Efka Guide 2007

Ciba Specialty Chemicals
Product Selection Guide

for Surface Modifying, Dispersion and Rheology Additives
Coating Effects
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Contents
Defoamers
Ciba EFKA 2000
Slip and Leveling Agents

Ciba EFKA 3000
Dispersants
Ionic Dispersants
Ciba DISPEX, Ciba EFKA
Non-Ionic Dispersants
Ciba EFKA 4000 High molecular weight dispersants
Ciba EFKA 5000 Low molecular weight dispersants
FAME (Fatty Acid Modified Emulsifiers)
Ciba EFKA
7
7
8
11
Rheology Modifiers
Ciba VISCALEX, Ciba RHEOVIS
12
Universal resins for resin minimal pigment concentrates (RMPC)

Ciba EFKA 1000
13
Miscellaneous
Ciba EFKA 6000
14
Product Selection Guide for Surface Modifying, Dispersion and Rheology Additives
Ciba Specialty Chemicals 2006
Introduction
For more detailed information on specific applications
and product control please consult our marketing
department or local sales organizations.
The products are divided into five main categories:

defoamers, slip and leveling agents, dispersants, rheology modifiers and grinding resins.
The dispersant classes are subdivided into Ionic, NonIonic and FAME dispersants.
Further technical product information and details on use

in food packaging materials, toys and other consumer
goods (EHS data) are available on our Internet site at:
www.cibasc.com
This booklet provides a comprehensive list of additives in

the Ciba Specialty Chemicals range for Dispersion,
Rheology and Surface Modification.
Products
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Key to Symbols and Application Suitability
Registered trademark
Recommended
Defoamers
Incorporation
Solution of defoaming
substances
substances
substances
Emulsions of organic polymers
and organic metal compounds
substances
Polyurethane, acid-cure and

NC wood finishes
Acid-cure and NC-curtain coating systems,
unsaturated polyester and gelcoats
Polyurethane, acid-cure and
stoving enamels
Waterborne industrial coatings
Before or after
processing
Before or after
processing
End of processing
0.1-2.0
0.1-0.7
0.5-2.0
0.1-1.0
0.1-1.0
0.1-1.0
0.1-0.5
0.1-1.0
0.1-1.0
0.5-1.0
0.1-0.5
0.1-0.7
Silicone-free
EFKA 2018
EFKA 2020
EFKA 2021
EFKA 2526
EFKA 2720
Unsaturated polyester, epoxy

and polyurethane systems
Before or after
processing
Before or after
processing
Silicone containing
EFKA 2022
Defoaming substances
EFKA 2023
EFKA 2025
EFKA 2028
EFKA 2035
EFKA 2038
EFKA 2040
EFKA 2527
EFKA 2550
EFKA 2721
EFKA 2722
EFKA 2723
Emulsions of organic polymers

and organic metal compounds
Modified polydimethyl
siloxane
substances
Polyurethane curtain coatings

and stoving enamels
Polyurethane, acid-cure
and NC wood finishes
Physically drying systems
and air-drying alkyds
Polyurethane, acid-cure systems,
NC wood finishes and stoving enamels
Physically drying systems and medium
to long oil air-drying alkyds
Polyurethane, acid-cure and NC wood
finishes, good compatibility
Solventborne industrial and decorative finishes,
including roller, brush and airless spray applications
Before or after
processing
Before or after
processing
Before or after
processing
Before or after
processing
Final production
Final production
Final production
Before or after
processing
Waterborne coatings and pigment concentrates Grinding stage/
where high shear processing or application exists final production
Any stage
UV and EB applications
Solvent-free epoxy and polyurethane systems
Solvent-free epoxy and polyurethane systems,
low odor
* Dosage: % on total formulation
Before addition of
pigments/fillers
Prior to
processing
0.1-1.0 76-78
0.1-0.3
0.5-1.0
0.5-1.5
0.5-1.5
Waterborne coatings
Description/Application
Solventborne coatings
Chemical type
% Active content
Product name
% Dosage *
Ciba EFKA 2000 defoamers are used to inhibit the build-up of foam and reduce foam or trapped air by causing the
bubbles to burst and so release the air. This series provides two kinds of defoamers:
Silicone-free
Silicone containing
Silicone-free leveling agents
Product name
Chemical type
Any stage
0.1-0.3
52
Any stage
0.1-0.3
52
Any stage
0.1-1.0
15
Any stage
0.1-0.2
52
Any stage
0.1-0.5
52
After thinning
0.04-0.4
100
After thinning
0.05-0.5
100
Any stage
0.02-0.3
100
Any stage
0.05-0.3
100
End of process
0.1-1.0
35
After or prior
to processing
0.1-1.0
100
Added to the
hardener part
1-2 **
45
End of process
0.2-1.0
70
2-3 **
50
1-2 **
45
Incorporation
Slip and leveling agent based on polysiloxane

