Kowa American Corporation offers a wide variety of products for the coating, ink and Adhesive markets. Our original product line consists of the largest selection of Acrylate, Methacrylate, Acrylamide and specialty monomers available anywhere. We have since branched out to offering a variety of highly specialized products such as acrylic microparticles, Hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) products, micronized barium sulfate and TiO2, and aliphatic anhydrides. We also do custom sourcing or manufacturing for hard to find industrial chemicals.
DURANOL™ T6002 is a polyalkylene carbonate diol. It imparts weather resistance and hydrolysis resistance. This product is recommended for polyurethane resins for artificial leather and polyurethane dispersions.
Glycidyl Methacrylate EPICHLOROHYRIN Free (GMA EPI Free) is a useful monomer containing dual reactive epoxy & methacrylate functionalities. GMA EPI Free contains no Epichlorohydrin which is a chlorinated cyclic ether having an irritating, chloroform-like ...view more
Glycidyl Methacrylate EPICHLOROHYRIN Free (GMA EPI Free) is a useful monomer containing dual reactive epoxy & methacrylate functionalities. GMA EPI Free contains no Epichlorohydrin which is a chlorinated cyclic ether having an irritating, chloroform-like odor which emits fumes of hydrochloric acid and other chlorinated compounds when heated to decomposition. Polymers containing GMA EPI Free exhibit mechanical strength, flexibility, durability, weather & moisture resistance, crosslinking sites, corrosion & abrasion resistance, optical improvement while contributing to low odor, color and volatility. It is useful in the manufacture of paints, varnishes, coatings, adhesives & sealants, fibers, thermoplastics, epoxies and powder coatings. view less
IDH is a white crystal powder, carboxylic acid dihyrazide that contains two active hydrazide groups. This product is used mainly in the powder coatings field for latent curing agent for one component epoxy resin. It also functions as a cross linking agent...view more
IDH is a white crystal powder, carboxylic acid dihyrazide that contains two active hydrazide groups. This product is used mainly in the powder coatings field for latent curing agent for one component epoxy resin. It also functions as a cross linking agent for carbonyl containing emulsion in paint, adhesive, coating field for one liquid water emulsion. It is also a chain extender for Urethane resin and is also used as a reforming agent for synthetic resins and synthetic fibers. view less
Iso-Butyl Acrylate (IBA) is a specialty monomer for the synthesis of specific polymers in the coatings, paint, adhesive and plastic market segments. Polymers containing IBA have improved hardness, chemical resistance, water resistance, hydrophobicity, an...view more
Iso-Butyl Acrylate (IBA) is a specialty monomer for the synthesis of specific polymers in the coatings, paint, adhesive and plastic market segments. Polymers containing IBA have improved hardness, chemical resistance, water resistance, hydrophobicity, and weatherability. view less
LOW ODOR PEMP is a tetra functional polythiol. The reducing properties of its SH-group can be useful as a chain transfer agent, cross-linking agent, epoxy curing agent, & for improved adhesion & flexibility in coatings, adhesives and sealants.
MEDOL-10 has a novel unique structure. It was developed for replacement of THFA, tetrahydrofurfuryl acrylate. MEDOL-10 only has exclamation pictogram on REACH. Its viscosity is low enough for many applications like UV inkjet ink. The high polarity pendant...view more
MEDOL-10 has a novel unique structure. It was developed for replacement of THFA, tetrahydrofurfuryl acrylate. MEDOL-10 only has exclamation pictogram on REACH. Its viscosity is low enough for many applications like UV inkjet ink. The high polarity pendant group may induce a high curing speed [1]. Dioxolane structure contributes to high solvency similarly to THFA. THF and dioxolane are both good solvents. view less
N-12 is a white crystal powder, carboxylic acid dihyrazide that contains two active hydrazide groups. This product is used mainly in the powder coatings field for latent curing agent for one component epoxy resin. It also functions as a cross linking agen...view more
N-12 is a white crystal powder, carboxylic acid dihyrazide that contains two active hydrazide groups. This product is used mainly in the powder coatings field for latent curing agent for one component epoxy resin. It also functions as a cross linking agent for carbonyl containing emulsion in paint, adhesive, coating field for one liquid water emulsion. It is also a chain extender for Urethane resin and is also used as a reforming agent for synthetic resins and synthetic fibers. view less
NEa-20 is the newest offering low MW liquid functional acrylate polymers. The NEa-20 is a trimethoxysilane functionalized polymer that moisture cures without tin catalysts, with excellent weathering properties, and can be used as a reactive plasticizer i...view more
NEa-20 is the newest offering low MW liquid functional acrylate polymers. The NEa-20 is a trimethoxysilane functionalized polymer that moisture cures without tin catalysts, with excellent weathering properties, and can be used as a reactive plasticizer in sealant and coatings or the main resin component. view less
N,N-Dimethylacrylamide (DMAA) offers glass and polycarbonate adhesion, increased hydrolytic stability, excellent optical properties, improved hydrolytic resistance in water soluble polymers and is a good viscosity modifier for hydrophilic formulations. DM...view more
