| EFKA® SI 2022 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SI 2022 is a silicone-based defoamer for both solvent-based and solvent-free coatings. It prevents the formation of foam and blisters during the manufacturing and application of sloventborne and solvent-free coatings. This product is used for 2-pack...view more EFKA® SI 2022 is a silicone-based defoamer for both solvent-based and solvent-free coatings. It prevents the formation of foam and blisters during the manufacturing and application of sloventborne and solvent-free coatings. This product is used for 2-pack systems, stoving enamels, and air drying industrial coatings. view less | |
| EFKA® SI 2023 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SI 2023 is a silicone-based defoamer for solvent-based coatings. It is a solution of defoaming substances containing silicone that prevents the formation of foam and blisters during the manufacturing and application of solvent-based coatings. Recomm...view more EFKA® SI 2023 is a silicone-based defoamer for solvent-based coatings. It is a solution of defoaming substances containing silicone that prevents the formation of foam and blisters during the manufacturing and application of solvent-based coatings. Recommended applications for this product include: two pack systems based on polyurethane and epoxy resins, especially suited for polyurethane-based wood finishes applied, by curtain coating, acid curing and nitrocellulose systems, and oil free polyester systems. view less | |
| EFKA® SI 2722 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SI 2722 produces rapid de-aeration of solvent-free epoxy and polyurethane compounds so that foam and blister-free self-leveling coatings can be produced. It acts as a leveling agent, giving a smooth surface to the coating. EFKA® 2722 can be used in ...view more EFKA® SI 2722 produces rapid de-aeration of solvent-free epoxy and polyurethane compounds so that foam and blister-free self-leveling coatings can be produced. It acts as a leveling agent, giving a smooth surface to the coating. EFKA® 2722 can be used in pigmented or non-pigmented resin systems such as solvent-free epoxy systems and solvent-free polyurethane systems. view less | |
| EFKA® SI 2723 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SI 2723 has been developed to produce rapid de-aeration of solvent-free polyurethane and epoxy compounds used in flooring application, so that foam and blister-free self-leveling coatings can be produced. It acts as a leveling agent, giving a smooth...view more EFKA® SI 2723 has been developed to produce rapid de-aeration of solvent-free polyurethane and epoxy compounds used in flooring application, so that foam and blister-free self-leveling coatings can be produced. It acts as a leveling agent, giving a smooth surface to the coating. On the other hand, it presents the advantage of low odor. EFKA® SI 2723 can be used in pigmented or non-pigmented resin systems such as solvent-free epoxy and polyurethane systems, low odor, high-solids two-pack systems and solvent-free radiation-curable systems. view less | |
| EFKA® SI 2741 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SI 2741 is a defoamer for solvent-based systems; effective in nitrocellulose and polyurethane-based formulations. | |
| EFKA® SL 3030 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3030 is an additive designed to improve leveling and to increase scratch and abrasion resistance. It improves anti-blocking characteristics, prevents floating and is universally compatible with various coating systems. Compared to dimethylpolysil...view more EFKA® SL 3030 is an additive designed to improve leveling and to increase scratch and abrasion resistance. It improves anti-blocking characteristics, prevents floating and is universally compatible with various coating systems. Compared to dimethylpolysiloxane, this slip & leveling agent is universally compatible with various coating systems and does not cause cratering even in excessively high concentrations. view less | |
| EFKA® SL 3031 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3031 is a slip, leveling and antiblocking additive that is compatible with all medium to high-polarity solvent based systems. It improves mar-resistance, slip and smoothness, decreases the tendency to floating of pigments and the sensitivity to a...view more EFKA® SL 3031 is a slip, leveling and antiblocking additive that is compatible with all medium to high-polarity solvent based systems. It improves mar-resistance, slip and smoothness, decreases the tendency to floating of pigments and the sensitivity to air-draughts. EFKA® SL 3031 is compatible with all medium- to high-polarity solventbased systems. In unsaturated polyesters, e.g., UV-curable, EFKA® SL 3031 improves slip and smoothness of the surface with no influence on curtain stability when applied by curtain coating. The sensitivity to air drafts when sprayed or poured will be reduced by EFKA® SL 3031. This product also improves leveling and mar resistance and acts as an antiblocking agent. This is particularly advantageous in PUR systems based on hydroxyl acrylics. Due to its high surface activity, EFKA® SL 3031 can interfere with intercoat adhesion when recoated without sanding. If air is introduced by the application equipment, small amounts of defoamers such as EFKA® PB 2020 and EFKA® SI 2022 should be added. view less | |
| EFKA® SL 3033 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3033 is a very effective additive, which increases slip and surface smoothness. It is used in clear coatings and provides leveling, increased scratch and abrasion resistance, enhanced anti-blocking characteristics and prevents floating and crater...view more EFKA® SL 3033 is a very effective additive, which increases slip and surface smoothness. It is used in clear coatings and provides leveling, increased scratch and abrasion resistance, enhanced anti-blocking characteristics and prevents floating and cratering. It is an organically modified polysiloxane. view less | |
| EFKA® SL 3035 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3035 is an organically modified polysiloxane that can be used in water and solvent based coatings. It provides improved leveling and increases slip and mar-resistance. It prevents floating and is hydrolysis resistant. Due to its excellent compati...view more EFKA® SL 3035 is an organically modified polysiloxane that can be used in water and solvent based coatings. It provides improved leveling and increases slip and mar-resistance. It prevents floating and is hydrolysis resistant. Due to its excellent compatibility, EFKA® SL 3035 is particularly recommended for polyurethane and polyester wood coatings. It helps to prevent curtain rupture in curtain coating applications. view less | |
| EFKA® SL 3200 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3200 is a universal silicone-based solvent-free slip and leveling agent; suitable for aqueous, solvent-based and UV formulations. | |
| EFKA® SL 3210 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3210 is a solution of a polysiloxane-modified polymer which is active at the substrate and air interfaces of inks and overprint varnishes. It has very broad compatibility with a broad range of printing ink systems. An applied film containing EFKA...view more EFKA® SL 3210 is a solution of a polysiloxane-modified polymer which is active at the substrate and air interfaces of inks and overprint varnishes. It has very broad compatibility with a broad range of printing ink systems. An applied film containing EFKA® SL 3210 is relatively insensitive to pinholing - even at high concentrations of the additive. This clear, colorless liquid may be used in water-based, solvent-based and UV-curable printing inks and over-print varnishes. EFKA® SL 3210 is especially effective in nitrocellulose-based systems for flexographic and gravure printing. It is also effective in UV flexographic printing. view less | |
| EFKA® SL 3236 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3236 is an organically modified polysiloxane, soluble in aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, esters, and ketones. It provides leveling and surface smoothness, increased slip and mar-resistance, stabilizes the curtain and improves overspray accep...view more EFKA® SL 3236 is an organically modified polysiloxane, soluble in aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, esters, and ketones. It provides leveling and surface smoothness, increased slip and mar-resistance, stabilizes the curtain and improves overspray acceptance. EFKA® SL 3236 is particularly recommended for non-aqueous coatings such as baking enamels based on alkyd, acrylic or polyester resins, acid-curable or polyurethane wood finishes particularly when applied by curtain coating, self-leveling epoxy flooring compounds, UV-curable paper lacquers and air-drying alkyd systems. view less | |