EFKA 3030
EFKA 3031
EFKA 3033
EFKA 3034
EFKA 3035
EFKA 3236
EFKA 3239
EFKA 3288
EFKA 3299
EFKA 3522
EFKA 3580
Organically modified
polysiloxane
polysiloxane
polysiloxane
Fluorocarbon modified
polysiloxane
polysiloxane
Solvent-free modified
polysiloxane
Solvent-free modified
polysiloxane
polysiloxane
polysiloxane
Modified polysiloxane
emulsion
Polysiloxane
Improve slip and mar resistance,

very compatible
Solventborne metal, wood and paper
coatings, including UV-cured
Improve surface flow, excellent
compatibility in clear coat
Strong substrate wetting
and anticratering
Solvent- and waterborne stoving enamels,
unsaturated PE including UV-cured
Solventborne wood finishes, industrial
coatings and solvent-free coatings
Similar to EFKA 3236, but stronger
defoaming properties
Strong slip and leveling agent for
high gloss industrial coatings
Strong slip and surface smoothness effect
for high gloss industrial coatings
Excellent water repellency
and anticratering
Anticratering and leveling agent for
waterborne coatings
Reactive slip and leveling agents based on polysiloxane

EFKA 3835
EFKA 3883
EFKA 3886
EFKA 3888
An isocyanate-terminated
polysiloxane
Polysiloxane modified with
unsaturated terminal groups
Polysiloxane modified
Polyisocyanates
Polysiloxane modified
Polyisocyanates
Polyurethane wood coatings,

strongest slip performance
UV-curing systems for plastic coatings,
wood-and paper finishes
Polyurethane wood coatings including
moisture-cured
Polyurethane metal coatings
Added to the
hardener part
Added to the
hardener part
Leveling agents silicone-free

EFKA 3037
EFKA 3277
EFKA 3570
EFKA 3600
EFKA 3650
EFKA 3772
EFKA 3777
EFKA 3778
Solvent blend of high-boiling

aromatics, ketones and esters
Fluorocarbon modified polymer
Flow agent, prevent surface defects, cob-web- During or after the

batch preparation
bing, streaking, chilling, shorten setting time
Solvent-free version of EFKA 3777
End of process
polyacrylate
Polymeric fluorocarbon
compound
Excellent substrate wetting, leveling

End of process
and anticratering
Stoving enamels based on alkyd, acrylic and
polyester resins, polyurethane, two-pack epoxy End of process
and air-dried alkyd systems
Modified version of EFKA 3600
End of process
Polymeric fluorocarbon
compound
polyacrylate
polyacrylate
Acrylic polymer
Strong anticratering
Solventborne or solvent-free systems,

coil coatings, OEM and industrial coatings
Coil coatings, solventborne
or solvent-free systems
** Dosage: % on polyol component
3-5
0.5-2.0
100
0.5-1.5
60
0.1-0.5
100
0.1-1.0
50
End of process
0.5-2.0
60
End of process
0.5-1.0
70
End of process
0.5-2.0
70
Waterborne coatings
Reactive slip and leveling agents based on polysiloxane
% Active content
% Dosage *
Ciba EFKA 3000 slip and leveling agents are used to remove flow disturbance
like orange peel and other undesirable film characteristics. This series provides
3 kinds of slip and leveling agents:
Slip and leveling agents based on polysiloxane
Slip and Leveling Agents
Dispersants
Dispersants are additives that increase the stability of a suspension of powders (pigments) in a liquid medium. They are
used during the dispersion process. Ciba Specialty Chemicals offers 3 kinds of dispersants:
Ionic dispersants
Non-Ionic dispersants
Ionic Dispersants
Average molecular weight
% Active content
Supplied at PH
Neutralizing agent
Density g.cm-1
liquid
4000
40
8.0
NH3
1.16
DISPEX N40
Sodium polyacrylate
liquid
4000
40
7.5
NaOH
1.30
DISPEX N100
Sodium polyacrylate
powder
4000
99
NaOH
DISPEX GA40
Ammonium polyacrylate
copolymer
liquid
6000
40
7.5
NH3
1.13
DISPEX G40
Sodium polyacrylate copolymer
liquid
6000
40
7.5
NaOH
1.20
DISPEX HDN
Sodium polyacrylate copolymer
liquid
20000
40
7.2
NaOH
1.20
Ciba EFKA 5071 is an ionic wetting and dispersing agent to prevent

