Michem® Glide 37

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Fluoropolymers,

Polyolefins,

Waxes

Chemical Name

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

CASE Ingredients Functions

Anti-Abrasion Agent,

Anti-Marring Agent,

Flattener

CAS No.

9002-84-0

EC No.

618-337-2

Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Surface Modifiers

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features

Abrasion Resistance,

Excellent Scratch Resistance,

Mar Resistance,

Slip Resistance,

Temperature Resistance

Performance Attributes

Application	Properties Imparted
Inks	Matting Scratch Resistance
Industrial Wood & Plastic	Abrasion Resistance Lubricity Scratch Resistance

 

Applications & Uses

Markets

Consumer Goods,

Industrial,

Paints & Coatings,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Consumer Goods — Furniture

Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings

Furniture Coatings,

Industrial Coatings

Industrial — Leather & Textiles

Textile Manufacturing

Printing & Packaging — Printing & Inks

Digital Printing,

Electrophotography & Electrostatic Printing,

Gravure Printing,

Inkjet Printing,

Offset & Lithographic Printing,

Screen Printing,

Thermal Transfer Printing

Properties

Physical Form

Dispersion,

Liquid

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
pH	3.0 - 7.0	-	-
Emulsifier Charge	Nonionic	-	-
Percent Non-Volatile	49.5 - 50.5	-	-
Recommended pH Range	2 - 12	-	-
Brookfield Viscosity (cps)	max. 5000	mPa.s	-

Storage & Handling

Product Handling and Storage

• Keep container tightly closed.  Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.  Keep from freezing.
• Ensure adequate ventilation.  Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.  Use personal protective equipment as required.