Lubrizol Graphic Arts Product Guide

CARBOCURE
CARBOSET
COLORBURST
DURALOX
LIQUIGRIP
PRODUCT SELECTION GUIDE
Polymers, Wax Additives and

Hyperdispersants for Graphic Arts
Applications
LIQUILINK
LIQUILUBE
LIQUITRON
PINNACLE
PROTECH
POLYTECH
SOLSPERSE
TOP FLITE
ZINPOL
Table of Contents
Product Introduction ..........2
Digital and Ink Jet ..............4
Energy Curable ..................5
Flexographic and Gravure,
Aqueous .............................7
Flexographic and Gravure,
Solvent-Based .................11
Lithographic,
Oil-Based Heatset ..........14
Lithographic,
Oil-Based Sheetfed..........16
Functional Coatings.........18
Resilient Flooring/
Wallcovering.....................21
LUBRIZOL IS DEDICATED TO SERVING THE GRAPHIC ARTS INDUSTRY

BY DEVELOPING, PRODUCING AND MARKETING HIGH-QUALITY
POLYMERS, WAX ADDITIVES AND HYPERDISPERSANTS THAT
ENHANCE THE PERFORMANCE AND APPEARANCE OF INKS AND
COATINGS FOR A WIDE VARIETY OF MARKET APPLICATIONS.
CARBOCURE
CARBOSET
COLORBURST
DURALOX
LIQUIGRIP
LIQUILINK
LIQUILUBE
High-performance polymers, wax additives and

hyperdispersants for the graphic arts industry.
LIQUITRON
PINNACLE
PROTECH
POLYTECH
Lubrizol offers more than just high-performance

products. With production facilities worldwide, we are
SOLSPERSE
well-equipped to serve customers on a global basis.

Lubrizol provides advanced research and development,
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comprehensive analytical lab services and material

testing all backed by a focus on customer service
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thats unparalleled in the industry.
Our broad product portfolio includes:

P O LY M E R S
Carboset and Zinpol Colloidal Dispersions: Combine maximum economy with good adhesion,
rub resistance, holdout and color value. These products offer excellent pigment dispersion and end-use properties.
Carboset, Hycar and Vycar Emulsions: Polymers designed for use on PVC films used in resilient
flooring, wallcovering and functional coatings, providing water, solvent and alkali resistance.
HYPERDISPERSANTS
Solsperse Hyperdispersants: Offer the benefits of increased pigment concentration in the millbase,
enhanced rheology characteristics, improved stability and better tinting properties. The extensive product range
includes hyperdispersants that suit most solvent and water systems.
WAX ADDITIVES
Liquilink and Liquigrip Antiskid Emulsions: Provide an ink maker with the ability to customize the
appearance and function of the dried ink or coating film.
Liquilube Wax Emulsions: Offer an extensive selection of natural and synthetic polymers in a variety of
percent solids, pH ranges and ionic charges.
Liquitron PE Dispersions: Aqueous polyethylene dispersions with various particle sizes, non-volatiles
contents and FDA compliance to help in the protection of the printed ink film.
Pinnacle Micronized Powders: Allow ink formulators to choose from a wide selection of natural and
synthetic polymers that can be micronized to very specific particle sizes.
Polytech and Top Flite Sheetfed Wax Compounds: PE and PE/PTFE wax compounds for optimal
rub resistance, slip and gloss retention for oil-based sheetfed inks.
Protech and Thermol Heatset Wax Compounds: Microcrystalline, polyethylene, PTFE and blends to
increase the ink surfaces rub resistance while on- and off-press for oil-based heatset inks.
Carbocure Wax Dispersions: Energy curable ink additives that improve both press performance and the
appearance of the printed product.
Digital and Ink Jet

Carboset Colloidal
Dispersions and Resins
Wide range of emulsions for water-based applications.
Total
Solids
Viscosity
(cps)
pH
Tg
AN
Description / Suggested Uses
Carboset 1201
56
5700
33
200
Low molecular weight acrylic polymer for use as a dispersant or

dispersing agent for both organic and inorganic pigments in water.
Carboset 514H
40
350
28
65
Colloidal dispersion that dries to a clear, water-resistant, non-tacky

thermoplastic film with excellent adhesion to a variety of metal and
plastic substrates.
Carboset 525
100
37
80
Solid all-acrylic resin soluble in alkaline water and many organic

solvents that displays excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates,
including metals, plastic and wood. Can be utilized in permanent
water-resistant coatings.
Carboset 526
100
70
100
Solid all-acrylic resin soluble in alkaline water and many organic

solvents that displays excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates,
including metals, plastic and wood. Can be utilized in permanent
water-resistant coatings.
80
Solid all-acrylic resin soluble in alkaline water that displays

excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates, including metals,
plastic and wood. Can be utilized in block-resistant coatings.
Can be crosslinked with epoxy, melamines or other cross-linking
resins to yield hard, tough, glossy permanent films.
Product
Carboset 527
100
Solsperse
Hyperdispersants
Product
50
Provide increased pigment concentration, improved rheology and

stability, and optimal color development.
% Solids
Solvents
Description Suggested Uses

Used with polymeric dispersant to stabilize organic blue, violet and black pigments in polar solvent-based inks.
Solsperse 12000
100
Solsperse 13300
50
Shellsol D40
Dispersion of organic pigments and carbon black in aromatic-free, aliphatic

solvent-based inks.
Solsperse 20000
100
Alcohol and glycol ether soluble dispersant for metallics, organic pigments
and carbon black.
Solsperse 22000
100
Used with polymeric dispersant to stabilize organic yellow, orange and red
pigments in solvent and UV inks.
Solsperse 27000
100
Nonionic water soluble dispersant for carbon black and organic pigments in
resin containing ink formulations.
Solsperse 32000
100
Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for organic pigments and carbon
black in solvent and UV inks.
Solsperse 34750
50
Ethyl Acetate
Solsperse 39000
100
First choice, universal dispersant for use in solvent and UV inks
Solsperse 41000
100
Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for titanium dioxide in solvent

and UV inks.
Solsperse 46000
50
Water
Water soluble, low foaming polymeric dispersant for resin-free dispersion of