| EFKA® SL 3257 | BASF Formulation Additives | Efka® SL 3257 is a solvent-free, 100% active, polyether modified polysiloxane, for use in inks, coatings and paints. Efka® SL 3257 exhibits excellent substrate wetting and reduction of surface tension of the liquid film. It is compatible with a wide range...view more Efka® SL 3257 is a solvent-free, 100% active, polyether modified polysiloxane, for use in inks, coatings and paints. Efka® SL 3257 exhibits excellent substrate wetting and reduction of surface tension of the liquid film. It is compatible with a wide range of resins and provides slip modified surfaces that are conducive to recoatability. Additionally, Efka® SL 3257 has been found to improve gloss, scratch resistance and leveling of coatings, and provides very efficient reduction of COF (coefficient of friction). view less | |
| EFKA® SL 3288 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3288 is an additive designed to improve slip, levelling, surface smoothness and ‘soft-touch’ effect in high gloss coatings. It has a minimal effect on foam stabilisation and intercoat adhesion. Due to its excellent compatibility properties, it is...view more EFKA® SL 3288 is an additive designed to improve slip, levelling, surface smoothness and ‘soft-touch’ effect in high gloss coatings. It has a minimal effect on foam stabilisation and intercoat adhesion. Due to its excellent compatibility properties, it is very suitable for use in high-gloss clear coatings without causing haze. EFKA® SL 3288 is recommended for all kinds of solvent-based high-gloss coatings, especially wood finishes. It is also suitable for water-based industrial coatings. view less | |
| EFKA® SL 3299 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3299 is a very effective additive, which increases slip, surface smoothness and gloss. Due to its excellent compatibility properties, it is very suitable for use in high-gloss clear wood coatings. | |
| EFKA® SL 3883 | BASF Formulation Additives | EFKA® SL 3883 is a polysiloxane-modified with unsaturated terminal groups; UV-curing systems for wood, plastic and paper coatings. | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2107 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2107 is a defoamer provides efficient foam and froth control in the manufacture of paints. Liquid in nature and essentially 100% active, this defoaming agent is recommended for PVA, acrylic and vinyl acrylic emulsions. | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2111 NC | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2111 NC is a defoamer specifically designed for water based paints and coatings, water based printing inks as well as for latex adhesive systems. A defoamer level of 0.5%, based on total ink or adhesive, is a good starting point for determin...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2111 NC is a defoamer specifically designed for water based paints and coatings, water based printing inks as well as for latex adhesive systems. A defoamer level of 0.5%, based on total ink or adhesive, is a good starting point for determining the optimum use level. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2119 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2119 is a defoamer suitable for water-based systems. It is a silicone and mineral oil free defoamer; well-suited for ink defoaming where printing press plates are swollen or softened by mineral oil based defoamers. (is this mineral oil based...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2119 is a defoamer suitable for water-based systems. It is a silicone and mineral oil free defoamer; well-suited for ink defoaming where printing press plates are swollen or softened by mineral oil based defoamers. (is this mineral oil based or free? catalog is conflicting) Yes it is. Removed MO comment in opening line. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2133 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2133 is a 100% active defoamer developed to provide efficient and economical defoaming in water-based coatings. It utilizes four different defoaming mechanisms, including a multiple hydrophobic system which results in broad spectrum defoamin...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2133 is a 100% active defoamer developed to provide efficient and economical defoaming in water-based coatings. It utilizes four different defoaming mechanisms, including a multiple hydrophobic system which results in broad spectrum defoaming performance. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2140 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2140 is a 100% active defoamer developed to provide effective long term defoaming for water based paints and coatings. It was specifically designed to achieve defoaming persistence without sacrificing exceptional film compatibility even when...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2140 is a 100% active defoamer developed to provide effective long term defoaming for water based paints and coatings. It was specifically designed to achieve defoaming persistence without sacrificing exceptional film compatibility even when used in today's coatings employing synthetic rheology modifiers. This product is an opaque, off-white liquid. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2152 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2152 provides efficient defoaming performance in the manufacture and application of paints and inks from synthetic latex. In paint formulations, 2 to 3 pounds of FOAMASTER® MO 2152 effectively defoams 100 gallons of paint. One half of the no...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2152 provides efficient defoaming performance in the manufacture and application of paints and inks from synthetic latex. In paint formulations, 2 to 3 pounds of FOAMASTER® MO 2152 effectively defoams 100 gallons of paint. One half of the normal amount is added to the pigment before grinding to suppress the formation of foam and the remainder to the "let-down" portion. In adhesives application, 1 - 2 % of the defoamer, based on the weight of the latex solids, is generally sufficient. Recommended levels of additions only serve as starting points because of variations in adhesives and paint formulations. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2170 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2170 provides efficient defoaming performance in the manufacture and application of paints and inks from synthetic latex. It is recommended for defoaming waterborne architectural coatings. It may also be suitable for defoaming aqueous printi...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2170 provides efficient defoaming performance in the manufacture and application of paints and inks from synthetic latex. It is recommended for defoaming waterborne architectural coatings. It may also be suitable for defoaming aqueous printing inks. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2172 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2172 is a 100% active, mineral oil defoamer. It is composed of a hydrophobic, silica blend containing mineral oil. This defoamer is specially designed for water-based paints, aqueous adhesives, and synthetic latex manufactured products. | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2175 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2175 is a non-separating defoamer for flat to semi-gloss coatings that offers good persistency and knock down. It is a cost-effective alternative to silica-based defoamers. This opaque off-white liquid is a general purpose defoamer for flat ...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2175 is a non-separating defoamer for flat to semi-gloss coatings that offers good persistency and knock down. It is a cost-effective alternative to silica-based defoamers. This opaque off-white liquid is a general purpose defoamer for flat to semi-gloss architectural coating. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2184 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2184 defoamer provides efficient foam and froth control in the manufacture of synthetic latex and subsequently compounded paints and adhesives. Liquid in nature and 100% active, this defoaming agent is recommended for SBR, PVA, a...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2184 defoamer provides efficient foam and froth control in the manufacture of synthetic latex and subsequently compounded paints and adhesives. Liquid in nature and 100% active, this defoaming agent is recommended for SBR, PVA, and acrylic and vinyl acrylic emulsions. FOAMASTER® MO 2184 is a defoamer recommended for SBR, PVA, acrylic and vinyl acrylic emulsions, adhesives. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2185 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2185 is a 100 % active antifoamer developed to meet the need for a foam-counteracting additive. It has high defoaming efficiency and easy water dispersability. FOAMASTER® MO 2185 also has complete compatibility with tints and colorants used...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2185 is a 100 % active antifoamer developed to meet the need for a foam-counteracting additive. It has high defoaming efficiency and easy water dispersability. FOAMASTER® MO 2185 also has complete compatibility with tints and colorants used in latex paints and tint bases. It provides high defoaming efficiency in alkaline or acidic systems and imparts excellent antifoaming in water based paints and adhesives. FOAMASTER® MO 2185 does not detract from tinting color development and produces films free of fish eyes and craters. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2190 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2190 is a 100% active, liquid defoamer. FOAMASTER® MO 2190 was specially designed to optimize effectiveness, persistence and compatibility in latex based adhesives. It has also proven effective in certain latex-based coating and ink applicat...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2190 is a 100% active, liquid defoamer. FOAMASTER® MO 2190 was specially designed to optimize effectiveness, persistence and compatibility in latex based adhesives. It has also proven effective in certain latex-based coating and ink applications. FOAMASTER® MO 2190 has also been designed to have good film compatibility, which translates to clear, defect-free films. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO 2192 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO 2192 is a defoamer recommended for SBR, NBR, PVC, PVAc, acrylic and other latex systems. As a latex stripping defoamer, FOAMASTER® MO 2192 has proved to be very effective in latex polymerized with a variety of emulsifiers including rosin aci...view more FOAMASTER® MO 2192 is a defoamer recommended for SBR, NBR, PVC, PVAc, acrylic and other latex systems. As a latex stripping defoamer, FOAMASTER® MO 2192 has proved to be very effective in latex polymerized with a variety of emulsifiers including rosin acid soaps, fatty acid soaps, alkyl sulfates and alkyl aryl sulfonates. It effectively controls foaming in the flash tank during degassing, and in the stripping column. Liquid in nature and 100% active, this defoamer is readily dispersible in water. It is a more potent version of FOAMASTER® MO 2185. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO NDW NC | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO NDW NC is a defoamer for systems based on synthetic latex, especially those based on styrene-butadiene, polyvinyl acetate, acrylic and water-soluble alkyds. It is effective in all systems based on synthetic latex, and it continues to defoam ...view more FOAMASTER® MO NDW NC is a defoamer for systems based on synthetic latex, especially those based on styrene-butadiene, polyvinyl acetate, acrylic and water-soluble alkyds. It is effective in all systems based on synthetic latex, and it continues to defoam effectively, even after months of storage. FOAMASTER® MO NDW NC contributes to excellent brushability and does not cause fish-eyes. It has no effect on the final paint film. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® MO NXZ NC | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® MO NXZ NC is a liquid defoamer for emulsion paints and adhesive systems. It is based on styrene-butadiene, acrylic, polyvinyl chloride and its copolymers, ethylene vinyl acetate, vinylidene chloride and water-soluble alkyds. It has improved dis...view more FOAMASTER® MO NXZ NC is a liquid defoamer for emulsion paints and adhesive systems. It is based on styrene-butadiene, acrylic, polyvinyl chloride and its copolymers, ethylene vinyl acetate, vinylidene chloride and water-soluble alkyds. It has improved dispersability over Foamaster® MO NDW NC. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® NO 2331 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® NO 2331 is an extraordinary process defoamer based on renewable, natural oil with broad global food contact compliance. It demonstrates excellent defoaming properties in emulsion polymerization as well as in adhesives and functional coatings ap...view more FOAMASTER® NO 2331 is an extraordinary process defoamer based on renewable, natural oil with broad global food contact compliance. It demonstrates excellent defoaming properties in emulsion polymerization as well as in adhesives and functional coatings applications. FOAMASTER® NO 2331 also provides significant long-term stability in its applications. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® WO 2310 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® WO 2310 is an extraordinary process defoamer based on pharmaceutical white oil with broad global food contact compliance. It demonstrates excellent defoaming properties in emulsion polymerization and adhesives applications. FOAMASTER® WO 2310 a...view more FOAMASTER® WO 2310 is an extraordinary process defoamer based on pharmaceutical white oil with broad global food contact compliance. It demonstrates excellent defoaming properties in emulsion polymerization and adhesives applications. FOAMASTER® WO 2310 also offers high compatibility and provides significant long-term stability in its applications. view less | |
| FOAMASTER® WO 2323 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMASTER® WO 2323 is a defoamer for low-odor emulsion paints. It is a formulation based on white oil and non-ionic surfactants. | |
| FOAMSTAR® ED 2522NC | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ED 2522 NC is a high performance, ultra-low SVOC silicone emulsion defoamer for premium water-based paints, clear coats and inks. It is an emulsion of organo-modified silicones. This defoamer is specifically designed for the following applicatio...view more FOAMSTAR® ED 2522 NC is a high performance, ultra-low SVOC silicone emulsion defoamer for premium water-based paints, clear coats and inks. It is an emulsion of organo-modified silicones. This defoamer is specifically designed for the following applications: premium water based architectural paints; industrial coatings; wood coatings; and printing inks and over print varnishes (OPVS). view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® ED 2523 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ED 2523 is a universal, polymer-emulsion defoamer enhanced with small amount of modified PDMS. It is an excellent defoamer for many flat to semigloss aqueous coatings. This product exhibits excellent foam suppression during grinding as well as a...view more FOAMSTAR® ED 2523 is a universal, polymer-emulsion defoamer enhanced with small amount of modified PDMS. It is an excellent defoamer for many flat to semigloss aqueous coatings. This product exhibits excellent foam suppression during grinding as well as application, retains antifoam efficiency during extended storage of paint, and it is easy to incorporate without requiring strong shear forces. It is also highly compatible, maintains gloss, and there is no fogging. FOAMSTAR® ED 2523 is VOC-free according to EU Directive 2004/42/EC and EPA Method 24 (USA) and has a very low semivolatile organic compound content. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® ED 2526 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ED 2526 is a defoamer in various water-based coating systems. It functions well during the application of paints and lacquers and also prevents the entrapment of air during processing steps such as stirring, pumping etc. FOAMSTAR® ED 2526 was de...view more FOAMSTAR® ED 2526 is a defoamer in various water-based coating systems. It functions well during the application of paints and lacquers and also prevents the entrapment of air during processing steps such as stirring, pumping etc. FOAMSTAR® ED 2526 was developed for water-based industrial coatings. It is recommended for use in coatings based on alkyd resin solutions and alkyd resin emulsions. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® PB 2706 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® PB 2706 is an efficient defoamer for the manufacture of construction chemicals products. Because of its excellent foam-suppressing effect, FOAMSTAR® PB 2706 is generally added very early in the work process to prevent foaming right from the outs...view more FOAMSTAR® PB 2706 is an efficient defoamer for the manufacture of construction chemicals products. Because of its excellent foam-suppressing effect, FOAMSTAR® PB 2706 is generally added very early in the work process to prevent foaming right from the outset in the manufacture of construction chemicals products. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® SI 2210 NC | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® SI 2210 NC is a defoamer for non-pigmented and low-pigmented aqueous coatings, printing inks, adhesives and UV-curable systems. It has a spontaneous defoaming effect in low- and nonpigmented aqueous coatings. It is highly compatible, does not se...view more FOAMSTAR® SI 2210 NC is a defoamer for non-pigmented and low-pigmented aqueous coatings, printing inks, adhesives and UV-curable systems. It has a spontaneous defoaming effect in low- and nonpigmented aqueous coatings. It is highly compatible, does not separate out from the paint and has a good long-term efficiency. Aqueous wood coatings and overprint varnishes based on acrylic polymers are the preferential fields of application, but the defoamer is also suitable for contact adhesives. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® SI 2213 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® SI 2213 is a defoamer for clear and low pigmented aqueous coatings and printing inks, predominantly those based on polymeric dispersions. It is a highly effective defoamer with excellent compatibility which makes it ideally suitable for use in m...view more FOAMSTAR® SI 2213 is a defoamer for clear and low pigmented aqueous coatings and printing inks, predominantly those based on polymeric dispersions. It is a highly effective defoamer with excellent compatibility which makes it ideally suitable for use in modern coatings such as those based on finely dispersed acrylics. For printing inks based on these polymers, FOAMSTAR® SI 2213 has little to no effect on the swelling of rubber stereos, inking rollers or blankets. This colorless, slightly cloudy liquid is a mixture of foam-destroying polymers and emulsifiers and silicone. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® SI 2240 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® SI 2240 is a silicone based defoamer compound with a broad compatibility in various binder systems, spontaneous defoaming effect and excellent long term efficiency. It is well suited for the production of pigment concentrates due to the fact tha...view more FOAMSTAR® SI 2240 is a silicone based defoamer compound with a broad compatibility in various binder systems, spontaneous defoaming effect and excellent long term efficiency. It is well suited for the production of pigment concentrates due to the fact that it shows excellent stability under high shear conditions. However, it also shows very good efficiency in the let-down stage. FOAMSTAR® SI 2240 has an extended food contact compliance and global country registrations. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® SI 2250 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® SI 2250 can be used as a defoamer in various water-based coating systems and pigment concentrates. Due to its stability in high shear processing it functions well during the application of paints and lacquers. Due to its stability to high-shear ...view more FOAMSTAR® SI 2250 can be used as a defoamer in various water-based coating systems and pigment concentrates. Due to its stability in high shear processing it functions well during the application of paints and lacquers. Due to its stability to high-shear processing it functions well during the application of paints and lacquers and also prevents the entrapment of air during processing steps such as stirring, pumping etc. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® SI 2280 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® SI 2280 is a colorless liquid designed to be used as a defoamer in water-based coating systems and pigment concentrates. One of the unique properties of this family of defoamers is the ease of incorporation under low-shear conditions without cau...view more FOAMSTAR® SI 2280 is a colorless liquid designed to be used as a defoamer in water-based coating systems and pigment concentrates. One of the unique properties of this family of defoamers is the ease of incorporation under low-shear conditions without causing negative side effects in the final paint film. Another strong property is the high-shear stability of these defoamers, which makes them extremely suitable to be used in high-shear processing such as grinding, stirring and pumping. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® SI 2292 NC | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® SI 2292 NC is a defoamer and deaerating agent for use in purely aqueous coatings and those coatings containing co solvents based on polymer emulsions and applied by curtain coating, spraying, dipping, rolling or brushing on wood, wood products o...view more FOAMSTAR® SI 2292 NC is a defoamer and deaerating agent for use in purely aqueous coatings and those coatings containing co solvents based on polymer emulsions and applied by curtain coating, spraying, dipping, rolling or brushing on wood, wood products or metal. Due to its long-term defoaming effect FOAMSTAR® SI 2292 NC has proved to be suitable in emulsion and suspension polymerization, particularly in the manufacture of PVC, vinyl acetate and acrylic emulsions. FOAMSTAR® SI 2292 NC may be used during polymerization and monomer stripping. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® SI 2299 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® SI 2299 is a highly efficient organomodified silicone active based deaerator and defoamer for aqueous spray applications. Because of its excellent compatibility, it is also suitable for heavy-duty anti-corrosion spray coatings. FOAMSTAR® SI 2299...view more FOAMSTAR® SI 2299 is a highly efficient organomodified silicone active based deaerator and defoamer for aqueous spray applications. Because of its excellent compatibility, it is also suitable for heavy-duty anti-corrosion spray coatings. FOAMSTAR® SI 2299 is also versatile, allowing for post-adjustment of a formulation. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2400 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2400 is a novel series of defoamers based on new defoamer chemistry developed and patented by BASF. It is the first new defoamer chemistry in over 30 years. | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2410 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2410 represents a novel series of defoamers based on new defoamer chemistry. FOAMSTAR® is a defoaming molecule that defoams by a different mechanism. Unlike conventional defoamers (mineral oil or silicone), FOAMSTAR® defoams on a molecular le...view more FOAMSTAR® ST 2410 represents a novel series of defoamers based on new defoamer chemistry. FOAMSTAR® is a defoaming molecule that defoams by a different mechanism. Unlike conventional defoamers (mineral oil or silicone), FOAMSTAR® defoams on a molecular level. It also has wetting properties not found in other conventional defoamers. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2412 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2412 represents a novel series of defoamers based on new defoamer chemistry. FOAMSTAR® is a defoaming molecule that defoams by a different mechanism. Unlike conventional defoamers (mineral oil or silicone), FOAMSTAR® defoams on a molecular le...view more FOAMSTAR® ST 2412 represents a novel series of defoamers based on new defoamer chemistry. FOAMSTAR® is a defoaming molecule that defoams by a different mechanism. Unlike conventional defoamers (mineral oil or silicone), FOAMSTAR® defoams on a molecular level. It also has wetting properties not found in other conventional defoamers. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2420 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2420 represents the latest innovation in hyper branched polymer defoamer technology delivered in an essentially emission-free hydrocarbon matrix. It is amongst the most efficient defoamers requiring up to 50% less dosage to achieve the perfor...view more FOAMSTAR® ST 2420 represents the latest innovation in hyper branched polymer defoamer technology delivered in an essentially emission-free hydrocarbon matrix. It is amongst the most efficient defoamers requiring up to 50% less dosage to achieve the performance of benchmark mineral oil defoamers. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2434 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2434 is effective in high gloss paints and coatings based on acrylic, styrene acrylic and vinyl acrylic latex. FOAMSTAR® is a defoaming molecule that defoams by a different mechanism. Unlike conventional defoamers (mineral oil or silicone), ...view more FOAMSTAR® ST 2434 is effective in high gloss paints and coatings based on acrylic, styrene acrylic and vinyl acrylic latex. FOAMSTAR® is a defoaming molecule that defoams by a different mechanism. Unlike conventional defoamers (mineral oil or silicone), FOAMSTAR® ST 2434 defoams on a molecular level. It also has wetting properties not found in other conventional defoamers. FOAMSTAR® ST 2434 utilizes the FOAMSTAR® Molecule compounded with polysiloxanes in a mineral oil-free system. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2436 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2436 is part of the series that represents a novel series of defoamers based on new defoamer chemistry. It is the first new defoamer chemistry in over 30 years. It is effective in high gloss paints and coatings based on acrylic, styrene acryl...view more FOAMSTAR® ST 2436 is part of the series that represents a novel series of defoamers based on new defoamer chemistry. It is the first new defoamer chemistry in over 30 years. It is effective in high gloss paints and coatings based on acrylic, styrene acrylic and vinyl acrylic latex. It has greater potency than FOAMSTAR® ST 2434. FOAMSTAR® ST 2436 is a defoaming molecule that defoams by a different mechanism. Unlike conventional defoamers (mineral oil or silicone), FOAMSTAR® ST 2436 defoams on a molecular level. It also has wetting properties not found in other conventional defoamers. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2438 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2438 is a 100% active defoamer compound combining a hyper-branched Star polymer with high-end organo-silicones to deliver fast foam knock down with very high efficiency. FOAMSTAR® ST series represents a novel series of defoamers based on new ...view more FOAMSTAR® ST 2438 is a 100% active defoamer compound combining a hyper-branched Star polymer with high-end organo-silicones to deliver fast foam knock down with very high efficiency. FOAMSTAR® ST series represents a novel series of defoamers based on new defoamer chemistry. This product is effective in high gloss paints and coatings based on acrylic, styrene acrylic and vinyl acrylic latex. view less | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2439 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2439 is effective in high gloss paints and coatings based on acrylic, styrene acrylic and vinyl acrylic latex. It is a more potent version of FOAMSTAR® ST 2438. | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2445 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2445 is a defoaming molecule that is effective in very difficult-to-defoam gloss formulations. | |
| FOAMSTAR® ST 2446 | BASF Formulation Additives | FOAMSTAR® ST 2446 is based on a patented hyper-branched Star polymer compounded with high-end organo-silicone polymers. It is one of our best defoamers for zero to 50 g/l VOC, medium to low PVC premium paints. FOAMSTAR® ST 2446 is a product of choice when...view more FOAMSTAR® ST 2446 is based on a patented hyper-branched Star polymer compounded with high-end organo-silicone polymers. It is one of our best defoamers for zero to 50 g/l VOC, medium to low PVC premium paints. FOAMSTAR® ST 2446 is a product of choice when other defoamers do not work. It allows for very good film appearance properties despite its very high efficiency. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® SL 3682 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® SL 3682 is a highly effective slip and anti-blocking additive. It is suitable for aqueous paint, coating and ink formulations to provide slip, mar resistance and anti-blocking properties. It is suitable for all kinds of paints and also clear c...view more HYDROPALAT® SL 3682 is a highly effective slip and anti-blocking additive. It is suitable for aqueous paint, coating and ink formulations to provide slip, mar resistance and anti-blocking properties. It is suitable for all kinds of paints and also clear coating formulations (e.g. wood coatings). view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3102 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3102 is a liquid, low-foaming wetting agent suitable for a wide use of applications, including aqueous coatings, inks, and cements. It is a highly dynamic, non-ionic surfactant that provides excellent substrate wetting characteristics in it...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3102 is a liquid, low-foaming wetting agent suitable for a wide use of applications, including aqueous coatings, inks, and cements. It is a highly dynamic, non-ionic surfactant that provides excellent substrate wetting characteristics in its applications. HYDROPALAT® WE 3102 can also be used as a pigment grinding additive, further demonstrating its wide applicability and versatility. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3103 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3103 is a liquid, low-foaming wetting agent suitable for a wide use of applications, including aqueous coatings, inks, and cements. It is a highly dynamic, non-ionic surfactant that provides excellent substrate wetting characteristics in it...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3103 is a liquid, low-foaming wetting agent suitable for a wide use of applications, including aqueous coatings, inks, and cements. It is a highly dynamic, non-ionic surfactant that provides excellent substrate wetting characteristics in its applications. HYDROPALAT® WE 3103 can also be used as a pigment grinding additive, further demonstrating its wide applicability and versatility. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3104 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3104 is a solid, low-foaming wetting agent suitable for a wide use of applications, including aqueous coatings, inks, and cements. It is a highly dynamic, non-ionic surfactant that provides excellent substrate wetting characteristics in its...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3104 is a solid, low-foaming wetting agent suitable for a wide use of applications, including aqueous coatings, inks, and cements. It is a highly dynamic, non-ionic surfactant that provides excellent substrate wetting characteristics in its applications. HYDROPALAT® WE 3104 can also be used as a pigment grinding additive, further demonstrating its wide applicability and versatility. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3111 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3111 is an excellent wetting agent that is designed to be used as a color acceptance and dispersing agent in base paints. While it is APEO-free, it still improves tint strength and provides very good performance across multiple paint formul...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3111 is an excellent wetting agent that is designed to be used as a color acceptance and dispersing agent in base paints. While it is APEO-free, it still improves tint strength and provides very good performance across multiple paint formulations. HYDROPALAT® WE 3111 is also a freeze-thaw stable produce that offers freeze-thaw stability in paints. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3120 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3120 is a low-foaming wetting agent for the printing inks and adhesives industry. It can be used in the formulation of low foaming surfactant blends, especially these subjected to foam promoting mechanical energy. HYDROPALAT® WE 3120 can al...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3120 is a low-foaming wetting agent for the printing inks and adhesives industry. It can be used in the formulation of low foaming surfactant blends, especially these subjected to foam promoting mechanical energy. HYDROPALAT® WE 3120 can also act as a good antifoam agent in numerous applications. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3135 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3135 is a liquid, difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. It is nonionic and 100% active with HLB ~19. This block copolymer is based on polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol. | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3136 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3136 is a liquid difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. It is nonionic and 100% actived with HLB ~7. This block copolymer is based on polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol. | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3147 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3147 is an alkyl phenol free, non–ionic surfactant. It stabilizes high inorganic filler content coatings and has an HLB ~18, making it suitable for water-based coatings. | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3155 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3155 is a clear liquid. It is a water-soluble polyalkylene glycol that is 100% active. | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3167 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3167 is a liquid difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. It is nonionic and 100% active with HLB ~16. This product is inhibited with 100 ppm DL-alpha-Tocopherol. | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3220 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3220 is a silicone surfactant to improve substrate wetting in aqueous systems. It shows strong reduction of surface tension in water based systems. Therefore it is highly suitable to improve substrate wetting and to prevent surface defects....view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3220 is a silicone surfactant to improve substrate wetting in aqueous systems. It shows strong reduction of surface tension in water based systems. Therefore it is highly suitable to improve substrate wetting and to prevent surface defects. It is recommended as an anti-crater additive with good recoatability. Furthermore HYDROPALAT® WE 3220 can be used in UV-curable formulations to improve flow and leveling. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3221 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3221 is a silicone surfactant to improve substrate wetting in aqueous systems. It shows strong reduction of surface tension in water based systems. Therefore it is highly suitable to improve substrate wetting and to prevent surface defects....view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3221 is a silicone surfactant to improve substrate wetting in aqueous systems. It shows strong reduction of surface tension in water based systems. Therefore it is highly suitable to improve substrate wetting and to prevent surface defects. It is recommended as an anti-crater additive with good recoatability. Furthermore HYDROPALAT® WE 3221 can be used in UV-curable formulations to improve flow and leveling. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3225 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3225 is a silicone based wetting agent providing state-of-the art substrate wetting and defoaming action for a variety of aqueous coating formulations. It combines excellent compatibility and wetting with added defoaming properties to produ...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3225 is a silicone based wetting agent providing state-of-the art substrate wetting and defoaming action for a variety of aqueous coating formulations. It combines excellent compatibility and wetting with added defoaming properties to produce a coating with excellent flow and leveling and increased gloss. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3317 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3317 is a liquid, difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. It is a nonionic surfactant that is 100% active and relatively nontoxic with HLB ~7-12. This block copolymer based on polyethylene glycol and ...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3317 is a liquid, difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. It is a nonionic surfactant that is 100% active and relatively nontoxic with HLB ~7-12. This block copolymer based on polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3320 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3320 is a clear to hazy liquid, nonvolatile, non-ionic surfactant. It is used in waterborne coatings as a wetting and dispersing agent for enhanced color development/acceptance and improved substrated wetting. This product has excellent pig...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3320 is a clear to hazy liquid, nonvolatile, non-ionic surfactant. It is used in waterborne coatings as a wetting and dispersing agent for enhanced color development/acceptance and improved substrated wetting. This product has excellent pigment dispersing and stabilisation, enhanced color acceptance, and offers gloss improvement. HYDROPALAT® WE 3320 is APEO/HAPS free, has zero VOC, and is a good alternative to APEO. HLB ~14 view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3322 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3322 is a non-ionic, 100% active wetting agent effective in water borne coatings intended for metal, wood and plastic substrates. This new wetting agent is effective in coatings and inks based on a wide variety of emulsions including PUD’s,...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3322 is a non-ionic, 100% active wetting agent effective in water borne coatings intended for metal, wood and plastic substrates. This new wetting agent is effective in coatings and inks based on a wide variety of emulsions including PUD’s, acrylics, and styrenated acrylics. HYDROPALAT® WE 3322 does not stabilize foam and can act as a defoamer in formulations in addition to imparting outstanding wetting properties. When used at the recommended level, HYDROPALAT® WE 3322 should not diminish the corrosion resistance or change the recoat characteristics of the coating. The product is free of silicones, alkyl phenol ethoxylates (APE’s) and solvent. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3323 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3323 is a non-ionic, 100% active wetting agent effective in water borne inks, OPV’s, and coatings intended for plastic, wood, and metal substrates. This wetting agent is effective in a wide variety of emulsion types including acrylics, styr...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3323 is a non-ionic, 100% active wetting agent effective in water borne inks, OPV’s, and coatings intended for plastic, wood, and metal substrates. This wetting agent is effective in a wide variety of emulsion types including acrylics, styrenated acrylics and PUD’s. HYDROPALAT® WE 3323, in addition to its outstanding wetting properties, does not stabilize foam and can act as a defoamer in many coating and graphic art formulations. In addition, increasing levels of HYDROPALAT® WE 3323 wetting agents typically reduces foam content in coatings rather than increases it, as is typical of most competitive wetting agents. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3475 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3475 is a highly efficient wetting agent, di-2-ethylhexyl sulphosuccinate, sodium salt. It is a very good wetting agent with only a medium tendency of foam formation in aqueous solutions or in polymer dispersions. The relatively low critica...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3475 is a highly efficient wetting agent, di-2-ethylhexyl sulphosuccinate, sodium salt. It is a very good wetting agent with only a medium tendency of foam formation in aqueous solutions or in polymer dispersions. The relatively low critical micelle concentration of approximately 1 g active substance/l and the strong reduction in surface tension of aqueous solutions, even when using low concentrations, make HYDROPALAT® WE 3475 an ideal surface active agent. This product is just slightly water-soluble. The water solubility may be increased by the addition of a small amount of a solubilizer allowing solubility of up to 80 % to be achieved. Diluting HYDROPALAT® WE 3475 with water is possible up to a certain extent, but liquid-crystalline gel type phases may occur in the region of approximately 50 % active substance. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3477 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3477 is a highly dynamic wetting agent for aqueous coatings, printing inks, over print varnishes and related systems. Due to its excellent wetting properties it is particularly suitable for difficult-to-wet substrates such as plastics and m...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3477 is a highly dynamic wetting agent for aqueous coatings, printing inks, over print varnishes and related systems. Due to its excellent wetting properties it is particularly suitable for difficult-to-wet substrates such as plastics and metal surfaces, cellulose film, aluminum and plastic foils, silicone treated papers or glass. HYDROPALAT® WE 3477 can be used to optimize the compatibility (color acceptance) of aqueous pigment concentrates in different coatings. It can be incorporated either into the pigment concentrate or directly into the base paint. It can also be used as "post additive". view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3650 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3650 is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid. It is a highly effective wetting agent for water based coating and ink applications. The product shows excellent dynamic surface tension reduction in combination with low foam stabilizat...