Products in Wood Coatings & Finishes: Solventless & High Solids Coat...

Efka® SL 3299 is a slip and leveling agent, known for its highly effective slip additive properties. It enhances scratch and abrasion resistance, improves anti-blocking characteristics, and contributes to better leveling, surface smoothness, and gloss. Additionally, it prevents floating and cratering. Due to its excellent compatibility, Efka® SL 3299 is particularly suitable for use in high-gloss clear wood coatings. It improves the orientation of matting agents in matted wood finishes and is recommended for various solvent-based wood coatings.

COL.9® 1200 serves as a binder, primarily used in building materials, solventless coatings, and stains. Notably, it offers good texture, contributing to the quality of these industrial applications. Its liquid form enhances its versatility in various formulations within the building materials sector.

Efka® RM 1469 is a multifunctional additive designed to serve as a rheology modifier, anti-sagging agent, and thickener. This versatile product is compatible with various polymers and resins, including polyurethanes (PU), acrylics, melamines and melamine formaldehydes (MF), and cellulose acetate butyrate (CAB), along with polyesters. It boasts features such as good shear viscosity and high gloss, making it a valuable addition to formulations where these properties are crucial.

Joncryl® 8385 is an anionic acrylic and acrylate-based dispersion that serves as a binder and resin in the coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers (CASE) industry. This liquid formulation finds its application in the realm of paints and coatings, specifically in architectural coatings and wood coatings and finishes. Within the building and construction sector, Joncryl® 8385 contributes to building envelope and roofing applications, particularly in architectural coatings. Its physical form, a stable liquid dispersion, ensures ease of handling and application. With a chemical composition rooted in acrylics and acrylates, Joncryl® 8385 embodies advanced technologies tailored for optimal performance in diverse coating formulations.

SILRES® WH is a water-thinnable, solventless emulsion of a functional silicone resin. Dilute solutions of SILRES® WH are used as high-quality water repellents for impregnating wood surfaces. Undiluted SILRES® WH can also be used as a high-quality hydrophobizing additive for aqueous wood coatings and wood stains.

VINNOL® H 40/55 is a copolymer comprising approximately 62 wt.% vinyl chloride (VC) and approximately 38 wt.% vinyl acetate (VAc). Its primary application lies in serving as a binder for surface coating compounds and printing inks. Functioning as a thermoplastic, physically drying binder, VINNOL® H 40/55 undergoes film formation once the solvent present in the formulation has evaporated.

VINNOL® H 40/43 is a copolymer composed of approximately 66 wt.% vinyl chloride (VC) and approximately 34 wt.% vinyl acetate (VAc). Its primary application is as a binder for surface coating compounds and printing inks. This thermoplastic binder undergoes physical drying, resulting in the formation of a film once the solvent in the formulation has evaporated.

HDK® H13L is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H13L is primarily used as a thickening, thixotropic, and anti-sedimentation agent in various applications such as coatings, printing inks, adhesives, and others. It finds its main application in polar systems. The strong hydrophobicity of HDK® H13L makes it particularly suitable for solvent-free systems, high solids formulations, and waterborne coatings.

VINNOL® H 40/60 is a copolymer composed of approximately 61 wt.% vinyl chloride (VC) and approximately 39 wt.% vinyl acetate (VAc). Primarily, it serves as a binder for surface coating compounds and printing inks. As a thermoplastic binder, VINNOL® H 40/60 undergoes physical drying, resulting in the formation of a film as the solvent in the formulation evaporates.

VINNOL® H 40/50 is a copolymer composed of approximately 63 wt.% vinyl chloride (VC) and approximately 37 wt.% vinyl acetate (VAc). Its primary application is as a binder for surface coating compounds and printing inks. This thermoplastic binder undergoes physical drying, resulting in the formation of a film as the solvent within the formulation evaporates.