organic pigments.
Solsperse 5000
100
Dispersion of organic pigments and carbon black in acetate based inks.
Used with polymeric dispersant to stabilize organic blue, violet and black
pigments in solvent and UV inks.
Energy Curable
Carbocure Wax Additives
and Dispersions
Product
Energy curable ink additives that improve both press performance and the appearance of the printed product.
Polymer/Additives
Non-Volatiles (%)
Vehicle or Carrier
Carbocure 608
Polyethylene
98-100
Fatty Acid Ester
Carbocure 645
Polyethylene
98-100
Monomer/Oligomer Blend
Carbocure 646
Anti-Mist
53-57
Carbocure 647
PTFE Compound
98-100
Designed to provide rub resistance and slip for energy curing systems.
Carbocure 649
Polyethylene
98-100
Carbocure 651
Matting Compound
89-100
Carbocure 652
Matting Compound
98-100
Monomer
Designed to provide matting, rub resistance and slip for energy curable inks
and coatings.
Carbocure 655
Natural Wax
98-100
Monomer
Provides low COF and good rub resistance while remaining suspended in the
coating for longer periods than conventional wax dispersions.
Carbocure 660
Microcrystalline
Compound
98-100
Fatty Acid Ester
Carbocure 750
Rheology Modifier
48-52
Replacement for dry clay and silica additives in all energy curable lithographic inks.
Carbocure 920
Texturing Dispersion
96-100
Provides a textured surface when added to energy curable overcoats (18-20 microns).
Carbocure 930
Texturing Dispersion
96-100
Provides a textured surface when added to energy curable overcoats (28-32 microns).
Solsperse Hyperdispersants

Provides good rub resistance and slip for energy curable systems. Contains large
particle size wax and is effective in porous and abrasive substrates.
Anti-mist additive for energy curable systems.
Formulated to reduce picking and piling in all energy curable lithographic inks.
Provide increased pigment concentration, improved rheology and stability, and optimal color development.
Product
Additive
Non-Volatiles
(%)
Actives (%)
Vehicle or
Carrier
Solsperse 22000
Synergist
100
100
Used with polymeric dispersant to stabilize organic yellow and red pigments.
Solsperse 32000
Polymeric
Dispersant
100
100
Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for organic pigments and

carbon black.
Solsperse 36000
Polymeric
Dispersant
100
100
Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for inorganic pigments.
Solsperse 39000
Polymeric
Dispersant
100
100
Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for organic and inorganic pigments.
Solsperse 41000
Polymeric
Dispersant
100
100
Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for titanium dioxide and silicas.
Solsperse 5000
Synergist
100
100
Used with polymeric dispersant to stabilize organic blue, violet and blacks.
Solsperse 71000
Polymeric
Dispersant
100
100
Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for stabilizing silica matting agents.
Solsperse X300
Reactive
Dispersant
100
100
Monomer and oligomer crosslinkable dispersant for dispersion of organics

and black.
Energy Curable (continued)

Pinnacle
Micronized Powders
Allow ink formulators to choose from a wide selection of natural and synthetic polymers that can be micronized
to very specific particle sizes.
Product
Polymer Type
FDA Status
21 CFR
Pinnacle 1534
Polyethylene / Carnauba
Pinnacle 1555
Average Particle Size (um) max

Dv 50
Dv 90
175.300
18.5
Fine particle polyethylene/carnauba that improves the surface properties of energy

curable inks.
Polyethylene
175.300
176.170
176.180
14 (Dv 98)
Narrow particle size distribution PE provides consistent rub and slip properties;
recommended for sheetfed inks.
Pinnacle 1556
Polyethylene
175.105
177.152
21 (Dv 98)
Larger particle size version of 1555; general-purpose PE wax that provides

consistent rub and slip properties in sheetfed, heatset web, flexographic and
gravure inks.
Pinnacle 1610
Oxidized Polyethylene
12
24
Pinnacle 1625
175.105
176.170*
175.300*
176.180
177.1210
177.1620
9.5
24 (Dv 98)
Oxidized PE suitable for use in flexographic and gravure printing inks.
Pinnacle 1955
Carnauba
175.320
184.1978
4.5
12 (Dv 98)
Very fine particle size carnauba wax providing excellent slip and scratch resistance.
Pinnacle 1994
Modified Polyethylene
29 (Dv 98)
Fine grind polypropylene wax that promotes burnishing resistance in sheetfed,

heatset web, flexographic and gravure inks.
Pinnacle 1995
175.300
176.170
176.180
14
Modified polypropylene wax that improves rub resistance, reduces COF and
controls gloss in sheetfed and heatset offset inks.
Pinnacle 1996
Polyethylene
175.300
16
Polypropylene wax with an optimized particle size distribution, providing superior scratch
resistance in sheetfed and heatset offset, flexographic, gravure and energy curable inks.
Pinnacle 2510
Amide
175.300
181.280
22
Low-amine, high melt point, amorphous, amide wax that promotes slip, rub resistance
and gloss control in flexographic and gravure inks; promotes non-yellowing characteristics.
Pinnacle 2530
Erucamide
175.105
175.300
176.180
16
Fatty amide wax that promotes slip, rub resistance and antiblocking in flexographic
and gravure inks.
Pinnacle 6003
PE/PTFE Blend
175.300
13
Fine grind PE/PTFE blend that promotes rub (Dv 98) resistance in lithographic
offset, flexographic, gravure and energy curable inks.
Pinnacle 6007
PTFE/Modified
Polyethylene
14
Hydrophilic PTFE-modified PE wax that provides improved rub resistance and

reduced slip in flexographic and gravure inks.
Pinnacle 9001
Virgin PTFE
175.300
4.5
10 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 9002
Virgin PTFE
175.300
10
18
Premium large particle PTFE powder for use in uncoated and abrasive stocks.
Pinnacle 9008
PTFE
175.300
PTFE powder suitable for all inks systems.
Pinnacle 9009
Micronized PTFE
4.5
Suitable for all inks requiring additional abrasion resistance and slip properties.
Fine grind PE wax that promotes rub resistance in sheetfed offset, heatset web
offset, flexographic and gravure inks.
Premium PTFE powder for use in high quality inks systems.
* See technical data sheets for specific information.
Doresco UV Modifiers
Product
Doresco UVC87-5
** IBOA = Isobornyl acrylate
Increase adhesion of energy curable inks to low surface energy plastics.
Polymer
Content %
Diluent
Content %
Viscosity
Color
(Gardner)
65
35 (IBOA)**
59,000 (CP)
8+

