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BYK has an established history of innovation such as being the first additive manufacturer to begin using Controlled Polymerization Technology (CPT), launching the first rheology-modified wax emulsion, and being one of the first companies to use nanotechnology for improving Coatings properties. BYK invests approximately 7.5% of its earnings in R&D—three times more than the industry average.
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DISPERBYK-166 BYK DISPERBYK-166 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for organic pigments in solvent-borne systems. Request Sample
DISPERBYK-166 TF BYK DISPERBYK-166 TF is a tin-free high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for organic pigments in solvent-borne coatings. Request Sample
RHEOBYK-7502 BYK RHEOBYK-7502 is an organic rheology additive in powder form for increasing the stability of single component, silane-modified prepolymer systems, epoxy systems, and alkyd-based coating systems. Request Sample
RHEOBYK-7503 BYK RHEOBYK-7503 is an organic rheology additive in powder form for increasing the stability of single component, silane-modified prepolymer systems, epoxy systems, and alkyd-based coating systems. Request Sample
CERAFLOUR® 999 BYK CERAFLOUR® 999 is an extra-fine, micronized PTFE-modified polyethylene wax for organic cosolvent-containing aqueous, solvent-borne, solvent-free, and UV coating systems, powder coatings, and printing inks to improve surface properties such as scratch and ...view more CERAFLOUR® 999 is an extra-fine, micronized PTFE-modified polyethylene wax for organic cosolvent-containing aqueous, solvent-borne, solvent-free, and UV coating systems, powder coatings, and printing inks to improve surface properties such as scratch and abrasion resistance. view less Request Sample
CERAFLOUR® 920 BYK CERAFLOUR® 920 is a micronized organic polymer for matting water-borne and solvent-borne paint systems. This product can be used in most paint formulations. The additive improves the following surface properties: scratch resistance, sandability, metal mar...view more CERAFLOUR® 920 is a micronized organic polymer for matting water-borne and solvent-borne paint systems. This product can be used in most paint formulations. The additive improves the following surface properties: scratch resistance, sandability, metal marking resistance and gloss reduction. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-2026 BYK DISPERBYK®-2026 is a wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne coil coatings, wood and industrial coatings and pigment concentrates, for stabilizing a multitude of organic and inorganic pigments and matting agents. It is particularly suitable for ...view more DISPERBYK®-2026 is a wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne coil coatings, wood and industrial coatings and pigment concentrates, for stabilizing a multitude of organic and inorganic pigments and matting agents. It is particularly suitable for acid-catalyzed polyester/melamine systems and high baking temperatures. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK-162 TF BYK DISPERBYK-162 TF is a wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne coatings and pigment concentrates. Particularly suitable for the stabilization of carbon blacks and organic pigments, especially in 2K-PU wood and furniture coatings. DISPERBYK-162 TF...view more DISPERBYK-162 TF is a wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne coatings and pigment concentrates. Particularly suitable for the stabilization of carbon blacks and organic pigments, especially in 2K-PU wood and furniture coatings. DISPERBYK-162 TF is the aromatic- and tin-free version of DISPERBYK-162. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK-161 TF BYK DISPERBYK-161 TF is a tin-free wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne automotive and industrial coatings and pigment concentrates. Particularly suitable for the stabilization of fine-particle carbon blacks and organic pigments, especially in 2-...view more DISPERBYK-161 TF is a tin-free wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne automotive and industrial coatings and pigment concentrates. Particularly suitable for the stabilization of fine-particle carbon blacks and organic pigments, especially in 2-pack PU and baking systems. Excellent reduction of mill base viscosity. view less Request Sample
LAPONITE® EP BYK LAPONITE® EP is a layered silicate manufactured from naturally occurring mineral sources with a proprietary organic modification. LAPONITE® EP is designed to give Extra Performance and enhanced rheology control under “harsh conditions”. This product is u...view more LAPONITE® EP is a layered silicate manufactured from naturally occurring mineral sources with a proprietary organic modification. LAPONITE® EP is designed to give Extra Performance and enhanced rheology control under “harsh conditions”. This product is used to improve the performance and stability of a wide range of water based formulated products. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-184 BYK DISPERBYK®-184 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne and water-borne systems. It is composed of solutions of high molecular weight block copolymers with pigment affinic groups. This product is primarily for aqueous systems. It is preferably used to stabilize organic pigments. For inorganic...view more DISPERBYK®-184 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne and water-borne systems. It is composed of solutions of high molecular weight block copolymers with pigment affinic groups. This product is primarily for aqueous systems. It is preferably used to stabilize organic pigments. For inorganic pigments, DISPERBYK®-180 should be used. view less Request Sample
