Products in Dispersing & Wetting Additives: Wetting Agent

Hydropalat® WE 3650 is a low-foaming wetting agent with key benefits including highly effective wetting for water-based coatings and ink applications, excellent dynamic surface tension reduction in combination with low foam stabilization, and suitability for lacquers or inks experiencing substrate wetting or cratering issues. Due to its excellent wetting properties, the product can also positively affect ink transfer and adhesion.

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.

Hydropalat® WE 3171 operates primarily as a wetting agent, essential for enhancing the efficacy of various formulations. Its role transcends conventional wetting agents due to its exceptional attributes that contribute to improved substrate wetting, a crucial factor in numerous applications across industries. Notably, this solution is endorsed for its adherence to environmentally conscious practices, boasting a label claim of being APEO-free. Its significance extends to the construction and building sectors, where its application enhances the performance of coatings, adhesives, and sealants. Beyond mere wetting capabilities, Hydropalat® WE 3171 exhibits remarkable stability against freeze/thaw cycles, ensuring consistent performance even in fluctuating environmental conditions.

Hydropalat® WE 3437 serves as a wetting agent and emulsifier, offering excellent substrate wetting, emulsification capabilities, gloss improvement, and pigment wetting. It functions as an anionic surfactant and is presented as a colorless to slightly yellowish liquid. It serves as a surfactant, wetting agent, anionic surfactant, and emulsifier. Notably, it carries labeling claims of being silicone-free, solvent-free, and APEO-free. Hydropalat® WE 3437 proves to be an effective anionic wetting agent and emulsifier specifically tailored for waterborne coatings and inks.

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 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.

Hydropalat® WE 3437 ED is a versatile liquid that functions as an emulsifier, anionic surfactant, and wetting agent. Formulated with alkyl ether sulfates, sodium salts, and fatty alcohols, this product boasts features such as improved substrate wetting, good pigment wetting, and high gloss. With a commitment to environmental considerations, it is labeled as solvent-free and APEO-free, making it an ideal choice for applications where these qualities are crucial.

Hydropalat® WE 3186 functions as a wetting agent primarily used in waterborne coatings. It finds application across various sectors such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and in the paints, coatings, printing, and packaging industries. It typically comes in liquid form.

Alamine® 304-1 is a liquid emulsifier and wetting agent, specially designed for use in the printing and packaging industry, particularly in printing inks. As a versatile CASE ingredient, it excels in various printing applications beyond conventional uses. Its liquid form ensures easy handling and incorporation into formulations. With advanced emulsification and wetting technologies, Alamine® 304-1 contributes to enhanced performance, promoting effective emulsification and wetting processes in printing applications.

Hydropalat® WE 3155 is a versatile chemical compound designed to function as both a wetting agent and a surfactant, proving beneficial in various applications. It belongs to the chemical family of alkoxylates, known for its diverse properties and functionalities. In the realm of CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers) ingredients, Hydropalat® WE 3155 plays a significant role, contributing to the broader category of dispersing and wetting additives. Its multifunctional capabilities make it a valuable ingredient for enhancing surface properties and ensuring proper dispersion in numerous formulations across different industries.

FoamStar® PB 2724 is a defoamer that is free from mineral oil and silicone oils. It improves stability, provides resistance against temperature fluctuations, eases pigment dispersion, lowers water absorption, and enhances resistance against water marks. Used as a foam-inhibiting wetting agent in the manufacture of emulsion paints and polymer emulsions, it can also serve as a defoamer in printing pastes and glues applied in printing plants. Additionally, FoamStar® PB 2724 may be an ingredient in the manufacture of anti-foaming agents for various applications.

Hydropalat® WE 3130 functions as a wetting agent primarily used in waterborne coatings. It finds application across various sectors such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and in the paints, coatings, printing, and packaging industries. It typically comes in liquid form.

Efka® FL 3730 is a liquid solution renowned for its dual functionality as a wetting agent and leveling agent. Tailored for use in CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers) ingredients, this versatile product excels in various coating applications, including solventless and high-solids coating, solventborne coating, and waterborne coating. With its advanced technology, Efka® FL 3730 ensures optimal wetting and leveling performance. In a convenient liquid form, this product seamlessly integrates into industrial processes, making it an ideal choice for a range of coating needs.

Hydropalat® WE 3123 functions as a wetting agent primarily used in waterborne coatings. It finds application across various sectors such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and in the paints, coatings, printing, and packaging industries. It typically comes in solid form.

Efka® FL 3930 is an innovative powder formulation designed to function as a wetting agent and leveling agent. Tailored for compatibility with polyurethanes (PU), epoxies (EP), and polyesters, this versatile powder ensures effective performance across various polymers and resins. Efka® FL 3930, in its powder form, offers convenience and ease of use.

Kauropal K serves as a wetting agent and is presented in liquid form. It is classified as a CASE ingredient and is known for its good anti-static properties. This product falls into the dispersing and wetting additives product family.

Hydropalat® WE 3642 functions as a wetting agent primarily used in waterborne coatings. It finds application across various sectors such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and in the paints, coatings, printing, and packaging industries. It typically comes in liquid form.

