Products in Decorative Paints: Dispersant

Dispex® AA 4135, another derivative of low-viscosity dispersing agents for water-based coating systems, is especially suitable for the dispersion of inorganic pigments and fillers. It is presented in liquid form and serves as an all-purpose polymeric dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments.

Rheovis® HS 1212 is a rheology modifier. It is an outstanding rheology-control agent for water-based coatings, increasing viscosity in the mid-shear range. The polymer provides the rheology-control effect through extensive swelling of the high-molecular-weight polymer in combination with a hydrophobic component in alkali, in the presence of water. This leads to superior coatings build-up and low spattering, making it ideal for a broad range of matte to semi-gloss interior and exterior coatings.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4480 is a low molecular weight wetting and dispersing agent with excellent pigment wetting properties, especially suitable for coatings and aqueous pigment pastes. In viscous liquid form, Dispex® Ultra FA 4480 demonstrates excellent wetting and dispersing properties in aqueous, binder, and solvent-free pigment pastes, providing outstanding flow properties even at high pigment loads.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4416 is an outstanding wetting and dispersing agent for aqueous coatings, providing high gloss, excellent color strength, and excellent rub-out properties. Presented in yellow, viscous liquid form, Dispex® Ultra FA 4416 is ideal for aqueous top coats based on various binder types such as polyester solutions, polyacrylics, and PUR-emulsions.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4484 is a dispersing agent recommended for inorganic pigments in both water- and solvent-based paint systems, especially for label-free colorants. In clear, viscous liquid form, Dispex® Ultra FA 4484 serves as a dispersing and wetting agent for the formulation of VOC-free systems, particularly universal colorants. It is specifically designed for use in label-free colorants and paints complying with eco-label standards.

Rheovis® PU 1190 is a polyurethane-based associative thickener, a solvent-free non-ionic rheology additive with strong thickening properties at low shear stress. It achieves higher pseudoplastic viscosities compared to other PUR thickeners, offering excellent film-forming properties, good pigment wetting, and high UV stability.

Dispex® Ultra PX 4522 is a low-foaming nonionic wetting and dispersing agent with excellent pigment wetting properties, especially suitable for aqueous and universal pigment concentrates. In colorless, slightly cloudy liquid form, Dispex® Ultra PX 4522 is designed to provide effective wetting and dispersing properties.

Rheovis® HS 1332 is a rheology modifier. It is an excellent rheology-control agent for water-based coatings, increasing viscosity in the mid- to high-shear range. The polymer provides the rheology-control effect through extensive swelling of the high-molecular-weight polymer in combination with a hydrophobic component. This leads to superior rheology build and low spattering, making it ideal for a broad range of matte to semi-gloss interior and exterior coatings.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4488 is a dispersing agent recommended for all kinds of pigments in both water- and solvent-based paint systems, especially those developed for label-free colorants. In amber liquid form, Dispex® Ultra FA 4488 serves as a dispersing and wetting agent for the formulation of VOC-free systems, particularly universal colorants.

Rheovis® HS 1162 is an outstanding rheology modifier for water-based coatings with an extremely low-shear to thixotropic flow behavior. It provides rheology control through extensive swelling of the high-molecular-weight polymer in combination with a hydrophobic component, resulting in an excellent balance between sag resistance and leveling, making it ideal for airless spray applications or non-dripping paints and stains.

Dispex® Ultra PX 4275 is a polymeric wetting and dispersing agent for high-quality aqueous coatings and pigment pastes. Recommended for highly loaded pigment pastes, it exhibits outstanding flow properties and a low foaming tendency. It is in clear, light yellow to amber liquid form, Dispex® Ultra PX 4275 is an effective wetting and dispersing agent.

Dispex® Ultra PX 4525 is a universal dispersant for all kinds of pigments in both water- and solvent-based paint systems, especially developed for label-free colorants. Due to its chemical nature, it provides excellent compatibility and color development in polar and non-polar paint systems, resulting in excellent color development, higher pigment loading, and optimum color acceptance of colorants in base paints.