Vehicle for pigmented or clear ultraviolet cured inks, coatings and electron beam
cured laminating adhesives designed to adhere to substrates with low surface tension.
Flexographic and Gravure Aqueous Inks

Matting agents and antiskid emulsions that provide an ink maker with the ability to customize both the appearance
and function of the dried ink or coating film.
Additives
Composition
NonVolatiles
(%)
pH
FDA
Status
Ionic
Charge
Liquigrip 280
Proprietary Emulsion
40
Nonionic
Anti-skid modified emulsion to control slide angle.
Liquigrip 288
49
175.105
Anionic
Antiskid emulsion that increases slide angle and COF and enhances resistance to
water, alkali and other chemicals.
Liquigrip 290
38-42
Nonionic
Antiskid emulsion that increases slide angle and COF of coatings, enhances
resistance to water, alkali and other chemicals.
Liquigrip 297
58-62
175.105
Anionic
Antiskid emulsion that increases slide angle and COF of coatings.
Liquilink 901
15% Zinc
Ammonium Carbonate
22-26
11
175.105
175.300*
175.320*
176.170
176.180
Nonionic
Enhances hardness and resistance of crosslinkable carboxyl functional resins.
Liquimatt 6000
Liquid Matting Agent
100
Provides uniform matting and exceptionally smooth feel.
Liquimatt 6375
Wax-Treated Silica
Dispersion
50
10.5
Aqueous dispersion of wax treated silica that efficiently controls gloss in

aqueous coatings and inks.
Liquimatt 6445
Synthetic Wax
Dispersion
42
High-solids, APE-free wax dispersion that efficiently controls gloss in aqueous

coatings and inks.
Pinnacle 1630
PE-Modified Silica
100
175.300
Wax treated silica that combines uniform matting with excellent dispersability,
scratch resistance and mar resistance in solventborne, waterborne and UV inks.
Product
Carboset and Zinpol

Colloidal Dispersions
Product
Carboset 1594
Zinpol 559
Combine maximum economy with good adhesion, rub-resistance, holdout and color value.
These products offer excellent pigment dispersion and end use properties.
Total Solids
Viscosity
(cps)
pH
Tg
AN
40
100
30
65
Metallic inks.
24.5
200
8.5
25
80
Good for colors.
Carboset and Zinpol

Emulsions and Solutions
Wide range of emulsions for water-based ink applications
Total Solids
Viscosity
(cps)
pH
Tg
AN
Carboset 1201
56
5700
33
200
Low molecular weight acrylic polymer designed for use as a dispersant or

dispersing agent for both organic and inorganic pigments in water.
Carboset 2111
51
100
6.3
73
Carboset 2659
32
1500
8.6
220
High heat-resistant applications; preprint, OPV.
Zinpol 340
42
700
8.5
48
240
High heat-resistance with high-gloss and resolubility.
Product
Polymer designed for use on PVC film.
Flexographic and Gravure Aqueous Inks (continued)

Solsperse
Hyperdispersants
Provide increased pigment concentrations, improved rheology and stability, and optimal color development.
Product
% Solids
Solvent
Solsperse 20000
100
Alcohol and water soluble dispersant for carbon black and organic pigments.
Solsperse 27000
100
Nonionic water soluble dispersant for carbon black and organic pigments.
Solsperse 40000
84
Water
Amine neutralized dispersant for waterborne dispersion of inorganic pigments
Solsperse 41090
90
Water
Acid functional version of Solsperse 40000. For TiO2 dispersion.
Solsperse 44000
50
Water
Water soluble polymeric for resin-free dispersion of carbon black.
Solsperse 46000
50
Water
Water soluble, low-foaming polymeric for resin-free dispersion of organic pigments.
Pinnacle
Micronized Powders
Polymer Type
FDA Status 21 CFR
Dv 50
Dv 90
Pinnacle 1534
175.300
18.5
Fine particle polyethylene/carnauba that improves the surface properties of

energy curable inks.
Pinnacle 1555
Polyethylene
175.300 176.170
176.180
14 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1556
Polyethylene
175.105 177.152
21 (Dv 98)

gravure inks.
Pinnacle 1610
12
24
Pinnacle 1625
175.105 176.170*
175.300* 176.180
177.1210 177.1620
9.5
24 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1955
Carnauba
175.320 184.1978
4.5
12 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1994
29 (Dv 98)

Pinnacle 1995
175.300 176.170
176.180
14
Pinnacle 1996
Polyethylene
175.300
16
Polypropylene wax with an optimized particle size distribution, providing superior

scratch resistance in sheetfed and heatset offset, flexographic, gravure and energy
curable inks.
Pinnacle 2510
Amide
175.300 181.280
22
Low-amine, high melt point, amorphous, amide wax that promotes slip, rub
resistance and gloss control in flexographic and gravure inks; promotes
non-yellowing characteristics.
Pinnacle 2530
Erucamide
175.105 175.300
176.180
16
Fatty amide wax that promotes slip, rub resistance and antiblocking in
flexographic and gravure inks.
Pinnacle 6003
PE/PTFE Blend
175.300
13
Pinnacle 6007
PTFE/Modified
Polyethylene
14

