Products in Paints & Coatings: Dispersant

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® 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 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® Ultra PA 4580, belonging to the polyacrylates chemical family, is a liquid serving as both a dispersant and a surfactant. Its versatile applications span across multiple markets, including agriculture and feed, automotive and transportation, building and construction, consumer goods, and paints and 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® 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 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® CX 4240 is a highly efficient, low-viscosity, straw-colored liquid dispersing agent formulated for water-based coating systems. It is particularly suitable for dispersing inorganic pigments, enabling the creation of high-gloss coatings with low pigment volume concentration, in addition to standard matte formulations. Dispex® CX 4240 serves as an ideal dispersing agent across a broad spectrum of water-based coatings.

Dispex® Ultra PA 4590 serves multiple functions: dispersant, surfactant, and case ingredient. It features improved coating hiding power and excellent capabilities for loading mineral fillers. Additionally, it exhibits excellent wetting behavior, good color sstability, ahigh gloss, and a low molecular weight. This product caters to various mmarkets,including agriculture and feed, automotive and transportation, building and construction, and paints and ccoatingapplications. Specifically, in the realm of paints and coatings, it finds application in automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, and other automotive and transportation coatings.

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.

Dispex® Ultra PA 4516 serves multiple functions: it acts as a dispersant and surfactant, enhancing the features of case ingredients to improve coating hiding power. It boasts excellent capabilities for loading mineral fillers, displays superior wetting behavior, maintains good color stability, offers high gloss, and possesses a low molecular weight. It caters to various markets, including agriculture and feed, automotive and transportation, building and construction, anpaintts and coating applications.

Dispex® CX 4230 is a clear, light yellow-to-amber liquid hydrophobic dispersant designed for use in architectural paints and coatings. It is utilized to disperse titanium dioxide and extender pigments effectively in these applications. This dispersant presents several advantages, including early blister resistance even at high humidity levels, excellent gloss development, superior color acceptance, good dispersant efficiency, and highly competitive cost performance compared to other hydrophobic dispersants.

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® Ultra PA 4530 is a product which serves as a liquid dispersant and surfactant across various markets, including agriculture and feed, automotive and transportation, and paints and coatings. Noteworthy features include its ability to maintain high color strength and viscosity stability.

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® PU 4055 is a liquid formulation designed for multiple functions as both an emulsifier and a dispersant. Tailored for use in CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers) ingredients, this versatile liquid solution offers dual capabilities. With its advanced technologies, Efka® PU 4055 is well-suited for applications in the automotive, transportation, and paints and coatings markets. In a convenient liquid form, this product seamlessly integrates into industrial processes, ensuring optimal performance in emulsification and dispersion.

Efka® FA 4666 is a low-molecular-weight dispersing agent that helps prevent interfacial tension between hydrophilic pigments, extenders, and binder. With advantages such as reduced dispersing time, reduced pigment sedimentation, and prevention of flooding and floating, Efka® FA 4666 is presented in transparent, slightly brownish liquid form.

Efka® PU 4080 is a versatile liquid formulation designed to serve as both an emulsifier and a dispersant. This product, specialized for use in CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers) ingredients, offers dual functionality. In a convenient liquid form, Efka® PU 4080 seamlessly integrates into industrial processes, ensuring optimal performance in both emulsification and dispersion.

Efka® FA 4610 is a low-molecular-weight dispersing agent, reducing dispersing time, increasing pigment load, and improving gloss and flow. Is in a transparent, slightly yellowish liquid form, Efka® FA 4610 enhances the efficiency of dispersing agents.

Efka® FA 4620 is a low-molecular-weight dispersing agent suitable for use in solvent- and water-based systems. It is very efficient at wetting and dispersing fillers, extenders, and inorganic pigments. In clear, brownish liquid form, Efka® FA 4620 serves as a versatile dispersing agent.

Efka® FA 4663 is a dispersant and grinding aid, acting as an anti-settling and anti-floating agent for paints, coatings, and inks. Additionally, it serves as a gelling aid for organically modified bentonite. In clear, brownish liquid form, Efka® FA 4663 enhances various properties of coatings and inks.

Efka® PA 4450 is a powerful liquid formulation designed to serve as an emulsifier and dispersant. Compatible with polyurethanes (PU), polyethylenes (PE), epoxies (EP), acrylics, polyesters, and alkyds, this versatile solution caters to a wide range of polymers and resins. Efka® PA 4450, in its liquid form, ensures ease of application. Notably, it features high color strength, enhancing the overall performance of formulations.

Efka® FA 4642 is a liquid dispersant and defoamer belonging to the chemical family of fatty acids. Tailored for end-use applications such as primer, this liquid formulation serves essential functions in dispersing components and mitigating foam-related issues within the specified context.

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.

Efka® FA 4644 is a low-molecular-weight dispersing agent that reduces the interfacial tension between pigments or extenders and the vehicle. In transparent, yellowish liquid form, Efka® FA 4644 contributes to the stability of pigment dispersions.

Efka® PX 4731 is a versatile product, acts as a dispersant and defoamer in applications like radiation curable ink, solventborne ink, and coil coating. With features such as high color strength, high gloss, and viscosity stability, it finds application in automotive OEM coatings, consumer goods, including coil coatings, furniture coatings, industrial coatings, and industrial maintenance coatings. This liquid additive enhances the overall performance of formulations.

Efka® PX 4780 is a liquid formulation designed to function as an emulsifier and dispersant. This versatile solution caters to diverse markets, including automotive and transportation, consumer goods, paints and coatings, and printing and packaging. In its liquid form, Efka® PX 4780 ensures easy and efficient application.

Efka® FA 4611 is a solvent-free wetting and dispersing agent with acidic groups, excellently suited for solvent-borne and solvent-free coatings and printing inks. Is in a clear, slightly yellowish liquid form, Efka® FA 4611 demonstrates broad compatibility in a wide range of resin systems.

Efka® SL 3035 is a slip and leveling agent that improves leveling, increases slip and mar resistance, offers better compatibility compared to pure dimethylpolysiloxane, particularly in polar systems, prevents floating, and is resistant to hydrolysis. It can be used in both water- and solvent-based coatings, and due to its excellent compatibility, Efka® SL 3035 is particularly recommended for polyurethane and polyester wood coatings, helping prevent curtain rupture in curtain coating applications.

Efka® PU 4020 is another polymeric dispersant for inorganic and organic pigments, offering similar benefits as PU 4009, including reduced dispersing time, improved gloss, prevention of flooding and floating, and higher color strength.

Efka® PB 2021 is a silicone-free defoamer for various coating systems. It prevents air entrapment during processing steps like stirring and pumping and contributes to a smooth surface during the application of paints and lacquers. The chemical nature involves a solution of defoaming substances.

Efka® PU 4047 is a high-molecular-weight dispersing agent used in high-quality industrial coatings such as automotive topcoats, coil coatings, 2-pack polyurethane coating systems, and pigment concentrates. Its higher molecular weight compared to Efka® PU 4046 results in stronger deflocculation with some organic pigments and carbon blacks.

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® PU 4015 is a liquid formulation designed to function as an emulsifier and dispersant within the polyurethane (PU) chemical family. This versatile solution, with its low VOC labeling claims, aligns with environmentally conscious applications. In its liquid form, Efka® PU 4015 ensures easy and efficient application..

Efka® FA 4600 is an anti-settling agent for non-aqueous coatings, preventing sedimentation and agglomeration of even heavy pigments. is in a colorless to yellowish/reddish liquid form, Efka® FA 4600 is easily applicable and contributes to maintaining the stability of coatings.

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.