settling and flooding of pigments.
Water- and solventborne systems.

Strong anti-settling effects
* Dosage: % based on pigments
% Active content
EFKA 5071
Bentonite
Alkylol ammonium salt

of carboxylic acid
Organic
Chemical type
Inorganic
Product name
% Dosage *
0.5-2.0
2.5-5.0
52
Waterborne coatings
Dry powder systems
Ammonium polyacrylate
Aqueous low-PVC paints
DISPEX A40
Aqueous high-PVC paints
Chemical type
Waterborne coatings
Product name
Product form
Aqueous washable paints
Ciba DISPEX dispersants are tightly defined dispersants based on acrylic chemistry. Their narrow molecular weight
distributions provide optimum dispersion efficiency, translating into maximum performance at the lowest possible
formulation cost.
Non-Ionic Dispersants
Ciba Specialty Chemicals offers a wide range of products that can be classified in two main groups:
High molecular weight dispersants
Low molecular weight dispersants
High molecular weight dispersants

The Ciba EFKA 4000 series contains the high molecular weight dispersants. They are linear or branched molecules
with a polyurethane or polyacrylate structure, and have molecular weights of between 5000 and 30000 g/mol. These
products have pendant anchoring groups, which adsorb onto the surface of the organic pigment particles. They are
also effective with inorganic pigments.
In the mill base before

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
60
EKFA 4009
Modified polyurethane
polymer
General-use industrial coatings where cost

effective performance is vital

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
60
EFKA 4046
polymer
General-use industrial coatings

adding pigments
25-50 20 **
40
EFKA 4047
polymer
High quality industrial finishes including

automotive OEM and refinish

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
35
EFKA 4520
polymer
Water- and solventborne coatings, as well

as RMPC

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
33
Incorporation
High molecular weight dispersants for inorganic and organic pigments, based on polyurethanes
New generation polyurethane dispersants for inorganic and organic pigments
EFKA 4010
New generation
polyurethane polymer
General-use industrial coatings including coil

coatings and decorative finishes

5-10
adding pigments
20-40 30-60
EFKA 4015
New generation
Solventborne industrial coatings. Low viscosity

in high pigmented systems

5-10
adding pigments
20-40 30-60
EFKA 4020
New generation
Aromatic-free and low odor dispersing agent for solventborne coatings and universal pigment concentrates

5-10
adding pigments
20-40 30-60
EFKA 4050
New generation
High quality industrial coatings as well as resin

minimal pigment concentrate

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
45
EFKA 4055
New generation
General-use industrial coatings as well as resin minimal

pigment concentrate

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
40
EFKA 4060
New generation
High quality industrial finishes, very strong viscosity

depressing properties

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
30
EFKA 4080
New generation
Gives low viscosity in mill-base

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
30
50
50
65
New generation high molecular weight dispersants based on acrylic block copolymers
EFKA 4300
Acrylic block copolymer
High molecular weight dispersing agent for

deflocculation of all pigments in solventborne systems

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
80
EFKA 4330

deflocculation of all pigments in solventborne systems

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
70

solventborne high-end performance coatings

adding pigments
EFKA 4340
25-50 20-40 55
High molecular weight dispersants for inorganic and organic pigments, based on modified polyacrylates
EFKA 4400
Modified polyacrylate
polymer
Coil coatings