CERAFLOUR® 920 For Powder BYK CERAFLOUR® 920 For Powder is an additive to improve surface hardness of UV powder coatings. It is composed of a micronized organic polymer. This product is effective in powder coatings based on epoxy, polyester/epoxy, polyester, polyurethane and acrylics....view more CERAFLOUR® 920 For Powder is an additive to improve surface hardness of UV powder coatings. It is composed of a micronized organic polymer. This product is effective in powder coatings based on epoxy, polyester/epoxy, polyester, polyurethane and acrylics. The additive yields excellent surface protection and matting. In combination with CERAFLOUR® 950 (see data sheet H31) it is recommended for UV powder coatings. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-170 BYK DISPERBYK®-170 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne systems and pigment concentrates. It is composed of solutions of high molecular weight block copolymers with pigment affinic groups. This product has an extremely high molecular weight. Accordingly, it imparts excellent stabilization of inorganic and organic...view more DISPERBYK®-170 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne systems and pigment concentrates. It is composed of solutions of high molecular weight block copolymers with pigment affinic groups. This product has an extremely high molecular weight. Accordingly, it imparts excellent stabilization of inorganic and organic pigments. DISPERBYK® 170 is used primarily in acid-catalyzed polyester/melamine topcoats and PVdF systems. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-192 BYK DISPERBYK®-192 is a wetting and dispersing additive for aqueous systems and pigment concentrates. It is composed of copolymers with pigment affinic groups. This product is especially designed for the production of aqueous, stable effect pigment gels. These as well can be produced with or without resin. DISPERBYK-192 can be used for treatment of inorganic and organic...view more DISPERBYK®-192 is a wetting and dispersing additive for aqueous systems and pigment concentrates. It is composed of copolymers with pigment affinic groups. This product is especially designed for the production of aqueous, stable effect pigment gels. These as well can be produced with or without resin. DISPERBYK-192 can be used for treatment of inorganic and organic pigments. This leads to an easier and more stable incorporation of these pigments into aqueous paint systems. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-2117 BYK DISPERBYK®-2117 is a solvent-free wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne printing inks and pigment concentrates. It is a block copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product was developed for use in solvent-borne printing inks and pigment concentrates. It is mainly used in the dispersion of carbon blacks and organic...view more DISPERBYK®-2117 is a solvent-free wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne printing inks and pigment concentrates. It is a block copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product was developed for use in solvent-borne printing inks and pigment concentrates. It is mainly used in the dispersion of carbon blacks and organic phthalo pigments (blue and green). BYK-SYNERGIST® 2102 supports the effect of DISPERBYK®-2117 in terms of color strength and rheology view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-2118 BYK DISPERBYK®-2118 is a solvent-free wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne printing inks and pigment concentrates. It is a block copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product was developed for use in solvent-borne printing inks and pigment concentrates. It is mainly used in the dispersion of carbon blacks and organic...view more DISPERBYK®-2118 is a solvent-free wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne printing inks and pigment concentrates. It is a block copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product was developed for use in solvent-borne printing inks and pigment concentrates. It is mainly used in the dispersion of carbon blacks and organic phthalo pigments (blue and green). BYK-SYNERGIST® 2102 supports the effect of DISPERBYK®-2118 in terms of color strength and rheology. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-2013 BYK DISPERBYK®-2013 is a solvent-free wetting and dispersing additive for 100% UV systems and solvent-borne and water-borne UV systems for printing inks and coatings. Based on its balanced product polarity and 100% delivery form, DISPERBYK-2013 achieves excellent stabilization, in particular in 100% UV systems and particularly of organic...view more DISPERBYK®-2013 is a solvent-free wetting and dispersing additive for 100% UV systems and solvent-borne and water-borne UV systems for printing inks and coatings. Based on its balanced product polarity and 100% delivery form, DISPERBYK-2013 achieves excellent stabilization, in particular in 100% UV systems and particularly of organic pigments and carbon black pigments. In so doing, this product has an impressive, effective viscosity-reducing effect, simultaneously reducing thixotropic flow behavior. view less Request Sample
BYK®-081 BYK BYK®-081 is a fluorine-free defoamer for solvent-borne and amine-neutralized systems. It is a highly effective and spontaneous defoamer. It can be used in amine-neutralized, water reducible coating systems and in solvent-borne coatings. It is particularly suitable for high solid alkyd systems in the architectural coatings sector. The additive shows good compatibility with clear coatings. BYK®-081 is not suitable for aqueous systems that contain little or no organic...view more BYK®-081 is a fluorine-free defoamer for solvent-borne and amine-neutralized systems. It is a highly effective and spontaneous defoamer. It can be used in amine-neutralized, water reducible coating systems and in solvent-borne coatings. It is particularly suitable for high solid alkyd systems in the architectural coatings sector. The additive shows good compatibility with clear coatings. BYK®-081 is not suitable for aqueous systems that contain little or no organic solvent as co-solvent. view less Request Sample
