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HDK® H16

HDK® H16 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H16 is applied as a thickening and thixotropic agent in composites, coatings, adhesives, and sealants, especially in vinylester, epoxy, and polyurethane systems. It also finds applications in adhesives.

Brand: HDK (36 products)

Functions: Rheology Modifier, Thickener, Thixotrope

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Epoxies (EP), Polyurethanes (PU), Vinyl Esters

Chemical Family: Silica

Synonyms: Fumed Silica, Silica, Silicon Dioxide

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Applications

Adhesives

Application Details

HDK® H16 is applied as a thickening and thixotropic agent in composites, coatings, adhesives and sealants, especially in vinylester, epoxy and polyurethane systems. It is not suitable for pharmaceuticals, food and feed. A good dispersion of HDK® H16 is a must to assure optimum performance.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White colloidal powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
BET Surface (of the hydrophobic silica)approx. 120 m²/gDIN ISO 9277 DIN 66132
Density (at 20°C, SiO₂)approx. 2.2 g/cm³DIN 51757
Residual Silanol Content25%-
SiO₂ (based on the substance heatet at 1000°C for 2 hours)min. 99.8%DIN EN ISO 3262-19
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
BET Surface (of the hydrophilic silica)130 - 170 m²/gDIN ISO 9277 DIN 66132
Carbon Content3.0 - 4.2 %DIN ISO 10694
Loss on Drying (at 105°C, 2 hours)max. 0.6 %DIN EN ISO 787-2
pH (in 4% dispersion, 1:1 mixture of water-methanol)4.0 - 6.8-DIN EN ISO 787-9
Sieve Residue (min. 40 µm)max. 0.3 %DIN EN ISO 787-18, Mocker Apparatus
Surface ModificationPolydimethylsiloxy--
Tamped Densityapprox. 50 g/lDIN EN ISO 787-11
Properties

White colloidal powder of high purity.

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Safety Notes

During transportation and processing HDK® H16 may cause electrostatic charges. Like other amorphous silicas HDK® H16 does not show either carcinogenic (IARC classification, Volume 68, 1997) or mutagenic properties.

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • Middle East
  • North America
  • Oceania
Packaging Information

Pallet with paper bags: 10 kg bags.

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

HDK® H16 should be stored in the original packaging in dry storage areas.