Pinnacle 9001
Virgin PTFE
175.300
4.5
10 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 9002
Virgin PTFE
175.300
10
18
Pinnacle 9008
PTFE
175.300
Pinnacle 9009
Micronized PTFE
4.5
Product
Aqueous polyethylene dispersions with various particle sizes, non-volatiles content and FDA compliance that help
aid in the protection of the printed ink film.
Liquitron PE Dispersions
Polymer
Type
NonVolatiles
(%)
pH
Ionic
Activity
Average
Particle
Size (um)
FDA Status
Liquitron 249
PE
15-19
Nonionic
5-7
Superior rub and improved slip properties for water-based inks.
Liquitron 250
PE
25-29
Nonionic
5-7
Superior rub and improved slip properties for water-based inks.
Liquitron 251
PE
25-29
Nonionic
5-7
Low viscosity version of 250; PE dispersion that provides excellent

rub resistance in water-based inks and coatings.
Liquitron 343
Oxidized PE
40-44
Anionic
6-8
APE-free, polyethylene wax dispersion that provides excellent rub in

water-based inks.
Liquitron 345
Oxidized PE
40-44
7.5
Anionic
6-8
175.105*
175.300*
176.170*
176.180*
High-solids oxidized PE dispersion imparting toughness and rub.
Liquitron 347
Oxidized PE
42
8.5
Nonionic
6-8
175.105
175.300*
176.170*
176.180*
High solids oxidized PE dispersion for use in water-based inks and

coatings to impart superior rub resistance and toughness; effective for
tag and label stocks.
Liquitron 420
PE
40-44
Nonionic
5-7
APE-free, high-solids PE dispersion, recommended for water-based inks.
Liquitron 424
PE
40-44
Nonionic
5-7
High-solids PE dispersion, recommended for water-based flexographic

ink systems for corrugated boxes.
Liquitron 440
Oxidized PE
39-43
Nonionic
10-12
High melt point, large particle size, oxidized PE dispersion that provides
superior rub resistance and can improve transfer properties of
water-based inks.
Liquitron 442
Oxidized PE
42
Nonionic
10-12
High melt point, APE-free large particle size, oxidized PE dispersion that
provides superior rub resistance and can improve transfer properties of
water-based inks.
Liquitron 453
PE/Carnauba
35
Nonionic
5-7
175.300*
Fine particle size PE/carnauba wax dispersion that improves the surface
properties of water-based flexographic and gravure inks and coatings.
Liquitron 461
PE
40-44
3.5
Nonionic
10-12
Liquitron 654
PE
50-54
8.5
Nonionic
7-9
175.105
175.300*
Product
APE-free, high-solids, large particle size polyethylene wax dispersion

in water-based inks.
FDA compliant polyethylene wax that provides excellent rub for
water-based inks.
* See technical data sheet for specific information.
Flexographic and Gravure Aqueous Inks (continued)

Offer an extensive selection of natural and synthetic polymers in a variety of percents solids, pH ranges
and ionic charges.
Liquilube Wax Emulsions
Polymer Type
NonVolatiles
(%)
pH
Ionic
Charge
FDA Status 21
CFR
Liquilube 404
Polyethylene
33-37
Nonionic
175.105
PE wax emulsion formulated to promote slip and antiblocking properties.
Liquilube 405
Polyethylene
38-42
Nonionic
175.105
APE-free, large particle wax emulsion that provides outstanding

abrasion resistance, gloss, clarity and slip.
Liquilube 408
35
Nonionic
175.105
High density, oxidized polyethylene wax emulsion for use in water-based

inks and coatings to promote, slip and antiblocking properties.
Liquilube 409
Polyethylene
40
Nonionic
175.105 175.300
175.320 176.170*
176.180
APE-free, specialty stabilized large particle polyethylene wax emulsion for

use in water-based inks to provide abrasion resistance, excellent gloss,
clarity and slip.
Liquilube 411
Polyethylene
33-37
10-11
Nonionic
175.105 175.300
175.320 176.170*
176.180
FDA compliant PE wax for use in water-based inks and coatings; formulated
to provide abrasion resistance, while yielding excellent gloss, clarity and slip
characteristics.
Liquilube 414
Polypropylene
39-43
Nonionic
Product
PP wax emulsion that has increased properties compared to PE wax

emulsions; recommended for antiskid packaging applications.
Liquilube 418
Paraffin/
Polyethylene
28-32
Anionic
175.105 175.125
175.300 175.320
176.170 176.180
176.200 176.210
177.1200 177.1210
177.1620 177.2600
177.2800
Liquilube 424
Polyethylene/
Ethylene Acrylic Acid
Copolymer
35
10
Nonionic
175.105
Liquilube 434
#3 Carnauba
25
5.5
Nonionic
175.105 175.300*
175.320* 176.170
176.180
Liquilube 435
Polyethylene
35
9.5
Nonionic
176.180
Nonionic HDPE wax emulsion designed for water-based coatings and inks
to improve rub- and mar-resistance properties.
Liquilube 440
Paraffin
#1 Carnauba
24.5-25.5
4.5-7
Anionic
175.105 175.320
176.170 176.180
Anionic co-emulsion of #1 carnauba and paraffin for use in water-based

inks and coatings to provide abrasion resistance, improved slip and
scratch resistance and excellent gloss retention.
Liquilube 443
#1 Carnauba
22-27
9-10
Nonionic
175.105* 175.300*
176.170* 176.180*
APE-free #1 carnauba emulsion for use in water-based inks and coatings

to provide abrasion resistance, slip and scratch resistance, and excellent
gloss retention.
Liquilube 448
Paraffin/Polyethylene
33-37
Anionic
175.105
Paraffin/PE emulsion that improves abrasion resistance and water repellency.
Liquilube 454
Paraffin
31.5-32.5
6-7.5
Nonionic
175.105 175.300
175.320 176.170
176.180
Paraffin emulsion for use in water-based inks and coatings as a water repellant.
Liquilube 456
Oxidized
Polyethylene
32-37
Nonionic
175.105
Liquilube 458
Oxidized
Polyethylene
25
10
Anionic
All purpose, high density oxidized PE emulsion that promotes hardness, slip
and antiblocking.
Liquilube 460
Paraffin/
Polyethylene
30
Anionic
Paraffin/polyethylene wax emulsion for use in water-based inks and coatings

to add water resistance, antiblocking and abrasion resistance.
Liquilube 467
Paraffin
50
10
Anionic
175.105 175.320*
176.170
High solids paraffin wax emulsion intended for use in water-based inks
and coatings.
Paraffin emulsion designed for use in waterborne inks and coatings.
All-purpose microcrystalline wax emulsion for use in water-based inks and