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3650 is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid. It is a highly effective wetting agent for water based coating and ink applications. The product shows excellent dynamic surface tension reduction in combination with low foam stabilization. HYDROPALAT® WE 3650 can effectively be used in lacquers or inks that show problems regarding substrate wetting or cratering. Due to its wetting properties the product can also have a positive effect on ink transfer and adhesion. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3694 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3694 is a non-ionic wetting agent recommended for aqueous formulations with excellent wetting and emulsification properties. It also has low foaming and low surface tension. | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3966 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3966 is an effective, low-foaming, non-ionic surfactant with block copolymer technology based on polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol. Due to its non-ionic character, it is miscible with anionic, cationic, and other non-ionic surfac...view more HYDROPALAT® WE 3966 is an effective, low-foaming, non-ionic surfactant with block copolymer technology based on polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol. Due to its non-ionic character, it is miscible with anionic, cationic, and other non-ionic surfactants. It is compatible with soluble polyanionic substances such as our DISPEX® types. HYDROPALAT® WE 3966 is supplied in the form of fine beads and is highly suitable for powder type formulations due to its ease of blendability with other powders and its dust-binding feature. It can also be used to solubilize oils and to emulsify monomers. view less | |
| HYDROPALAT® WE 3987 | BASF Formulation Additives | HYDROPALAT® WE 3987 is a solid grade (prill) difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups; Non-ionic surfactant that is 100% active and relatively non toxic. HLB >24. | |
| LOXANOL® CA 5086 | BASF Formulation Additives | LOXANOL® CA 5086 is a clear liquid, nonvolatile, medium molecular weight coalescing solvent and plasticizer. This coalescent is compatible with acrylics, epoxies, alkyds, polyesters, and phenolic resins. Latex caulks incorporated with this product display...view more LOXANOL® CA 5086 is a clear liquid, nonvolatile, medium molecular weight coalescing solvent and plasticizer. This coalescent is compatible with acrylics, epoxies, alkyds, polyesters, and phenolic resins. Latex caulks incorporated with this product display excellent elongation and recovery properties. Most formulations can tolerate various loading levels and still provide flexibility without decreasing the caulks ability to adhere to various substrates. LOXANOL® CA 5086 increases flexibility and toughness, reduces brittleness, minimizes water sensitivity, and improves film formation. view less | |
| LOXANOL® CA 5120 | BASF Formulation Additives | LOXANOL® CA 5120 is a clear to light amber liquid, high performance, low VOC, coalescing agent for waterborne coating applications. It is low HLB, low odor, non-ionic coalescent which is compatible with a variety of resin systems. This product has been sh...view more LOXANOL® CA 5120 is a clear to light amber liquid, high performance, low VOC, coalescing agent for waterborne coating applications. It is low HLB, low odor, non-ionic coalescent which is compatible with a variety of resin systems. This product has been shown to effectively reduce the minimum film formation temperature (MFFT) for coalescence while maintaining and improving the finished film characteristics. Both block resistance and open time performance are maintained, while scrub resistance is improved. LOXANOL® CA 5120 is free of alkylphenol ethoxylates. view less | |
| LOXANOL® CA 5310 | BASF Formulation Additives | LOXANOL® CA 5310 Emission Free Coalescent was developed for coatings formulations with less than 50 g/l VOC. It is produced from renewable raw materials and can replace traditional VOC contributing coalescent. Traditional coalescent vaporize in the air du...view more LOXANOL® CA 5310 Emission Free Coalescent was developed for coatings formulations with less than 50 g/l VOC. It is produced from renewable raw materials and can replace traditional VOC contributing coalescent. Traditional coalescent vaporize in the air during the drying process and contribute towards VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds). However, LOXANOL® CA 5310 remains in the paint film to provide a long lasting coalescing effect and at the same time increasing the total solids content of the system. LOXANOL® CA 5310 is supplied as a 100% active pale yellow liquid. LOXANOL® CA 5310 not only reduces the VOCs of the paint, but also improves key performance properties. view less | |
| LOXANOL® CA 5315 | BASF Formulation Additives | LOXANOL® CA 5315 is a highly efficient, highly compatible coalescing agent. It is designed for interior/exterior paints, elastomeric coatings, textured finishes, wood, and industrial coatings. LOXANOL CA 5315 reduces the required temperature to form a hom...view more LOXANOL® CA 5315 is a highly efficient, highly compatible coalescing agent. It is designed for interior/exterior paints, elastomeric coatings, textured finishes, wood, and industrial coatings. LOXANOL CA 5315 reduces the required temperature to form a homogeneous film for a given latex. It offers additional sustainability benefits as it is low VOC and low in odor. Due to it’s efficiency, low dosing is typically required so it will have less impact on block resistance compared to other low VOC coalescents. Due to its compatibility, it is able to be used across a broad range of latexes. view less | |
| LOXANOL® MI 6627 | BASF Formulation Additives | LOXANOL® MI 6627 is a white powder used as a highly effective corrosion inhibitor in combination with zinc phosphate for waterborne and solvent borne systems. It increases the anti-corrosive effect of pigments which form protective layers in the anodic zo...view more LOXANOL® MI 6627 is a white powder used as a highly effective corrosion inhibitor in combination with zinc phosphate for waterborne and solvent borne systems. It increases the anti-corrosive effect of pigments which form protective layers in the anodic zone. However, due to its extremely low water solubility LOXANOL® MI 6627 also improves the stability of anti-corrosive coatings manufactured with it. Besides its excellent dispersability, it also exhibits an outstanding stability against sedimentation. view less | |
| LOXANOL® MI 6721 | BASF Formulation Additives | PEI based polymer for improving ink and coating adhesion. | |
| LOXANOL® MI 6730 | BASF Formulation Additives | LOXANOL® MI 6730 is an aqueous solution of a cationic polymer based on polyethylene imine. It is a very effective adhesion promoter in multilayer packaging films manufactured by coating, lamination, extrusion coating or co-extrusion. As a primer, it prov...view more LOXANOL® MI 6730 is an aqueous solution of a cationic polymer based on polyethylene imine. It is a very effective adhesion promoter in multilayer packaging films manufactured by coating, lamination, extrusion coating or co-extrusion. As a primer, it provides excellent adhesion; for example, water-based heat-seal lacquers on substrates like aluminum foil and OPP. view less | |
| LOXANOL® MI 6735 | BASF Formulation Additives | PEI based polymer for improving ink and coating adhesion. | |
| LOXANOL® MI 6840 | BASF Formulation Additives | LOXANOL® MI 6840 is a highly concentrated aqueous dispersion of paraffin wax in water. It does increase the hydrophobicity of water based exterior coatings. | |