CLAYTONE® 40 BYK CLAYTONE® 40 is an organophilic bentonite derivative which is used as thixotropic thickener and anti-settling agent in solvent based coating systems of low to medium polarity. It is a traditional organoclay requiring the addition of an activator to achieve full efficiency. As organophilic smectite product, it can swell in organic...view more CLAYTONE® 40 is an organophilic bentonite derivative which is used as thixotropic thickener and anti-settling agent in solvent based coating systems of low to medium polarity. It is a traditional organoclay requiring the addition of an activator to achieve full efficiency. As organophilic smectite product, it can swell in organic media and build a gel structure (card-house structure). Weak hydrogen bonding between the single smectite platelets is the reason for this thixotropic gel structure. For optimum efficiency the complete separation of the platelets (complete dispersion of agglomerates into primary particles) is necessary. view less Request Sample
CLAYTONE-40 BYK CLAYTONE-40 is a rheology additive in powder form based on an organophilic phyllosilicate for non-polar to medium-polar systems to create a thixotropic flow behavior. Due to its special organic modification, CLAYTONE-40 is ideally suited to influencing th...view more CLAYTONE-40 is a rheology additive in powder form based on an organophilic phyllosilicate for non-polar to medium-polar systems to create a thixotropic flow behavior. Due to its special organic modification, CLAYTONE-40 is ideally suited to influencing the flow behavior of non- polar to medium-polar coating systems. Using the additive creates thixotropic flow behavior, and therefore results in a significant improvement of the anti-sagging properties while at the same time maintaining good leveling. The storage stability is also improved, and the settling of pigments and fillers is prevented. view less Request Sample
ANTI-TERRA®-U 100 BYK ANTI-TERRA-U 100 is the solvent-free version of ANTI-TERRA U , the standard wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne industrial and architectural coatings. It can also be used to provide excellent gelation of organophilic bentonites. ANTI-TERRA-U 100 is effective for wetting and dispersing colored pigments, both organic and inorganic...view more ANTI-TERRA-U 100 is the solvent-free version of ANTI-TERRA U , the standard wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne industrial and architectural coatings. It can also be used to provide excellent gelation of organophilic bentonites. ANTI-TERRA-U 100 is effective for wetting and dispersing colored pigments, both organic and inorganic. No adverse effect has been observed on the pot-life of two-component systems or on the dry time of oxidative cure binders. ANTI-TERRA-U 100 can also be used as a wetting and suspending additive in water soluble coatings. view less Request Sample
CLAYTONE®-VZ BYK CLAYTONE®-VZ is a rheology additive in powder form based on an organophilic phyllosilicate especially for polar as well as for medium-polarity systems to generate thixotropic flow behavior. Due to its special organic modification, CLAYTONE®-VZ is ideally ...view more CLAYTONE®-VZ is a rheology additive in powder form based on an organophilic phyllosilicate especially for polar as well as for medium-polarity systems to generate thixotropic flow behavior. Due to its special organic modification, CLAYTONE®-VZ is ideally suited to influencing the flow behavior of polar to medium-polarity coating systems. Using the additive produces thixotropic flow behavior, and therefore results in significant improvement to the anti-sagging properties while at the same time maintaining good leveling. This also optimizes storage stability, and prevents pigments and fillers from settling. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-190 BYK DISPERBYK®-190 is a wetting and dispersing additive for aqueous systems and pigment concentrates. It is a solution of a high molecular weight block copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product is especially designed for the production of resin-free, stable pigment concentrates for flood/float-free general industrial aqueous coating systems. For optimum performance, it is recommended that only pigment, DISPERBYK®-190 and water be used for pigment grinds (resin-, amine- and co-solvent-free). DISPERBYK®-190 does not contain organic...view more DISPERBYK®-190 is a wetting and dispersing additive for aqueous systems and pigment concentrates. It is a solution of a high molecular weight block copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product is especially designed for the production of resin-free, stable pigment concentrates for flood/float-free general industrial aqueous coating systems. For optimum performance, it is recommended that only pigment, DISPERBYK®-190 and water be used for pigment grinds (resin-, amine- and co-solvent-free). DISPERBYK®-190 does not contain organic solvents and therefore is only suitable for aqueous systems. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-2025 BYK DISPERBYK®-2025 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne systems. It is composed of a structured acrylate copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product is primarily used in industrial, wood and coil coatings. It is recommended for organic and inorganic...view more DISPERBYK®-2025 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne systems. It is composed of a structured acrylate copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product is primarily used in industrial, wood and coil coatings. It is recommended for organic and inorganic pigments. Due to its narrow molecular weight distribution the additive shows an extremely good compatibility with different resin systems. Therefore it is suitable for pigment concentrates and co-grinding systems. DISPERBYK®-2025 shows no impact on curing properties in acid catalyzed and acid curing coatings. Furthermore the additive displays no yellowing in baking coatings even at higher temperatures. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-2010 BYK DISPERBYK®-2010 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for aqueous systems based upon CRP technology. It is an acrylate copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product has a relatively hydrophobic backbone to minimize the impact on water resistance of the dried coating film. DISPERBYK®-2010 is especially designed for the production of resin-free, stable pigment concentrates for aqueous coating systems. For optimum performance, the grind should only consist of water, DISPERBYK®-2010 and pigments; the grind should not be comprised of resin, amine, or co-solvents. This product does not contain organic...view more DISPERBYK®-2010 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for aqueous systems based upon CRP technology. It is an acrylate copolymer with pigment affinic groups. This product has a relatively hydrophobic backbone to minimize the impact on water resistance of the dried coating film. DISPERBYK®-2010 is especially designed for the production of resin-free, stable pigment concentrates for aqueous coating systems. For optimum performance, the grind should only consist of water, DISPERBYK®-2010 and pigments; the grind should not be comprised of resin, amine, or co-solvents. This product does not contain organic solvents and is only suitable for aqueous systems. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-107 BYK DISPERBYK®-107 is a wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne and solvent-free systems. It is a solution of a hydroxyfunctional carboxylic acid ester with pigment affinic groups. This product was especially developed for solvent-borne architectural paints to stabilize titanium dioxide, extenders and other inorganic and organic...view more DISPERBYK®-107 is a wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne and solvent-free systems. It is a solution of a hydroxyfunctional carboxylic acid ester with pigment affinic groups. This product was especially developed for solvent-borne architectural paints to stabilize titanium dioxide, extenders and other inorganic and organic pigments. Often the extender content can be increased without losing gloss. Mill-base viscosity is reduced drastically. White base paints stabilized with DISPERBYK®-107 have better color acceptance and do not demonstrate flooding and floating when tinted with universal colorants. DISPERBYK®-107 is suitable for the formulation of pigment concentrates based on long oil alkyds. view less Request Sample
CLAYTONE-MPZ BYK CLAYTONE-MPZ is a highly efficient rheology additive based on an organophilic phyllosilicate especially for medium-polarity to high-polarity systems to generate thixotropic flow behavior. Due to its special organic modification, CLAYTONE-MPZ is ideally su...view more CLAYTONE-MPZ is a highly efficient rheology additive based on an organophilic phyllosilicate especially for medium-polarity to high-polarity systems to generate thixotropic flow behavior. Due to its special organic modification, CLAYTONE-MPZ is ideally suited to influencing the flow behavior of polar to medium-polarity coating systems. CLAYTONE-MPZ performs especially well in systems containing aromatic solvents, alcohols, glycols, ketones and esters. CLAYTONE-MPZ is the best solution particularly in epoxy systems or zinc (shop) primers, where high sag resistance or anti-settling performance is required. In comparison to other clays (e.g. Hectorite-based clays) CLAYTONE-MPZ outperforms these products in performance and ease of dispersion. view less Request Sample
DISPERBYK®-2000 BYK DISPERBYK®-2000 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne systems. It is a modified acrylate blockcopolymer. This product is especially suitable for CAB-containing base-coats and all top-coats. DISPERBYK®-2000 prevents reflocculation of pigments also after addition of CAB after grinding. It reduces mill base viscosity, especially for organic...view more DISPERBYK®-2000 is a high molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-borne systems. It is a modified acrylate blockcopolymer. This product is especially suitable for CAB-containing base-coats and all top-coats. DISPERBYK®-2000 prevents reflocculation of pigments also after addition of CAB after grinding. It reduces mill base viscosity, especially for organic pigments. To achieve the optimum viscosity reduction it is recommended to use polar solvents in the millbase. To achieve best grinding results, it is not necessary to use CAB in the grinding phase. Pigments ground with DISPERBYK®-2000 are unlimited compatible with pigments which were ground with the DISPERBYK®-160-family, DISPERBYK®-180 or DISPERBYK®-110. view less Request Sample
OPTIGEL® WM BYK OPTIGEL® WM is an organically modified bentonite which has been specially developed as a thickening agent for aqueous systems. Due to its high thixotropy, it is particularly suited for improving consistency and stability of emulsion paints. Although the p...view more OPTIGEL® WM is an organically modified bentonite which has been specially developed as a thickening agent for aqueous systems. Due to its high thixotropy, it is particularly suited for improving consistency and stability of emulsion paints. Although the powder is slightly tinted, it is easy to incorporate and has no influence on the colour of the pigments added. view less Request Sample