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PropylMatte 31SA

1 of 5 products in this brand

PropylMatte 31SA is Finely micronized PTFE modified polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control with surface slip, abrasion and burnish resistance.

Features and Benefits

  • Efficient gloss reduction from satin to matte finish
  • Polypropylene improves burnish resistance vs. inorganic flattening agents
  • PTFE provides additional abrasion resistance, enhanced lubricity and surface slip
  • Density optimized for maximum stability in water based and energy curable systems
  • Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings

Functions: Flattener

Chemical Family: Blends & Combinations, Fluoropolymers

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

Features: Abrasion Resistance, Blocking Resistance, Burnish Resistance, Dirt Pickup Resistance, Good Lubricating Properties, Improved Slip

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies
Composition

Polypropylene/PTFE

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, solvent 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): powder coatings; 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)1.02g/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 31SA-50.