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PropylMatte 31HD

1 of 5 products in this brand

PropylMatte 31HD is Finely micronized densified polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control with superior in- can stability in water-based paints, coatings and inks.

Features and Benefits

  • Efficient gloss reduction from satin to matte finish
  • Improves burnish resistance vs. silica mattifiers
  • Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in most water based systems
  • Imparts non-slip properties
  • For more efficient matting with a fine microtexture, try PropylTex 325HD/270HD

Functions: Flattener

Chemical Family: Polyolefins, Polypropylenes (PP)

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

Features: Abrasion Resistance, Blocking Resistance, Burnish Resistance, Dirt Pickup Resistance, Excellent Scratch Resistance, Good Lubricating Properties

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies
Composition

Densified polypropylene

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Use Level
2.0 - 5.0 (depending on the level of gloss reduction desired)
Systems and Applications
  • Water based and energy curable coatings and inks.
  • 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); interior and exterior can and container coatings; coil coatings; floor coatings.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White Powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (25°C)1.07g/cc
Maximum Particle Size31μm
Mean Particle Size8.0 - 12.0μm
Melting Point160 - 170°C
Natural or Naturally DerivedNo
NPIRI Grind5.0 - 6.0

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chemical Inventories

Packaging & Availability

Availability

This product is also available as a water based wax dispersion - Microspersion 31HD-40.