coatings to promote abrasion resistance and slip.
Liquilube 473
Paraffin
49-51
9-11
Anionic
175.105 175.300
175.320*
176.170(b)
176.180
Liquilube 488
Microcrystalline
40
<10
Nonionic
175.105 176.170
176.180
* See technical data sheet for specific information.
10
APE-free, paraffin/PE emulsion that provides water repellency.
PE/EAA emulsion for use in water-based inks and coatings to provide

abrasion resistance, slip, clarity and excellent gloss retention.
Carnauba wax emulsion for use in water-based inks and coatings to provide
water and abrasion resistance, while improving slip and scratch resistance,
with minimal loss of gloss.
All-purpose, high density oxidized PE emulsion that promotes hardness, slip

and antiblocking.
Solvent-Based Flexographic and Gravure

Solsperse
Hyperdispersants
Product
% Solids
Solvent
Solsperse 13240
40
Toluene
Dispersion of carbon black and organic pigments in publication gravure.
Solsperse 19200
50
Toluene
Standard dispersion for publication gravure.
Solsperse 20000
100
Alcohol and glycol ether soluble dispersant for organic pigments and carbon black in
NC solvent flexo.
Solsperse 22000
100
Used with polymeric dispersants to stabilize organic yellow and red pigments.
Solsperse 34750
50
Ethyl Acetate
Solsperse 5000
100
Synergist used with polymeric dispersant for stabilizing blues and carbon blacks.
Solsperse 54000
100
Alcohol and glycol ether soluble dispersant for organic pigments and carbon black in
polyamide solvent flexo.
Liquitron PE Dispersions
Product
Dispersion of organic pigments and carbon black in solvent gravure.
Aqueous polyethylene dispersions with various particle sizes, non-volatiles contents and FDA compliance to help in the
production of the printed ink film.
Polymer Type
Non-Volatiles %
Solvent
Liquitron 801
Polyethylene
25
Isopropanol
Liquitron 804
Polyethylene /
Microcrystalline
25
Ethanol
Liquitron 805
Polypropylene
25
Ethyl Acetate
Provides good mar and scuff resistance with a soft feel.
Liquitron 806
Carnauba
15
Glycol Ether
DPM
Offers good scratch resistance with high gloss retention.
For use in solvent-based flexographic and gravure inks. Designed to give excellent
scratch and abrasion resistance while maintaining gloss.
Wax dispersion for solvent-based and water-based inks. The special wax combination
offers a minimal effect on gloss in printing inks. Should be utilized where reduction on
coefficient of friction with minimum matting is required.
11
Solvent-Based Flexographic and Gravure (continued)

Pinnacle
Micronized Powders
Product
Polymer Type
FDA Status
21 CFR
Pinnacle 1534
Pinnacle 1555
Dv 50
Dv 90
175.300
18.5

curable inks.
Polyethylene
175.300
176.170
176.180
14 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1556
Polyethylene
175.105
177.152
21 (Dv 98)

gravure inks.
Pinnacle 1610
12
24
Pinnacle 1625
175.105
176.170*
175.300*
176.180
177.1210
177.1620
9.5
24 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1955
Carnauba
175.320
184.1978
4.5
12 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1994
29 (Dv 98)

Pinnacle 1995
175.300
176.170
176.180
14
Pinnacle 1996
Polyethylene
175.300
16
Pinnacle 2510
Amide
175.300
181.280
22
Low-amine, high melt point, amorphous, amide wax that promotes slip, rub resistance
and gloss control in flexographic and gravure inks; promotes non-yellowing characteristics.
Pinnacle 2530
Erucamide
175.105
175.300
176.180
16
and gravure inks.
Pinnacle 6003
PE/PTFE Blend
175.300
13
Pinnacle 6007
PTFE/Modified
Polyethylene
14

Pinnacle 9001
Virgin PTFE
175.300
4.5
10 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 9002
Virgin PTFE
175.300
10
18
Pinnacle 9008
PTFE
175.300
Pinnacle 9009
Micronized PTFE
4.5
12
Doresco and Sancure

Resin and Polymers
Product
Tg
Resins and polymers for use in hot stamp foil and vacuum metalizing industries.
pH
Gardner
Color
Gardner
Viscosity
NonVolatiles
%
Solvent
Viscosity
(cps)/ (cP)
Doresco AC13-1X40
0-1
40
Toluene /Butanol
7200
Utilized in the manufacture of automotive refinishing

enamels, vinyl inks, hot stamp foil lacquer films and other
coatings where intercoat adhesion, exterior durability,
hardness, color retention and spray ability are important.
Doresco AC209-4
20
50
Toluene
3400
Protective coating for circuit boards.
Doresco AC209-23
20
33
Oxol 100
2500
Doresco AC281-9
55
Toluene
Doresco AC32-63
85
0+
50
Toluene
1,600
Medium hardness acrylic resin that is an excellent grinding

vehicle and modifier, suited to many applications.
Doresco AC341-2
136
45
MEK / Ethanol
1,000
Unique product designed for the hot stamp foil and vacuum
metalizing industry.
Doresco AC479-6
50
Butyl Acetate
17,500
Sancure 898
8.3
32
200
Hot stamp foil applications.
Dispersion forms a very hard, flexible, clear, high gloss film

upon drying.
13
Lithographic Oil-Based Heatset

Hyperdispersants, surface modifiers, vehicles and varnishes provide endless formulation opportunities
for sheetfed ink formulators.
Additives
Product
TA
Viscosity (%)
Color
NonVolatiles
(%)
Active
Ingredients
CC-5133D
Clear Liquid
Butylated
Hydroxytoulene
(BHT)
CC-5243D
Off-White, Soft
Paste
96-100
Reduces dry-back of black inks films.
CC-7480
225-325 @ 40 C
53-57
Controls misting in oleoresinous lithographic inks and provides more

stable viscosity than dry powders.
CC-8280
2.5-3.2 @ 75 C
94-100
Controls and fights excessive emulsification in lithographic inks.
CC-8283
2.2-2.7 @ 75 C
68-72
CC-8287
Brown Liquid
2.3-2.9 @ 75 C
65-69
Water pick-up control additive in heatset and sheetfed inks.
CC-8505
12,000-18,000
@ 25C
94-100
Controls misting in oleoresinous lithographic inks and is less

susceptible to gloss reduction.
CC-8750
3.8-4.2 @ 75 C
48-52

Duralox 25
Yellow, FreeFlowing Paste
Hydroquinone
Antioxidant for sheetfed paste inks.
Duralox 60
Off-White, FreeFlowing Paste
Hydroquinone
Solsperse and Colorburst