Rheovis® HS 1152 functions as a rheology modifier and is an outstanding rheology-control agent for water-based coatings. It increases viscosity in the low-shear range and develops a pseudoplastic (shear-thinning) viscosity. The polymer achieves rheology control through extensive swelling of a high-molecular-weight polymer in combination with a hydrophobic component.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4483 is an excellent dispersing agent for inorganic pigments. In clear, viscous liquid form, Dispex® Ultra FA 4483 is well-suited for dispersing inorganic pigments like iron oxide, titanium dioxide, calcium sulfate (gypsum), etc.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4420 is a dispersing agent that stabilizes inorganic and organic pigments in water and solvents. In addition, Dispex® Ultra FA 4420 makes the polar ingredients of universal colorants which are used in non-polar solvent-based paints more compatible.

Dispex® CX 4234 is a hydrophobic dispersant for interior and exterior architectural coatings, offering advantages such as excellent scrub resistance, early blister resistance at high humidities, excellent gloss development, good color acceptance, good dispersant efficiency, excellent associative thickener synergism, compatibility with all kinds of emulsions, and suitability for both interior and exterior architectural coatings.

Dispex® AA 4140 is a derivative of a family of highly effective, low-viscosity dispersing agents for water-based coating systems, especially suitable for the dispersion of inorganic pigments and fillers. It is a solution of a sodium salt of an acrylic polymer in water and serves as an ideal dispersing agent for a wide range of water-based coatings. Offering improved storage stability for both pigment dispersion and formulated paint compared to inorganic dispersing agents, Dispex® AA 4140 exhibits little or no adverse reaction to high temperatures or pH changes.

Dispex® Ultra PA 4550 is a high-molecular-weight dispersing agent that stabilizes the pigment dispersion of inorganic and organic pigments. It improves gloss, color strength, flocculation stability, and anti-flooding behavior. In clear, slightly yellowish liquid form, Dispex® Ultra PA 4550 enhances various properties of pigment dispersions.

Dispex® AA 4030 is an effective polymeric dispersing agent based on acrylic acid ammonium salt, characterized by its yellowish liquid form. It demonstrates excellent dispersing efficiency for inorganic pigments and extenders, high efficiency, and synergistic effects in combination with polyphosphates.

Dispex® CX 4231 is an effective dispersing additive for inorganic fillers and pigments in exterior paints, gloss paints, and primers. Its pronounced hydrophobic character reduces snail trails and water uptake. This effective polymeric ammonium salt of a carboxylic acid copolymer is particularly effective for dispersing inorganic fillers and pigments in exterior paints, gloss paints, and primers, presented in yellowish liquid form.

Dispex® AA 4040, a derivative of highly effective, low-viscosity dispersing agents for water-based coating systems, is especially suitable for the dispersion of inorganic pigments and fillers. It presents itself in straw-colored liquid form and is an ideal dispersing agent for a wide range of water-based coatings.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4404 is a partially neutralized chelating agent suitable for use in the manufacture of pigment suspensions, emulsion paints, slurries, etc. It combines the properties of a chelating agent and polyphosphate with those of an organic dispersant, yielding highly concentrated, stable, and low-viscosity inorganic pigment suspensions. Dispex® Ultra FA 4404 is presented in a clear, light-yellow liquid form and can be combined with Dispex® Ultra FA 4480 to achieve stable inorganic pigment pastes.

Dispex® HIDE AA 4545 is an anionic dispersing agent based on polyacrylic acid, designed to maximize the utilization of titanium dioxide in combination with fillers and extenders in architectural coatings. This hydrophilic dispersing agent is specifically tailored for use in decorative coatings to optimize the performance of titanium dioxide, resulting in improved hiding power, spreading rates, and cost savings. Dispex® HIDE AA 4545 is recommended for use with other components of the opacity toolbox, such as Acronal® HIDE 6296 and Aqacell® HIDE 6299, to create economical high-quality paints.

Dispex® Ultra FA 4437 is a color acceptance improver for aqueous coatings, functioning as a surface-active flow additive with good wetting properties on difficult-to-wet substrates. It effectively reduces color acceptance problems and prevents surface defects like craters, fisheyes, and pinholes. The product exhibits a strong affinity to pigment surfaces.

Dispex® CX 4340 is a highly effective, low-viscosity dispersing agent for water-based coating systems, especially suitable for the dispersion of inorganic pigments. It allows formulations of high-gloss or low-pigment-volume concentration coatings in addition to standard matte formulations. Dispex® CX 4340 is presented in a straw-colored liquid form.