Neol® Neopentyl Glycol Flakes is a colorless solid at room temperature (approx. 20°C) with a sweet odor. It is a bifunctional alcohol used in the synthesis of the following products: Resins, such as polyurethanes and polyesters Polyols, such as polyesters, polycarbonates and polycaprolactones Plasticizers

HDO® 1,6-Hexanediol Flakes is a bifunctional alcohol used in the synthesis of the following products: Resins, such as polyurethanes and polyesters Polyols, such as polyesters and polycarbonates Plasticizers

HDO® 1,6-Hexanediol Molten Low PCF is a bifunctional alcohol used in the synthesis of the following products: Resins, such as polyurethanes and polyesters Polyols, such as polyesters and polycarbonates Plasticizers

BASF 1,5-Pentanediol (PDO) is a colorless liquid at room temperature (20°C). It is miscible in water and organic solvents. It is a bifunctional alcohol used in the synthesis of the following products: Resins, such as polyurethanes and polyesters Polyols, such as polyesters and polycarbonates Plasticizers Piperidine

Neol® Neopentyl Glycol Sol. 90% is a colorless aqueous slurry with a mildly sweet odor. It is a bifunctional alcohol used in the synthesis of the following products: Resins, such as polyurethanes and polyesters Polyols, such as polyesters, polycarbonates and polycaprolactones Plasticizers

SILRES® SY 300 is a reactive, silanol-functional phenyl-propyl polysiloxane that serves as a solventless solid resin for modifying organic resins. It is specifically recommended for the production of air-drying silicone alkyds that comply with U.S. Federal Specifications TT-E-490 E/3 and TT-E-1593B.

EZ-Blox® optimizes the performance of alkyd-based paint and coating formulations by preventing surface skin formation due to contact with atmospheric oxygen when, between uses, such formulations sit in containers. EZ-Blox® is a breakthrough product that offers a safe, cost-effective replacement for MEKO, typically with equal efficacy and compatibility with other components in such formulations. With EU-REACH certification and low-toxicity, EZ-Blox® is ideal for paints and coatings producers looking to reformulate high-performance alkyd-based systems post ECHA’s reclassification of MEKO as a Carcinogen 1B substance on March 1, 2022.

HALOX® CZ-170 is a versatile pigment used in protective coating systems to inhibit corrosion and tannin staining. It is a great replacement for zinc oxide and can be used in high-gloss and thin-film applications due to its finer particle size and narrow distribution. With a gloss of over 75 units at 60° and a film thickness of less than 1.0 mils, or 25 microns, HALOX® CZ-170 is a great option for a variety of coating needs. It can be used to protect both metal and wood substrates, making it a universal option for coating systems.

SYNTHALAT A-TS 4399 is a polyisocyanate crosslinkable high-solid acrylic resin. It is recommended to use it with aliphatic polyisocyanates for 2-pack soft-feeling coatings. Also with other acrylics and aliphatic polyisocyanates as elastifiers for air- and overdrying 2 packs top coats, pigmented and clear with high elasticity, chemical-, petrol-, and weather resistance for vehicle coatings. It has applications in furniture, metal coatings, wood coatings and finishes, furniture coatings, and automotive OEM coatings.

SYNTHOLUX 432 PAA is a radition-curing, amine-modified, low-viscosity polyether acrylate. It is recommended to use it as a sole, highly reactive binder or together with other radiation-curing binders to increase flexibility. It has applications in industrial coatings, furniture coatings, wood flooring, automotive OEM coatings, and other printing applications. 

SYNTHALAT A-TS 3392 is a thermoplastic, high-solid acrylic resin. It is recommended for highly elastic, high-solid polyacrylic resin sealants or coatings in the construction sector. It has applications in Craft and hobby, architectural coatings, metal coatings, furniture coatings, wood coatings and finishes, stationary, art, and other office supplies.

SYNTHALAT QL 2060 is a really low-viscous, solvent-free alkyd resin with isophthalic acid. It can be used as a co-binder in combination with conventional solvent-based long-oil alkyds. Also, this can be used for wood stains. It has applications in furniture coatings, decorative paints, coatings and stains, and other consumer goods applications.

SYNTHOLUX 271 UA is a radiation-curing, aliphatic urethane acrylate dissolved in a reactive thinner. It is recommended to use it as a coating wood and paper. It can also be used as a sole binder or together with other radiation-curing binders to increase flexibility. It has applications in wood flooring, industrial coatings, furniture coatings, other packaging, and paper applications.

SYNTHALAT A-HD 8199 is a polyisocyanate-curing high-solids acrylic resin. It is used as a 2-pack-high solids furniture topcoat with an initial gloss. It has applications in metal coatings, wood flooring, industrial coatings, furniture coatings, wood coatings, and finishes.

