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AquaTex® 325

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AquaTex® 325 are Fine particle size grades of oxidized polyethylene for reducing gloss and adding surface texture.

Features and Benefits

  • Provides uniform gloss reduction with a smoother surface feel when compared to silica additives.
  • Adds a mild texture to the surface.
  • Oxidized polyethylene provides lubricity and mar resistance.
  • High density polymer provides maximum in-can stability with minimal flotation.
  • Ideal for water based systems.

Functions: Flattener, Surface Modifier, Texturizing Agent

Chemical Family: Polyethylenes, Polyolefins

End Uses: Flexography Ink, Gravure Ink, Sealer, Stains, Varnishes, Waterborne Coating

Features: Good Gloss Control, Good Lubricating Properties, Good Surface Feeling, High Performance, Mar Resistance, Provides Good Texture

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Polyethylenes,

Polyolefins

Chemical Name

Ethene, homopolymer, oxidized

CASE Ingredients Functions

Flattener,

Surface Modifier,

Texturizing Agent

CAS No.
68441-17-8
EC No.
614-498-8
Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Surface Modifiers

Composition

Oxidized polyethylene

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features

Good Gloss Control,

Good Lubricating Properties,

Good Surface Feeling,

High Performance,

Mar Resistance,

Provides Good Texture

Applications & Uses

Markets

Building & Construction,

Paints & Coatings,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction

Architectural Coatings,

Concrete Coatings & Stains,

Wood Coatings & Finishes

Building & Construction — Building Envelope & Roofing

Architectural Coatings

Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings

Industrial Coatings,

Metal Coatings

Printing & Packaging — Packaging Coatings

Overprint Varnishes

Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings

Overprint Varnishes

Printing & Packaging — Printing & Inks

Flexography,

Gravure Printing

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Leather,

Masonry,

Metal,

Plastics,

Wood

Coating Type

Sealer,

Stains,

Varnishes,

Waterborne Coating

Ink & Toner Type

Flexography Ink,

Gravure Ink

Use Level
3.0 - 10.0 (on Total formula weight)
Systems and Applications
  • Water based coatings.
  • Industrial coatings (including plastic, metal, masonry and leather) architectural wall and trim paints; stains, sealers and varnishes; wood coatings; printing inks and OPV's (including flexo and gravure).

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Appearance
White Powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (25°C)0.99g/cc—
Maximum Particle Size (325 mesh)44μm—
Mean Particle Size10.0 - 15.0μm—
Melting Point135 - 140°C—
Natural or Naturally DerivedNo——

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

ISO 9001,

REACH (Europe)

Chemical Inventories

TSCA (USA)