Hyperdispersants
Products
14
IC Cone
& Plate
Viscometer
For sheetfed paste inks.
% Solids
Solvent
Solsperse 13940
40
Aliphatic Distillate
Dispersion of carbon black in offset inks.
Solsperse 16000
100
General purpose dispersion in offset inks.
Solsperse 19000
100
For formulating high strength offset bases and flushes.
Solsperse 22000
100
Synergist used with polymeric dispersants for stabilizing yellows.
Solsperse 5000
100
Synergist used with polymeric dispersants for stabilizing blues and carbon black.
Colorburst 2160
60
Mineral Oil
A succinimide dispersant for use in solvent based colorant systems, particularily effective in dispersing
carbon black and phthalocyannine blues.
Pinnacle
Micronized Powders
Product
Polymer Type
FDA Status
21 CFR
Pinnacle 1534
Pinnacle 1555

Dv 50
Dv 90
175.300
18.5

curable inks.
Polyethylene
175.300
176.170
176.180
14 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1556
Polyethylene
175.105
177.152
21 (Dv 98)
Larger particle size version of 1555; general-purpose PE wax that provides consistent
rub and slip properties in sheetfed, heatset web, flexographic and gravure inks.
Pinnacle 1610
12
24
Pinnacle 1625
175.105
176.170*
175.300*
176.180
177.1210
177.1620
9.5
24 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1955
Carnauba
175.320
184.1978
4.5
12 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1994
29 (Dv 98)

Pinnacle 1995
175.300
176.170
176.180
14
Modified polypropylene wax that improves rub resistance, reduces COF and controls
gloss in sheetfed and heatset offset inks.
Pinnacle 1996
Polyethylene
175.300
16
Pinnacle 2510
Amide
175.300
181.280
22
Low-amine, high melt point, amorphous, amide wax that promotes slip, rub resistance and
gloss control in flexographic and gravure inks; promotes non-yellowing characteristics.
Pinnacle 2530
Erucamide
175.105
175.300
176.180
16
and gravure inks.
Pinnacle 6003
PE/PTFE Blend
175.300
13
Pinnacle 6007
PTFE/Modified
Polyethylene
14

Pinnacle 9001
Virgin PTFE
175.300
4.5
10 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 9002
Virgin PTFE
175.300
10
18
Pinnacle 9008
PTFE
175.300
Pinnacle 9009
Micronized PTFE
4.5
Protech and Thermol

Heatset Wax Compounds
Product
Wax compounds of microcrystalline, polyethylene, PTFE and blends that increase rub resistance of the ink surface
while on- and off-press.
Polymer Type
Non-Volatiles (%)
Protech 120
Virgin PTFE/ Synthetic Wax Blend
86-90
High solids virgin PTFE compound for use in premium ink systems.
Protech 141
Virgin PTFE/Synthetic Wax blend
86-90
Large particle size virgin PTFE/synthetic wax blend; effective on matte, uncoated and abrasive stocks.
Protech 200
PTFE/Polyethylene
96-100
Satisfies the most difficult rub and slip problems at reduced usage levels. Optimized particle size
distribution and advanced vehicle technology to provide outstanding gloss retention.
Thermol 19C
Microcrystalline
68-72
Good gloss retention and rub-resistance.
Thermol 58C
Microcrystalline
58-62
Heat-resistant microcrystalline wax compound providing premium abrasion-resistance.
Thermol 64C
Microcrystalline / PTFE
55-59
Excellent all around compound for rub-resistance, lubricity and gloss for a wide range of substrates.
Thermol 81C
Polyethylene
96-100
Provides good rub-resistance and slip with excellent gloss retention.
Thermol 92C
Polyethylene
96-100
High solids virgin PTFE compound for use in premium ink systems.
15
Lithographic, Oil-Based Sheetfed

Hyperdispersants, surface modifiers, vehicles and varnishes provide endless formulation opportunities
for sheetfed ink formulators.
Additives
NonVolatiles
(%)
Product
Color
CC-5133D
Clear Liquid
Butylated
Hydroxytoulene
(BHT)
CC-5243D
Off-White, Soft
Paste
96-100
Reduces dry-back of black inks films.
CC-7480
225-325 @ 40 C
53-57

CC-8280
2.5-3.2 @ 75 C
94-100
CC-8283
2.2-2.7 @ 75 C
68-72
CC-8287
Brown Liquid
2.3-2.9 @ 75 C
65-69
Water pick-up control additive in heatset and sheetfed inks.
CC-8505
12,000-18,000
@ 25C
94-100
Controls misting in oleoresinous lithographic inks and is less

susceptible to gloss reduction.
CC-8750
3.8-4.2 @ 75 C
48-52

Duralox 25
Yellow, FreeFlowing Paste
Hydroquinone
Duralox 60
Off-White, FreeFlowing Paste
Hydroquinone
Polytech, Protech and

Top Flite Sheetfed Wax
Compounds
16
IC Cone
& Plate
Viscometer
TA
Viscosity (%)
Active
Ingredients