Hydropalat® WE 3307 serves as an essential wetting agent, providing a pivotal function in a range of applications across industries. As a member of the Alcohol Ethoxylates chemical family, it displays remarkable efficiency in facilitating improved surface spreading and wetting. This wetting agent excels in the realm of coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers (CASE), where its implementation significantly enhances the performance of formulations. The application of Hydropalat® WE 3307 is rooted in its exceptional ability to reduce the surface tension of liquids, ensuring even, consistent coverage and adhesion. Its versatility and compatibility with various systems and substrates further emphasize its relevance in industries focusing on CASE ingredients.

Hydropalat® WE 3127 functions as a wetting agent primarily used in waterborne coatings. It finds application across various sectors such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and in the paints, coatings, printing, and packaging industries. It typically comes in liquid form.

Hydropalat® WE 3112 functions as a wetting agent primarily used in waterborne coatings. It finds application across various sectors such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and in the paints, coatings, printing, and packaging industries. It typically comes in liquid form.

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.

Hydropalat® WE 3106 functions as a wetting agent primarily used in waterborne coatings. It finds application across various sectors such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and in the paints, coatings, printing, and packaging industries. It typically comes in liquid form.

Efka® FA 4663 AN is a versatile liquid additive with a range of functions, including wetting agent, dispersant, thickener, anti-floating agent, rheology modifier, grinding aid, and gelling agent. Compatible with epoxies (EP), alkyds, and acrylics, this product offers a comprehensive solution for various formulations.

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.

Efka® SL 3883 is a reactive slip and leveling agent. It offers improved slip, surface smoothness, increased anti-blocking effect, good substrate wetting, and even distribution of matting agents. The chemical nature involves a polysiloxane-modified polymer with unsaturated terminal groups. Reactive groups crosslink with coating and printing ink systems cured by photo initiators or peroxides. It finds applications in various coatings, especially wood and plastic coatings and paper finishes, cured by vinyl polymerization.

Efka® FL 3340 is a versatile product renowned for its role as a wetting agent and leveling agent in solventless and high-solids coating, solventborne coating, and waterborne coating applications. In its liquid form, this additive significantly boosts the performance of coatings across various formulations.

Efka® SL 3259 is a liquid formulation crafted to serve as a slip agent, wetting agent, and leveling agent. This versatile solution offers good compatibility and high gloss while enhancing substrate wetting and scratch resistance. In its liquid form, Efka® SL 3259 ensures ease of application. Ideal for waterborne, solventless/high solids, and solventborne coatings, it brings innovation to coatings by providing essential functions along with superior properties for substrate wetting, gloss, and scratch resistance.

Hydropalat® WE 3120 is a colorless, low-foaming liquid wetting agent designed for the printing inks and adhesives industry. It serves as an effective low-foaming wetting agent for emulsion paints and fountain solutions, showcasing excellent stability in both alkali and acidic environments, along with good water solubility. Recommended for use in formulating aqueous paints and printing inks, Hydropalat® WE 3120 also demonstrates proficient antifoam properties across various applications.

Hydropalat® WE 3104 serves as an effective wetting agent within its function, belonging to the chemical family of alcohols and diols, while being integral in CASE ingredient technologies and playing a vital role within the product families associated with dispersing and wetting additives.

Hydropalat® WE 3161, functioning as a wetting agent, is designed for waterborne coatings in applications like automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, architectural coatings, roof coatings, wood coatings, and finishes. Its liquid physical form contributes to its ease of incorporation in formulations.

Efka® WE 3110 is a liquid formulation designed to function as a wetting agent and leveling agent, specifically compatible with alkyds. Ideal for use in solventless/high solids, solventborne, and waterborne coatings, Efka® WE 3110, in its liquid form, ensures easy and efficient application.

Hydropalat® WE 3220 is a silicone surfactant that improves substrate wetting in aqueous systems. It exhibits excellent wetting properties in aqueous industrial, wood, automotive, and exterior paints and coatings, with a strong reduction of surface tension and no increase in surface slip. It has a minor impact on inter-coat adhesion and recoatability, and it is solvent-free.

Hydropalat® WE 3432 functions as a wetting agent primarily used in waterborne coatings. It finds application across various sectors such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and in the paints, coatings, printing, and packaging industries. It typically comes in liquid form.

Hydropalat® WE 3645 functions as a wetting agent primarily used in waterborne coatings. It finds application across various sectors such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and in the paints, coatings, printing, and packaging industries. It typically comes in liquid form.

Efka® SL 3239 is a dynamic liquid formulation designed to function as a defoamer, wetting agent, and leveling agent. Compatible with acrylics, polyesters, and alkyds, this versatile solution caters to various polymers and resins. Efka® SL 3239, in its liquid form, ensures easy and efficient application.

Hydropalat® WE 3225 is a silicone-based wetting agent with notable defoaming properties. It exhibits excellent substrate wetting and compatibility within aqueous coating formulations. This product presents a pronounced defoaming action, specifically designed for various types of aqueous coating formulations. It seamlessly merges outstanding compatibility and wetting capabilities with efficient defoaming properties.