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
40
EFKA 4401
polymer
High quality industrial coatings including

transportation topcoats

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
50
EFKA 4402
polymer
Mainly used for co-grinding of all kinds of pigment

blends in solventborne coatings, as well as in gel-coats

adding pigments
20
40
Waterborne coatings
Butylacetate-free version of EFKA 4009

for architectural paints
% Active content
polymer
Chemical type
Organic
EKFA 4008
Product name
Inorganic
Carbon black
% Dosage *
Incorporation
EFKA 4403
Resin minimal pigment concentrates based

on alkyd resins

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
55
EFKA 4500
with self-emulsifying
properties

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
50
EFKA 4510
polymer
Water- and solventborne industrial coatings

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
50
EFKA 4530
polymer
Waterborne industrial coatings. Solventborne RMPCs

including NC lacquers

adding pigments
10
25-50 20 **
50
EFKA 4540
polymer
Considered suitable for VOC-free applications in

industrial coatings

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
50
EFKA 4550
polymer
Considered suitable for VOC-free applications,

PH independent

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
50
Polyacrylic
Considered suitable for VOC-free pigment concentrates In the mill base before
adding pigments
for waterborne decorative paints
10
25-50 20
40
polymer
Water- and solventborne coatings,

considered suitable for RMPCs and RFPCs

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
60
Acrylic polymer
emulsion
High molecular weight pH-independent dispersant for

deflocculation of all pigments in aqueous coatings and
pigment concentrates

adding pigments
10
25-50 20
40
polymer
Waterborne industrial coatings where cost effective

performance is vital

20-30 30-70
adding pigments
EFKA 4560
EFKA 4570
EFKA 4580
EFKA 4590
* Dosage: Inorganic
% of Oil absorption
Organic
% of BET value
Carbon black % on DBP value
** Dosage: carbon black- % of DBP based on solid dispersant

Dosage: % on pigment weight
60
40
Waterborne coatings
polymer
% Active content
Chemical type
Organic
Product name
Inorganic
Carbon black
% Dosage *
Low Molecular Weight Dispersants

The Ciba EFKA 5000 series contains the conventional low molecular weight dispersants. They are categorized according to their chemical structure as anionic, cationic, electroneutral and non-ionic. They are used mainly for heavily filled
systems such as primers and surfacers for industrial and maintenance coatings.
EFKA 5044
EFKA 5054
50
Incorporation
All types of industrial coatings,

especially for inorganic pigments
Mill based
Unsaturated polyamide
& acid ester salts
Solventborne or solvent-free coating

systems. Also for bentonite gels
In the mill-base before

adding pigments
0.2-2.0
2.0-5.0 30-50 52
Carboxylic acid salts
Non-polar to medium polar coating

systems. Also for bentonite gels

adding pigments
0.2-2.0
2.0-5.0 30-50 52
Carboxylic salts of polyamine amides
Similar to EFKA 5054, but gives

In mill-base, add
improved antisettling an anti sagging before grinding
performances in high built coatings
0.5-2.0
0.2-2.0
2.0-5.0
52
0.5-2.5
52
0.5-2.5
52
0.5-4.0
8-16
52
EFKA 5063
Partial amide and salt of

unsaturated carboxylic acid
Industrial coatings from medium

to polar systems

adding pigments
EFKA 5065
Unsaturated carboxylic acid,

combined with a paint compatible
organically poly-siloxane
Polyurethane systems and stoving

enamels. Also for orientation of
aluminum pigments

adding pigments
Unsaturated carboxylic acid
Polyurethane systems and stoving

enamels. Strong antisettling effect

adding pigments
30-50 52
EFKA 5070
Unsaturated poly-carboxylic acids and Similar to EFKA 5065 but with

esters, combined with a compatible
better compatibility in less
organically modified polysiloxane
polar systems