For sheetfed paste inks.
For optimal rub-resistance, slip and gloss-retention in sheetfed inks, we offer several PE and PE/PTFE wax
compounds to meet your application requirements.
Product
Polymer Type
Non-volatiles (%)
Actives (%)
Polytech
Polyethylene
96-100
40-45
Provides excellent rub-resistance and gloss retention.
Polytech 80
Polyethylene
96-100
37-40
Provides good rub-resistance and gloss retention.
Polytech 500
Polyethylene/PTFE
96-100
48-54
Based on a PTFE/PE blend for improved performance over straight PE compounds.
Protech 200
PTFE/Polyethylene
96-100
Top Flite 100
Polyethylene
96-100
35-40
Excellent rub-resistance, good gloss retention.
Top Flite 190
Polyethylene
96-100
35-40
Good rub-resistance, and gloss retention. Slightly more bodied than Top Flite 100.
Top Flite 500
Polyethylene/PTFE
96-100
42-46
Similar to Top Flite 100 with PTFE added for improved rub-resistance.
Top Flite 600
Polyethylene/PTFE
96-100
47-51
Provides outstanding rub and slip characteristics; similar to Top Flite 500 with
additional PTFE added for improved performance.
Satisfies the most difficult rub and slip problems at reduced usage levels. Optimized particle
size distribution and advanced vehicle technology to provide outstanding gloss retention.
Pinnacle
Micronized Powders
Product
Polymer Type
FDA Status
21 CFR
Pinnacle 1534
Pinnacle 1555

Dv 50
Dv 90
175.300
18.5

curable inks.
Polyethylene
175.300
176.170
176.180
14 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1556
Polyethylene
175.105
177.152
21 (Dv 98)

gravure inks.
Pinnacle 1610
12
24
Pinnacle 1625
175.105
176.170*
175.300*
176.180
177.1210
177.1620
9.5
24 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1955
Carnauba
175.320
184.1978
4.5
12 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 1994
29 (Dv 98)

Pinnacle 1995
175.300
176.170
176.180
14
Modified polypropylene wax that improves rub resistance, reduces COF and controls
gloss in sheetfed and heatset offset inks.
Pinnacle 1996
Polyethylene
175.300
16
Pinnacle 2510
Amide
175.300
181.280
22
Low-amine, high melt point, amorphous, amide wax that promotes slip, rub resistance and
gloss control in flexographic and gravure inks; promotes non-yellowing characteristics.
Pinnacle 2530
Erucamide
175.105
175.300
176.180
16
and gravure inks.
Pinnacle 6003
PE/PTFE Blend
175.300
13
Pinnacle 6007
PTFE/Modified
Polyethylene
14

Pinnacle 9001
Virgin PTFE
175.300
4.5
10 (Dv 98)
Pinnacle 9002
Virgin PTFE
175.300
10
18
Pinnacle 9008
PTFE
175.300
Pinnacle 9009
Micronized PTFE
4.5
Solsperse
Hyperdispersants
Products
new info
% Solids
Solvent
Solsperse 13940
40
Aliphatic Distillate
Dispersion of carbon black in offset inks.
Solsperse 16000
100
General purpose dispersant in offset inks.
Solsperse 19000
100
For formulating high strength offset bases and flushes.
Solsperse 22000
100
Synergist used with polymeric dispersants for stabilizing yellows and reds.
Solsperse 5000
100
Synergist used with polymeric dispersants for stabilizing blues and carbon black.
17
Functional Coatings
Carboset, Hycar, Hystretch,
Permax, Sancure and
Vycar Polymers
Type
% Solids
pH
Viscosity
Tg (C)
Cosolvent
(5 NMP)
VOC
(g/l)
Acid
number
Charge
Heat
Reactive
Carboxylated
100%
Modulus
Tensile
Strength
Carboset 511
30
6.7
40
55
75
Carboset 514H
40
350
28
65
Carboset 525
100
37
80
Carboset 526
100
70
100
Carboset 527
100
54
80
Hycar 26084
48
6.1
110
Yes
Yes
Hycar 26106
50
80
29
Yes
Yes
Hycar 26138
49
5.5
60
25
yes
Hycar 26256
50
2.5
140
45
Yes
Hycar 26288
50
60
20
Yes
Yes
Product
Hycar 26315
49.5
2.1
36
55
Yes
Yes
Hycar 26348
48.5
200
30
Yes
Hycar 26349
49
4.6
135
12
Yes
Hycar 26523
42
20
27
Yes
Hycar 2679
49
3.7
100
-3
Yes
Hycar 26799
46
50
-3
Yes
Hystretch V-29
50
40
-29
Yes
Yes
Hystretch V-43
50
150
-43
Yes
Yes
Hystretch V-60
49
40
-60
Yes
Yes
Permax 200
44
200
500
3,700
Permax 230
33
5.6
600
500
1,200
59.5
50
Polyester
35
8.5
1,500
11.3
306
400
4,525
Permax 803
Sancure 1601
18
Resins and polymers for functional coatings and specialty applications.
Sancure 1828
35
500
243
4,900
5,200
Sancure 2026
Polyester
40
8.3
500
6.8
187
950
4,200
Sancure 777
Polyester
35
10
75
8.1
253
2,000
5,100
Sancure 825
Polyester
34
8.5
425
8.1
321
4,800
6,600
Sancure 898
Polyester
32
7.8
200
7.8
258
5,125
6,100
Vycar 351
57
10.3
20
Vycar TN-810
52
8.5
20
55
Vycar 460X46
49
40
Vycar 460X95
51
20
73
Elongation
at Break
Description / Suggested uses
Firm, high acid polymer. Tough ink when crosslinked.
Soft, higher acid dispersion. Excellent rewet uncrosslinked.
Solid all acrylic resin with excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates. Can produce a permanent water resistant
coating or temporary alkaline removable coating.
Solid all-acrylic, low-molecular-weight resin-soluble in alkaline water and many organic solvents. Polymer can be used
to produce water resistant coatings or temporary alkaline removable coatings.
100% dry granular version of Carboset 511.
Heat seal coatings
Release coating; film former at 150F
Durable, special paper coating binder; excellent solvent resistance.
Hard glossy top coatings, good chemical resistance, primer coating.
Heat sealable; FDA compliant for direct food contact.
Heat sealable; FDA compliant for direct food contact; blends with Hycar 26288; excellent water resistance.
Hydrophobic; excellent oil and solvent resistance for tape release coatings.
Extremely durable coatings; book cover stock; solvent and plasticizer resistant.
Hydrophilic, excellent oil and solvent resistance for tape release coatings.
Wear layer coatings.
Soft, solvent-resistant polymer with outstanding durability.
Ultrasoft, hydrophobic, slightly tacky, antiskid coatings; tack is nonmigratory, will not transfer.
Excellent softness with only a slight degree of tack.
Ultra soft with only moderate tack.
600
Aliphatic polyether waterborne urethane polymer that provides high MVTR.
400
Aliphatic polyether waterborne urethane polymer that provides high MVTR.
Vinylidene chloride acrylate copolymer that displays extremely low moisture vapor permeability and excellent corrosion resistance.
550
Heat reactive coating with excellent adhesion to many substrates.
150
Forms a high gloss, clear, durable and abrasion resistant film upon drying.
560
Weather-resistant coating, good heat seal properties; forms soft, flexible clear film.
410
Outstanding shear stability and excellent abrasion resistance.
200
Produces tough, clear, high-gloss films with outstanding chemical resistance.
300
Forms very hard but flexible coatings with good stain and chemical resistance. Fine particle size.
Product family offers excellent wash/wear resistance, chemical resistance, firmness, flame retardance and is formaldehyde free.
Fire retardant, wear layer protective coatings
Self-crosslinking with heat at or near 300F; weather, water, solvent, alcohol and alkali resistance.
Low temperature heat cure without a catalyst, excellent substrate adhesion, improved resistance to water, compatible with other Vycar latexes.
19
Functional Coatings
Doresco
Resins and Polymers
20
Resins and polymers for functional coatings and specialty applications.
Product
Tg
Gardner
Color
Gardner
Viscosity
NonVolatiles %
Doresco AC13-1X40
0-1
40
Toluene /
nButanol
7200
Utilized in the manufacture of automotive refinishing enamels, vinyl inks,

