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SILRES® BS 168 is a water-based, solvent-free, and silicone-based pH adjuster that is specifically used in waterborne emulsion paints. It serves the purpose of improving pH adjustment and wet abrasion resistance in paint formulations. This product is particularly suitable for formulating low VOC (volatile organic compound) and low odor paints, meeting the requirements for environmentally friendly and sustainable coating solutions. By using SILRES® BS 168, paint manufacturers can achieve effective pH adjustment while maintaining excellent wet abrasion resistance properties.

Functions: Buffers & pH Stabilizer

Chemical Family: Silicones

End Uses: Solventless & High Solids Coating, Waterborne Coating

Labeling Claims: Low VOC

Features: Abrasion Resistance, Excellent Stability, Improved Mechanical Resistance, Low Odor, Low VOC, Water Resistance

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
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Technologies

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Application Details
  • For ease of application and better handling properties, a dilution of SILRES® BS 168 with water (i.e. 1:3) is recommended prior adding in a formulation.
  • Addition under stirring is recommended in order to avoid local high pH values. The dosage of SILRES® BS 168 depends on the formulation of the paint.
  • The right amount should be determined by adding SILRES® BS 168 till the pH needed is obtained (i.e. 9,5 for a standard paint).
  • The provision of the information contained herein does not constitute a release from the obligation to conduct independent investigations prior to its use for possible infringement of intellectual property rights of third parties.
  • Improved pH Adjustment and Wet Abrasion Resistance

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to hazy colorless
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (at 25°C, 1013 hPa)1.4g/cm³
pH (at 25°C)13 - 14Indicator strips
Solids Content (at 150°C, 1 hour, 1 gram)55 .%
Properties

Formulated paints containing SILRES® BS 168 show:

  • Excellent storage stability
  • Excellent pH stability
  • Improved mechanical resistance
  • Improved water resistance

SILRES® BS 168 is suitable to formulate low VOC and low odor paints.

Packaging & Availability

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

Storage beyond the date specified on the label does not necessarily mean that the product is no longer usable. In this case however, the properties required for the intended use must be checked for quality assurance reasons.