SYNTHOESTER 215 HS is a hydroxyl group containing, high solid polyester resin. It is recommended to use it in combination with melamine resins and CAB for base coat enamels. It is also used with aliphatic polyisocyanates for air- and oven-drying 2-pack high-solid laquers and fillers with high mechanical properties, high gloss and body, and very good chemical and weather resistance. It has applications in primers and lacquers, marine transportation, wood flooring, industrial maintenance, marine coatings, and automotive OEM coatings.

SYNTHALAT QL 1910 is a high-solid, long-oil alkyd resin. This is suitable for premium decorative paints, interiors, and exteriors as well. It offers good gloss retention and low-dark yellowing. And this is predominantly used as a sole binder. It has applications in wood coatings and finishes, furniture coatings, decorative paints, and architectural coatings.

SYNTHALAT D 272 is a long-oil isophthalic acid alkyd resin. This is suitable for VOC-compliant wood stain, glaze, and clear coats with good penetration and weather resistance. It has very good compatibility with various medium- and long-oil alkyd resins. It has applications in industrial coatings, Craft and hobby, furniture coatings, wood flooring, and other packaging and paper applications.

SYNTHOESTER 1130 is a saturated polyester containing hydroxyl groups, modified with non-drying fatty acids. It is used in combination with isocyanate pre-polymers, such as Desmodur L, IL, HL, N, and VL, for air-drying two-component polyurethane coatings. It has applications in wood flooring, furniture coatings, industrial coatings, and wood coatings and finishes.

SYNTHOESTER 186 HS is a hydroxyl group containing, high-solid polyester resin. It is recommended to use it in combination with melamine resins and CAB for base-coat enamels. It can also be used with aliphatic polyisocyanates for air- and oven-drying 2-pack high-solid laquers and fillers with high mechanical properties, high gloss and body, and very good chemical and weather resistance. It has applications in marine transportation, marine coatings, automotive OEM coatings, metal coatings, wood coatings, and finishes.

SYNTHOESTER HD-165 is a polyester containing hydroxyl groups. It is recommended to use it in combination with aliphatic or aromatic polyisocyanates to obtain two-component coatings with low temperature flexibility and good weathering resistance. This can be used to elastify different acrylic resins. It has applications in metal coatings, industrial coatings, coil coatings, wood flooring, and automotive OEM coatings.

SYNTHOESTER 1110 is a branched, saturated polyester containing hydroxyl groups. Used in combination with aromatic polyisocyantes for air- and stove-drying two-component coatings. It is used with desmodur L as the crosslinking partner for anti-corrosive primers with excellent adhesion. It has applications in industrial coatings, wood flooring, furniture coatings, packaging, and paper applications.

SYNTHOLUX 197 PE is an aadiation-curing, low-viscosity polyester acrylate resin that is solvent-free. It is used in UV- and electron beam-curing primers and top coats for wood, paper, plastics, and printing inks. It has applications in construction adhesives, industrial adhesives and sealants, wood coatings, and finishes.

SYNTHOLUX 475 PE is a radiation-curing, fatty acid-modified polyester acrylate. It is used as a sole binder or combined with other radiation-curing binders for use in UV-curing printing inks. The resin is distinguished by its good pigment wetting. It has applications in furniture coatings, industrial coatings, wood flooring, and other printing and packaging applications.

Nicron® 503 is a high purity, 5-Hegman microcrystalline talc product with minimal viscosity build. Nicron® 503 is part of the Engineered Series of Magris Talc products that offer unique particle size distributions for improved paint performance properties. Nicron® 503 is an excellent choice for modern protective coating applications due to its hydrophobic nature, very low mineral solubility, and proven anti-corrosion performance. Nicron® 503 disperses easily in high-solids and solventborne coatings and gives very good paint stability, rheology, and anti-settling properties.

AFCONA 4017 is a polymeric dispersant mainly used for co-grinding. AFCONA 4017 is a polymeric dispersant mainly developed for co-grinding purposes for coil and can coating, heat cured polyester and acrylic, and epoxy, as well as polyurethane. This product does not depend on polarity and performs well in almost all resin systems, especially when co-grinding dark colors.

Lo-Vel® 2010 belongs to PPG's synthetic precipitated silica product line, which reduces the gloss of coatings, varnishes, and other finishes. It offers high flatting efficiency, compatibility with various coating systems, and ease of redispersion. This product line delivers a balance of clarity and flatting for overprint varnish and topcoats. It can be used in solvent- or water-based coatings, high-solids, 100%-solids, and 2K systems, making it a versatile solution for a wide range of applications.