adding pigments
EFKA 5071
Alkylol ammonium salt of

carboxylic acid

Strong anti-settling effects

adding pigments
0.5-2.0
2.5-5.0
52
EFKA 5207
Hydroxyl functional unsaturated

modified carboxylic acid
Solventborne architectural and

decorative paints

adding pigments
3.0-5.0 **
2.0-5.0
100
EFKA 5244
Unsaturated polyamide and

acid ester salts
Solvent-free version of EFKA 5044
In the mill-base
before grinding
* Dosage: Inorganic
Organic
Bentonite
% based on pigments
% based on pigments
% based on bentonite part
** EFKA 5010: Dosage, 1-4% base on TiO2 and extender, 5-10% for other inorganic pigments
EFKA 5207: Dosage, 0.5-1.5% based on TiO2 and extender, 3-5% for other inorganic pigments
10
0.2-2.0
2.0-5.0 30-50 100
Waterborne coatings
Acidic polyester polyamide
% Active content
5-10**
Chemical type
EFKA 5055
EFKA 5066
Bentonite
EFKA 5010
Organic
Product name
Inorganic
% Dosage *
Fatty acid modified polyester
EFKA 6225
Fatty acid modified polyester
EFKA 6230
EFKA 6525
Aliphatic polyether with acidic

groups
Solution of fatty acid modified
polyester in water
Incorporation
Improve compatibility and color acceptance of

universal colorants in base paints
Dispersant agent for universal colorants
for tinting systems
Dispersing agent for inorganic pigments and fillers
for decorative and industrial coatings
Stabilizes all kind of pigment and extenders in waterborne coatings, especially in decorative coatings
In the mill-base or used

as post additive
as post additive
In the mill-base adding
before grinding
as post additive
11
100
100
100
50
Waterborne coatings
Chemical type
EFKA 6220
Product name
% Active content
FAMEs' molecules are based upon fatty acid chemistry, having polar heads based on tertiary amines. They can be easily
handled without addition of solvent and used effectively when combining water-based colorants with solvent-based
base paints. They enable paint producers to develop universal colorants for the decorative market.
Rheology Modifiers
Chemical type
Chemistry type*
% Active content
Supplied at PH
Density g.cm-1
VISCALEX HV100
Anionic polyacrylate copolymer
Powder
AS
99
VISCALEX HV200
Cationic polyacrylate copolymer
Powder
99
VISCALEX HV300
Liquid
AS
99
VISCALEX HV30
Liquid
ASE
30
3.0
1.05
VISCALEX VM
Liquid
ASE
30
3.0
1.05
VISCALEX VG2
Liquid
ASE
30
3.0
1.05
VISCALEX AT88
Ammonium polyacrylate copolymer
Liquid
LDP
60
1.10
RHEOVIS 112
Liquid HASE
40
3.0-3.5 1.05
RHEOVIS 132
Liquid HASE
40
3.0-3.5 1.05
RHEOVIS 152
Liquid HASE
40
3.0-3.5 1.05
RHEOVIS PU20
Polyurethane
Liquid
EUR
20
* ASE:
AS:
LDP:
HASE:
EUR:
Alkali Swellable Emulsions;

Alkali Swellable;
Liquid Dispersion Polymers;
Hydrophobically modified Alkali Swellable Emulsions;
Urethane polymer
12
Gypsum based
Product name
Product form
Cement based systems
Calcium carbonate
based systems
Aqueous wood coatings
Aqueous low-PVC paints
Aqueous high-PVC paints
Waterborne coatings
Ciba VISCALEX range provides shear-thinning rheology to give good suspending power and sag resistance, but low
high-shear viscosity for ease of application.
Ciba RHEOVIS range is less shear-thinning than VISCALEX, or more Newtonian in rheology. This provides the best
leveling for gloss systems while avoiding spattering problems.
6.0
1.03
Universal Resins for Resin Minimal Pigment Concentrates (RMPC)
EFKA 1101
Hydroxy functional acrylic resin for solventborne RMPC
60
EFKA 1500
Fatty acid modified polymer
Modified polyester resin for water- and solventborne RMPC
90
EFKA 1502
Modified polyester considered suitable for VOC-free pigment concentrates
95
Self-emulsifying polyester considered suitable for VOC-free pigment

concentrates, for decorative paints
75
EFKA 1503
13
Waterborne coatings
Chemical type
Product name
% Active content
The Ciba EFKA 1000 series contains dispersing resins specially developed for the production of resin minimal pigment
concentrates. They show good pigment wetting and stabilizing performance and excellent compatibility with the resins
most commonly used in paints.
Miscellaneous
EFKA 6700
EFKA 6725
Antigelling agent for air-drying