N,N-Dimethylacrylamide (DMAA) offers glass and polycarbonate adhesion, increased hydrolytic stability, excellent optical properties, improved hydrolytic resistance in water soluble polymers and is a good viscosity modifier for hydrophilic formulations. DMAA in oligomers improves adhesion, UV and impact resistance. Applications are adhesives, UV coatings, Inks, Optical Products and similar applications. view less
N-Octadecyl Vinyl Ether (ODVE) is a suitable monomer for high performance polymers, cross-linkers in specialty polymer synthesis, reactive diluents for epoxy silanes, silicon acrylate based release coatings, UV curable coatings, inks as well as other simi...view more
N-Octadecyl Vinyl Ether (ODVE) is a suitable monomer for high performance polymers, cross-linkers in specialty polymer synthesis, reactive diluents for epoxy silanes, silicon acrylate based release coatings, UV curable coatings, inks as well as other similar applications. ODVE improves hydrophobicity & surface active behavior of polymers. view less
PEMP is a polythiols in coating form for use in epoxy curing agents. Polythiols, when added in a curing agent, will contribute well to its adhesiveness.
PTMG (Poly(tetramethylene ether)glycol / PTMG) is a linear polyether glycol with hydroxyl groups on both ends. As a polyol, it reacts readily with isocyanates (i.e., MDI, TDI, etc.) to produce resins with excellent properties such as impact resistance, hy...view more
PTMG (Poly(tetramethylene ether)glycol / PTMG) is a linear polyether glycol with hydroxyl groups on both ends. As a polyol, it reacts readily with isocyanates (i.e., MDI, TDI, etc.) to produce resins with excellent properties such as impact resistance, hydrolysis resistance, wear resistance, tear resistance, fungus resistance and low temperature flexibility. The Polyurethane applications are Polyurethane Elastomers, Thermoset Elastomers (TSU), Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPU), Paints and Coatings, Adhesives and Sealants, and Artificial Suede and Synthetic Leather. The Polyester Applications are Polyester Elastomers (TPEE), Polyamide Applications and Polyether Amide Elastomers. view less
RENEWABLE ORIGIN PPS-10100 is a sebacic acid polyester polyol primarily used in polyurethanes for stability, heat, solvent & chemical resistance, low temp characteristics and application color stability in coatings, adhesives & sealants, & inks.
Rikacid™ 1,4 - CHDA is a cycloaliphatic diacid that provides improved hardness, flexibility, gloss retention, hydrolytic stability, corrosion, stain and chemical resistance to polyester resins. It can be used for a variety of coatings and other applicatio...view more
Rikacid™ 1,4 - CHDA is a cycloaliphatic diacid that provides improved hardness, flexibility, gloss retention, hydrolytic stability, corrosion, stain and chemical resistance to polyester resins. It can be used for a variety of coatings and other applications. view less
RUVA-93 copolymerizes efficiently with a variety of monomers, such as methacrylic, styrenic, and acrylonitrile monomers, thus providing permanent placement of the benzotrizole in the polymer. The advantages associated with a UV stabilizer bonded to a poly...view more
RUVA-93 copolymerizes efficiently with a variety of monomers, such as methacrylic, styrenic, and acrylonitrile monomers, thus providing permanent placement of the benzotrizole in the polymer. The advantages associated with a UV stabilizer bonded to a polymer backbone over the typical "additive" stabilizers include the permanence of the stabilizer in the resin, improved compatibility even in the very high loadings, excellent environmental acceptability, expanded technology options and ability to design new UV polymer screens with unique properties. Advantages are: does not transpire even during high heat conditions, no migration from resin surface, superior chemical and environmental resistance, and maintains long-term weather resistance even in thin films and fiber. view less
SB-10 Aluminum paste is a metallic design grade featuring similar properties to VMP (Vacuum Metalized Aluminum Pigment). The highly reflective effects occur as a result of the exceptionally smooth, flat, mirror-like non-leafing aluminum flakes dispersed i...view more
SB-10 Aluminum paste is a metallic design grade featuring similar properties to VMP (Vacuum Metalized Aluminum Pigment). The highly reflective effects occur as a result of the exceptionally smooth, flat, mirror-like non-leafing aluminum flakes dispersed in solvent and having excellent hiding power. Applications include automotive coatings such as wheel covers and interior plastic parts, industrial coatings such as mobile phones and graphic arts such as packaging labels. view less
SDH is a white crystal powder, carboxylic acid dihyrazide that contains two active hydrazide groups. This product is used mainly in the powder coatings field for latent curing agent for one component epoxy resin. It also functions as a cross linking agent...view more
SDH is a white crystal powder, carboxylic acid dihyrazide that contains two active hydrazide groups. This product is used mainly in the powder coatings field for latent curing agent for one component epoxy resin. It also functions as a cross linking agent for carbonyl containing emulsion in paint, adhesive, coating field for one liquid water emulsion. It is also a chain extender for Urethane resin and is also used as a reforming agent for synthetic resins and synthetic fibers. view less
NK Ester S1800A is a long branched alkyl chain acrylate monomer useful as a co-monomer in coating and adhesive applications providing high hydrophobicity, low surface tension & anti-slippage. NK Ester A1800A is a liquid due to its branched structure.
