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NACURE® 155 is a hydrophobic sulfonic acid catalyst based on dinonylnaphthalene disulfonic acid supplied as a 55% concentrate in isobutanol. Its primary use is as a catalyst for promoting the cure of hydroxy, carboxy and amide functional polymers with melamine and urea-formaldehyde crosslinking agents.

Functions: Catalyst

Chemical Family: Sulfonic Acids & Derivatives

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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Industrial Additives Functions

Features & Benefits

Advantages
  • Excellent water, salt spray, detergent resistance
  • Superior adhesion to a variety of substrates
  • Low conductivity for electrostatic spray
  • Soluble in aromatic hydrocarbons

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Use Level
0.5 - 2% (as supplied on total resin solids)
Applications
  • Waterborne can coatings
  • Coil coatings
  • Automotive primers
  • Appliance finishes
  • Printing inks
  • Electrostatic spray applications
  • Electro coatings
  • General industrial
Incorporation

May be added to the coating with agitation as supplied or pre-diluted with alcohol.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear, Amber liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
% Active55%
Acid Value115
Weight per Gallon (25°C)8.3lbs
VolatileIsobutanol
Solubility
  • Soluble in alcohols, glycol ethers, glycols, esters, ketones and aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons.
  • Insoluble in water and aliphatic hydrocarbons

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 months
Storage/Shelf Life
  • NACURE 155 is classified as a flammable liquid.
  • Safe handling of this product should include the use of safety glasses and gloves.
  • Avoid breathing vapors - use with adequate ventilation.
  • Product should be stored in lined or glass containers away from sunlight and excessive heat.
  • Product color will increase with age, particularly if stored at elevated temperatures.

Shelf Life : 24 months from the date of manufacture, when stored at ambient conditions in the original container.