Dispex® CX 4320 AJ serves multiple functions: it acts as a surfactant and dispersant and comes in a liquid form. It caters to various markets, including agriculture and feed, automotive and transportation, building and construction, and paints and coatings. In the realm of paints and coatings, it finds application in automotive and transportation, specifically in automotive OEM coatings; building and construction, spanning architectural coatings, decorative paints, wood coatings, building envelopes, and roofing materials and finishes; and industrial coatings, serving diverse industrial needs. Additionally, within the agriculture and feed sectors, it contributes to pest control, specifically agricultural pest control. This formulation has a broad spectrum of applications across several industries.

Dispex® Ultra PA 4560 is a high-molecular-weight dispersing agent that stabilizes the pigment dispersion of inorganic and organic pigments, enhancing properties such as gloss, color strength, flocculation stability, and anti-flooding behavior. When combined with Dispex® Ultra PA 4503, it is suitable for formulating VOC-free tinting concentrates for both water- and solvent-based decorative paints, exhibiting excellent compatibility that allows incorporation with low shear forces.

Dispex® Ultra PA 4503 is a dispersing resin with self-emulsifying properties, suitable for the production of VOC-free pigment concentrates and systems with a wide pH range. In clear, yellowish liquid form, Dispex® Ultra PA 4503 acts as a dispersing resin, contributing to the production of VOC-free pigment concentrates.

Dispex® AA 4145 is a highly effective polymeric dispersing agent based on acrylic acid sodium salt. It serves as a versatile solution for dispersing inorganic fillers and pigments. Being anionic in nature and supplied in the form of a sodium salt, Dispex® AA 4145 exhibits excellent dispersing efficiency for inorganic pigments and extenders. Its high efficiency is further complemented by synergistic effects when used in combination with polyphosphates. Additionally, Dispex® AA 4145 boasts excellent storage stability, making it a reliable choice for various applications in the realm of dispersion technology.

Efka® PU 4009 is a polymeric dispersant for both inorganic and organic pigments. It results in reduced dispersing time, improved gloss, prevention of flooding and floating, and higher color strength. Due to its favorable combination of price and performance, Efka® PU 4009 is a compelling substitute for conventional wetting and dispersing agents.

Efka® FA 4608 is a liquid powerhouse designed to excel as a wetting agent, emulsifier, and dispersant. This versatile formulation boasts features such as high gloss, floating resistance, and flooding resistance. In its liquid form, Efka® FA 4608 ensures easy application.

Rheovis® VP 1231 is a rheology modifier that, unlike traditional acrylic thickeners effective in alkaline pH, has its maximum thickening effect in polymer dispersions at a pH of about 5. It can be used as a protective colloid in the production of resin dispersions and is suitable when resin solutions are mixed with polymer dispersions.

Rheovis® PU 1214 is a polyurethane-based associative thickener, a non-ionic rheology additive for aqueous systems with low shear thinning. It is designed to improve the application and hiding properties of emulsion paints and adhesives, offering superior hiding power in brush application and minimal roller spatter. Additionally, it provides excellent flow-promoting properties, very good scrub and scuff resistances, and low shear thinning. Its chemical nature is a polyurethane polymer in water/butoxytriglycol.

Rheovis® HS 1169 is a rheology modifier. It is a highly efficient, hydrophobic modified acrylic thickener (HASE) with pronounced pseudoplastic (low-shear) flow behavior for many aqueous paint and coating systems. It is especially suited for interior paints, exterior paints, elastomeric coatings, textured finishes, and wood coatings for brush and spray applications. Rheovis® HS 1169 offers performance highlights such as outstanding thickening efficiency and pronounced pseudoplastic (low-shear) flow behavior.

Bermocoll EHM Extra is an associative non-ionic, water-soluble cellulose ether that improves the rheological properties of water-based paints.

Alcosperse 602N a liquid acrylate homopolymer. It can be used as a dispersant for a wide range of pigments and fillers in waterborne systems for paint, coatings and printing inks. It is especially effective for dispersing TiO2, CaCO3, and mineral clays in waterborne systems. Benefits  Excellent dispersion of a wide range of pigments and fillers Outstanding hydrolytic stability Compatible with most surfactants Features VOC-free Low molecular weight Incorporates easily into formulations Easy to handle Watermark resistance