl acrylic latexes, and solventborne alkyds.

Functions: Pigment, Stain-Resistant Agent

Chemical Family: Aluminum Compounds, Phosphosilicates, Zirconium Compounds

Labeling Claims: Antimony-free, Barium-free, Heavy Metal-free

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Alkyds, Styrene Copolymers, Vinyl Acrylics

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies
Chemical Description

Aluminum Zirconium Phosphosilicate

Features & Benefits

Benefits
  • Effective at very low loading levels
  • Barium & Antimony-Free
  • Contains Multivalent Cations
Features
HALOX® XTAIN® A is effective at very low dosages (0.5-3.0% TFW) and is barium and antimony-free.
Advantages
HALOX® XTAIN® A contains zirconium and aluminum cations which chelate phenolic side groups in tannic acid.

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Coating Type
Recommended Loading Levels

Recommended loading levels are extremely low and should range from 1-3% based on total formula weight.

Applications
  • Acrylic Latexes
  • Vinyl Acrylic Latexes
  • Styrenated Acrylic Latexes
  • SB Alkyds

Properties

Appearance
White powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density3.1g/ml
Hegman Grind5
Mean Particle Size5.8microns
Moisture Content0.5%
Oil Absorption33.1lbs/100 lbs
pH (10% Solution by Weight)10
Solubility in Water0.1%

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
36 Months