and stoving enamels
Cross-linking UV-absorber for air-drying
paints and varnishes
Synergist to aid dispersion of
phthalocyanine pigments, give lower
viscosity of concentrates
Industrial coatings, improving
conductivity
EFKA 6745
Blue powder
EFKA 6780
Cationic compounds
EFKA 6782
Cationic compounds
EFKA 6903
Modified
polyethylene-micronized
EFKA 6906
Low molecular weight,

polyethylene-micronized
EFKA 6950
Overbased calcium sulfonate

complex
Conductivity agent for industrial coatings

Solventborne systems. Polyethylene
wax for matting, antiblocking and scratch
resistance
Polyethylene wax for antiblocking and
scratch resistance
Anti-settling control additive for high-filled
solventborne systems

** Dosage: low pigmented or unpigmented varnishes: 1-3% on total formulation
In pigmented coatings: 0.5-1.0% on total final formulation
Dosage: % calculated on pigment weight
14
0.5-1.0
15
End of process
**
>95
In the mill-base
3-5
100
End of process
0.2-2.0
80
End of process
0.1-1.0
70
Before process in
pigmented system
0.5-2.5
100
Before process in
pigmented system
0.5-2.0
100
In the mill-base
1.0-3.0
60
Incorporation
Before processing
Waterborne coatings
Ketoxime with phosphorus

ester salt
Derivative of 2,4 Dihydroxy
Benzophenone
Chemical type
% Active content
Product name
% Dosage *
The Ciba EFKA 6000 series features more miscellaneous products including conductivity agents, waxes, synergists,
antigelling agents, light stabilizers and rheology modifiers.
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EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSES OTHER THAN THE INTENDED PURPOSE. No statements herein are to be construed as inducements to infringe any relevant patent. Under no
circumstances shall Seller be liable for incidental, consequential or indirect damages for alleged negligence, breach
of warranty, strict liability, tort or contract arising in connection with the product(s). Buyers sole remedy and Sellers
sole liability for any claims shall be Buyers purchase price. Data and results are based on controlled or lab work and
must be confirmed by Buyer by testing for the intended conditions of use. The product(s) has (have) not been
tested for, and is (are) therefore not recommended for, uses for which prolonged contact with mucous membranes,
abraded skin, or blood is intended; or for uses for which implantation within the human body is intended.
Please note that products may differ from country to country. If you have any queries, kindly contact your local
Ciba Specialty Chemicals representative. Further information at website: www.cibasc.com/coatingeffects
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Product Selection Guide

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Slip and Leveling Agents

Universal resins for resin minimal pigment concentrates (RMPC)

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The products are divided into five main categories:

Further technical product information and details on use

This booklet provides a comprehensive list of additives in

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Polyurethane, acid-cure and

Unsaturated polyester, epoxy

Emulsions of organic polymers

Polyurethane curtain coatings

* Dosage: % on total formulation

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Silicone-free leveling agents

Slip and leveling agent based on polysiloxane

Improve slip and mar resistance,

Reactive slip and leveling agents based on polysiloxane

Polyurethane wood coatings,

Leveling agents silicone-free

Solvent blend of high-boiling

Flow agent, prevent surface defects, cob-web- During or after the

Excellent substrate wetting, leveling

* Dosage: % on total formulation

Solventborne or solvent-free systems,

Reactive slip and leveling agents based on polysiloxane

Slip and leveling agents based on polysiloxane

Slip and Leveling Agents

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FAME (Fatty Acid Modified Emulsifiers)

Average molecular weight

Sodium polyacrylate copolymer

Sodium polyacrylate copolymer

Ciba EFKA 5071 is an ionic wetting and dispersing agent to prevent

Water- and solventborne systems.

* Dosage: % based on pigments

Alkylol ammonium salt

Dry powder systems

Aqueous low-PVC paints

Aqueous high-PVC paints

Aqueous washable paints

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High molecular weight dispersants

Low molecular weight dispersants

High molecular weight dispersants

In the mill base before

General-use industrial coatings where cost

In the mill base before

General-use industrial coatings

In the mill base before

High quality industrial finishes including

In the mill base before

Water- and solventborne coatings, as well

In the mill base before

New generation polyurethane dispersants for inorganic and organic pigments

General-use industrial coatings including coil

In the mill base before

Solventborne industrial coatings. Low viscosity

In the mill base before

In the mill base before