hot stamp foil lacquer films and other coatings where intercoat adhesion,
exterior durability, hardness and color retention and spray ability are
important.
Doresco AC209-4
20
50
Toluene
3400
Doresco AC209-23
20
33
Oxol 100
2500
Doresco AC281-9
55
Toluene
Hot stamp foil applications.
Doresco AC281-25
132
45
MEK
Pigmented, colored lacquer coats for hot stamp foil applications.
Doresco AC32-63
85
0+
50
Toluene
1,600
Medium hardness acrylic resin that is an

excellent grinding vehicle and modifier, suited to many applications.
Doresco AC341-2
136
45
MEK /
Ethanol
1,000
Unique product designed for the hot stamp foil and vacuum metalizing
industry.
Doresco AC479-6
50
Butyl
Acetate
17,500
Solvent
Viscosity
(cps)/(cP)
Resilient Flooring / Wallcovering

Carboset, Hycar and
Vycar Emulsions
Polymers designed for use on PVC films, providing water- and wash/wear-resistance.
Total Solids
Viscosity
(cps)
pH
Tg
AN
Carboset 2111
51
100
6.3
73
Polymer designed for use on PVC film.
Hycar 26138
50
60
5.5
25
Heat reactive acrylic copolymer latex.
Vycar 352
57.5
25
10.5
69
Release coat for paper tape, decorative, washable and wear-resistant paper coatings.
Vycar 460X46
49
36
Self-crosslinking with heat at or near 300F; weather, water, solvent, alcohol and
alkali resistance to water; compatible with other Vycar latexes.
Vycar 460X95
51
20
73
Low temperature heat curing without a catalyst, excellent substrate adhesion,

improved resistance to water. Compatible with other Vycar latexes.
Product
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Polymers, Wax Additives and

LUBRIZOL IS DEDICATED TO SERVING THE GRAPHIC ARTS INDUSTRY

High-performance polymers, wax additives and

Lubrizol offers more than just high-performance

well-equipped to serve customers on a global basis.

comprehensive analytical lab services and material

thats unparalleled in the industry.

Our broad product portfolio includes:

Digital and Ink Jet

Wide range of emulsions for water-based applications.

Description / Suggested Uses

Low molecular weight acrylic polymer for use as a dispersant or

Colloidal dispersion that dries to a clear, water-resistant, non-tacky

Solid all-acrylic resin soluble in alkaline water and many organic

Solid all-acrylic resin soluble in alkaline water and many organic

Solid all-acrylic resin soluble in alkaline water that displays

Provide increased pigment concentration, improved rheology and

Description Suggested Uses

Dispersion of organic pigments and carbon black in aromatic-free, aliphatic

First choice, universal dispersant for use in solvent and UV inks

Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for titanium dioxide in solvent

Water soluble, low foaming polymeric dispersant for resin-free dispersion of

Dispersion of organic pigments and carbon black in acetate based inks.

Fatty Acid Ester

Fatty Acid Ester

Description / Suggested Uses

Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for organic pigments and

Monomer and oligomer soluble dispersant for inorganic pigments.

Monomer and oligomer crosslinkable dispersant for dispersion of organics

Description / Suggested Uses

Energy Curable (continued)

Average Particle Size (um) max

Description / Suggested Uses

Fine particle polyethylene/carnauba that improves the surface properties of energy

Larger particle size version of 1555; general-purpose PE wax that provides

Oxidized PE suitable for use in flexographic and gravure printing inks.

Fine grind polypropylene wax that promotes burnishing resistance in sheetfed,

Hydrophilic PTFE-modified PE wax that provides improved rub resistance and

PTFE powder suitable for all inks systems.

Premium PTFE powder for use in high quality inks systems.

* See technical data sheets for specific information.

Increase adhesion of energy curable inks to low surface energy plastics.

Description / Suggested Uses

Flexographic and Gravure Aqueous Inks

Description / Suggested Uses

Anti-skid modified emulsion to control slide angle.

Antiskid emulsion that increases slide angle and COF of coatings.

Enhances hardness and resistance of crosslinkable carboxyl functional resins.

Liquid Matting Agent

Provides uniform matting and exceptionally smooth feel.

Aqueous dispersion of wax treated silica that efficiently controls gloss in

High-solids, APE-free wax dispersion that efficiently controls gloss in aqueous

* See technical data sheets for specific information.

Carboset and Zinpol

Description / Suggested Uses

Good for colors.

Carboset and Zinpol

Wide range of emulsions for water-based ink applications

Description / Suggested Uses

Low molecular weight acrylic polymer designed for use as a dispersant or

High heat-resistant applications; preprint, OPV.

High heat-resistance with high-gloss and resolubility.