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Propyltex® 325S

1 of 23 products in this brand

Propyltex® 325S is Micronized polypropylene for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings.

Features and Benefits

  • Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
  • Adds a mild texture effect to the coating surface
  • Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
  • Does not lower COF; ideal for non-skid surfaces
  • Narrow cut mean particle size grade available for maximum texture control
  • For a finer texture, try PropylMatte 31

Chemical Family: Polyethylene Waxes, Polyethylenes, Polyolefins, Polypropylenes (PP)

Functions: Flattener, Processing Aid, Surface Modifier

Features: Abrasion Resistance, Anti-Blocking, Blocking Resistance, Burnish Resistance, Excellent Lubricity, Excellent Scratch Resistance, Flame Resistant, Good Abrasion Resistance, Good Gloss Retention, Good Mold Release, Good Toughness, High Durability, High Molecular Weight, Low Gloss, Matting, Medium Slip, Provides Good Texture, Skid Resistant, Slip Resistance, Water Resistant

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Polyethylene Waxes,

Polyethylenes,

Polyolefins,

Polypropylenes (PP)

Chemical Name

Polypropylene

CASE Ingredients Functions

Flattener,

Surface Modifier

Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Processing Aid

CAS No.
9003-07-0
EC No.
618-352-4
Technologies

CASE Ingredients,

Elastomers

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Surface Modifiers

Elastomers — Elastomer Additives

Processing Aids

Composition

Polypropylene

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features

Abrasion Resistance,

Blocking Resistance,

Burnish Resistance,

Excellent Scratch Resistance,

Good Gloss Retention,

Good Toughness,

High Durability,

Provides Good Texture,

Slip Resistance

Materials Features

Anti-Blocking,

Excellent Lubricity,

Flame Resistant,

Good Abrasion Resistance,

Good Mold Release,

High Durability,

High Molecular Weight,

Low Gloss,

Matting,

Medium Slip,

Skid Resistant,

Water Resistant

Applications & Uses

Markets

Building & Construction,

Industrial,

Paints & Coatings,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction

Architectural Coatings,

Floor Coatings,

Wood Coatings & Finishes

Building & Construction — Building Envelope & Roofing

Architectural Coatings

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Equipment & Parts

Building & Construction — Flooring & Surfaces

Floor Coatings

Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings

Industrial Coatings

Printing & Packaging — Packaging Coatings

Can Coatings

Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings

Can Coatings

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Leather,

Masonry,

Metal,

Plastics,

Wood

Coating Type

Sealer,

Solventborne Coating,

Stains,

Varnishes,

Waterborne Coating

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

O Rings

Use Level
2.0 - 5.0 (depending on the level of gloss reduction desired)
Systems and Applications

Water based, solvent based, industrial coatings including metal, plastics and masonry, architectural wall and trim paints; stains, sealers and varnishes; wood coatings; floor coatings.

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Appearance
White Powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (25°C)0.89g/cc—
Maximum Particle Size (325 mesh)44μm—
Mean Particle Size10.0 - 15.0μm—
Melting Point160 - 170°C—
Natural or Naturally DerivedNo——

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

ISO 9001,

REACH (Europe)

Chemical Inventories

TSCA (USA)