| LOXANOL® OT 5853 | BASF Formulation Additives | LOXANOL® OT 5853 is an APEO-free additive to prolong the 'open time' and workability of latex-based plasters for exterior insulation and finishing systems (EIFS) with highly active content and improved cold starage stability. LOXANOL® OT 5853 provides app...view more LOXANOL® OT 5853 is an APEO-free additive to prolong the 'open time' and workability of latex-based plasters for exterior insulation and finishing systems (EIFS) with highly active content and improved cold starage stability. LOXANOL® OT 5853 provides apparent elasticity whereby cracks in plasters are avoided to a large extent, and additionally, it helps minimize pores on the surface of the plaster. Its reduced product viscosity also allows for improved handling. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® AS 1125 NA | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® AS 1125 NA is an efficient acrylic thickener (ASE) with pronounced pseudoplastic (low-shear) flow behavior. It is recommended for many aqueous paint and coating systems. It offers performance highlights such as excellent thickening efficiency, in...view more RHEOVIS® AS 1125 NA is an efficient acrylic thickener (ASE) with pronounced pseudoplastic (low-shear) flow behavior. It is recommended for many aqueous paint and coating systems. It offers performance highlights such as excellent thickening efficiency, increased KU-viscosity, prolonged open time, reduced sagging, high yield point, lower water uptake, and excellent viscosity stability after tinting. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® AS 1127 | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® AS 1127 is an efficient acrylic thickener (ASE) with pronounced pseudoplastic (low-shear) flow behavior for many aqueous paint and coating systems. It offers performance highlights such as excellent thickening efficiency, increased KU-viscosity, ...view more RHEOVIS® AS 1127 is an efficient acrylic thickener (ASE) with pronounced pseudoplastic (low-shear) flow behavior for many aqueous paint and coating systems. It offers performance highlights such as excellent thickening efficiency, increased KU-viscosity, prolonged open time, reduced sagging, reduced syneresis during storage, and excellent viscosity stability after tinting. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® AS 1130 | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® AS 1130 is a derivative of a family of highly effective rheology-control thickeners for a wide range of water-based coatings. The polymer provides the rheological control effect through extensive swelling of the high molecular weight polymer in a...view more RHEOVIS® AS 1130 is a derivative of a family of highly effective rheology-control thickeners for a wide range of water-based coatings. The polymer provides the rheological control effect through extensive swelling of the high molecular weight polymer in alkali, in the presence of water. Use of these thickening and rheological control agents allows formulation of coatings with an advantageous thixotropic behavior giving non stringy formulations which are easy to apply over a wide range of speeds and/or processes. Such formulations are ideally suited for airless spray applications for industrial and automotive formulations, and it can also be used in pigment and filler slurries. It offers additional performance highlights such as high shear thinning and anti-sagging and settling. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® AS 1337 | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® AS 1337 is an effective rheological control agent for water-borne systems. It is designed to improve the Newtonian rheological properties over a wide shear rate interval without exhibiting any significant thixotropic effect. Thus, RHEOVIS® AS 133...view more RHEOVIS® AS 1337 is an effective rheological control agent for water-borne systems. It is designed to improve the Newtonian rheological properties over a wide shear rate interval without exhibiting any significant thixotropic effect. Thus, RHEOVIS® AS 1337 allows formulation of high gloss paint systems with optimal flow properties for manual application techniques. This white liquid is a formulation based on an acrylic copolymer. Typical end-use applications include: glossy emulsion paints for household paints and glossy, low duty industrial paints. Since RHEOVIS® AS 1337 is a synthetically derived product it is less susceptible to microbiological attack than derivatives of cellulose. Consequently the paint formulator can substantially reduce the level of biocide leading to a broader area of application. RHEOVIS® AS 1337 is most effective over the pH range 7.5 – 10.5. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® AS 1920 | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® AS 1920 is a highly effective rheological control thickener for systems which are supplied as “dry systems” and require the addition of water for activation prior to their use. Typical application examples are plasters, wall finishes and cement. ...view more RHEOVIS® AS 1920 is a highly effective rheological control thickener for systems which are supplied as “dry systems” and require the addition of water for activation prior to their use. Typical application examples are plasters, wall finishes and cement. The polymer provides the rheology-control effect through extensive swelling of the high-molecular-weight polymer in alkali, in the presence of water. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® HS 1152 | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® HS 1152 is a derivative of a family of highly effective rheological control additives for water-borne coating systems. It is based on acrylic polymer technology with side groups designed to provide an associate thickening mechanism. RHEOVIS® HS 1...view more RHEOVIS® HS 1152 is a derivative of a family of highly effective rheological control additives for water-borne coating systems. It is based on acrylic polymer technology with side groups designed to provide an associate thickening mechanism. RHEOVIS® HS 1152 is the most efficient thickening additive leading to a more pseudoplastic system, for example spray applications. The practical use in conventional coatings might be limited to applications where flow and leveling are less critical. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® HS 1162 | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® HS 1162 is an outstanding extreme low-shear to thixotropic thickener and rheology-control agent for aqueous coatings. | |
| RHEOVIS® HS 1212 | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® HS 1212 provides an improved thickening effect at low shear rates compared with RHEOVIS® HS 1332. It is recommended for use in matt and semi-gloss coatings. It is based on acrylic polymer technology with side groups designed to provide an associa...view more RHEOVIS® HS 1212 provides an improved thickening effect at low shear rates compared with RHEOVIS® HS 1332. It is recommended for use in matt and semi-gloss coatings. It is based on acrylic polymer technology with side groups designed to provide an associate thickening mechanism. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® HS 1332 | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® HS 1332 is a an excellent rheology-control thickener of water based coatings to increase viscosity in the mid- to high-shear range. It is a hydrophobic modified acrylic swellable copolymer emulsion (HASE) in water. The polymer provides the rheolo...view more RHEOVIS® HS 1332 is a an excellent rheology-control thickener of water based coatings to increase viscosity in the mid- to high-shear range. It is a hydrophobic modified acrylic swellable copolymer emulsion (HASE) in water. The polymer provides the rheology-control effect through extensive swelling of the high-molecular-weight polymer in combination with a hydrophobic component in alkali, in the presence of water. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® PE 1320 NC | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® PE 1320 NC is specifically designed to improve high brush drag (ICI viscosity) in modern coatings. It is used either alone or blended with any other RHEOVIS® associative thickener. It offers complete control of the rheological properties of a coa...view more RHEOVIS® PE 1320 NC is specifically designed to improve high brush drag (ICI viscosity) in modern coatings. It is used either alone or blended with any other RHEOVIS® associative thickener. It offers complete control of the rheological properties of a coating with excellent application hiding, flow and leveling properties, resistance properties, roller application, and spatter resistance chemical nature. view less | |
| RHEOVIS® PE 1331 | BASF Formulation Additives | RHEOVIS® PE 1331 is a solvent-free, VOC-Free, low odor associative thickener specifically designed to give a Newtonian rheology profile and excellent balance of performance properties to premium flat, eggshell, semi-gloss and gloss coatings. This product ...view more RHEOVIS® PE 1331 is a solvent-free, VOC-Free, low odor associative thickener specifically designed to give a Newtonian rheology profile and excellent balance of performance properties to premium flat, eggshell, semi-gloss and gloss coatings. This product is excellent for high shear viscosity build for one-coat coverage while enhancing low shear performance for superior sag resistance. RHEOVIS® PE 1331 imparts excellent flow and leveling due it’s comb-polymer structure and belongs to a family of polyether thickeners shown to have excellent exterior durability view less |