Stearyl Acrylate (STA) is a clear liquid above 30°C and a white waxy solid below 28°C. When shipped, it is packed in 153Kg (337lb) net wt. steel drums.
SUDH is a white crystal powder, carboxylic acid dihyrazide that contains two active hydrazide groups. This product is used mainly in the powder coatings field for latent curing agent for one component epoxy resin. It also functions as a cross linking agen...view more
SUDH is a white crystal powder, carboxylic acid dihyrazide that contains two active hydrazide groups. This product is used mainly in the powder coatings field for latent curing agent for one component epoxy resin. It also functions as a cross linking agent for carbonyl containing emulsion in paint, adhesive, coating field for one liquid water emulsion. It is also a chain extender for Urethane resin and is also used as a reforming agent for synthetic resins and synthetic fibers. view less
tert-Butyl Acrylamide (tBAA) is a white crystal powder that gives hydrophobicity to the polymer which was provided by co-polymerization with other monomers because there is this tert-butyl group. The hydrophobic effect by tert-butyl group in the molecules...view more
tert-Butyl Acrylamide (tBAA) is a white crystal powder that gives hydrophobicity to the polymer which was provided by co-polymerization with other monomers because there is this tert-butyl group. The hydrophobic effect by tert-butyl group in the molecules can keep the prevention of deterioration such as swelling of a polymer by influence of the humidity. It is able to improve in coherency of a polymer and can regulate balance of hydrophobicity and hydrofilicity. It is able to constitute the water-soluble polymer which had moderate hydrophobicity view less
tert-Butyl Methacrylate (TBMA) is a mono-functional monomer with a characteristic high reactivity of methacrylates and a bulky hydrophobic moiety. TBMA is used to impart chemical, scratch & heat resistance, hydrophobicity, hardness, adhesion, high solids,...view more
tert-Butyl Methacrylate (TBMA) is a mono-functional monomer with a characteristic high reactivity of methacrylates and a bulky hydrophobic moiety. TBMA is used to impart chemical, scratch & heat resistance, hydrophobicity, hardness, adhesion, high solids, and weatherability in a variety of industrial applications. view less
Thiodipropionic Acid (TDPA) is a high purity, free flowing white powder without caking tendency. The water solution of the product is colorless and the transparency is very high. This product is used as it is, after neutralization to make alkaline metal s...view more
Thiodipropionic Acid (TDPA) is a high purity, free flowing white powder without caking tendency. The water solution of the product is colorless and the transparency is very high. This product is used as it is, after neutralization to make alkaline metal salt and after esterfication to make esters. view less
TMMP is a polythiols in coating form for use in epoxy curing agents. Polythiols, when added in a curing agent, will contribute well to its adhesiveness.
Trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA) T003 is a trifunctional acrylate ester monomer useful for its low volatility and fast cure response. It provides good hardness, heat and chemical resistance, high cross-linking density and abrasion resistance. It i...view more
Trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA) T003 is a trifunctional acrylate ester monomer useful for its low volatility and fast cure response. It provides good hardness, heat and chemical resistance, high cross-linking density and abrasion resistance. It is useful in the manufacture of plastics, adhesives, acrylic glues, anaerobic sealants, and inks. view less
TTA-BBDVE (1,4 Butanediol divinyl ether) is a vinyl compound. TTA-BBDVE demonstrates high reactivity with superior quality and consistency. TTA-BBDVE is a good choice in a wide variety of syntheses which include polymerizations, addition reactions as well...view more
TTA-BBDVE (1,4 Butanediol divinyl ether) is a vinyl compound. TTA-BBDVE demonstrates high reactivity with superior quality and consistency. TTA-BBDVE is a good choice in a wide variety of syntheses which include polymerizations, addition reactions as well as electro cyclic reactions. Additionally, it is useful as a monomer for polymerization, cross-linking monomers and reactive diluents for UV curing. view less
Verazol™ WED-S is a dark blue liquid, water dispersion. It has high electronic conductivity and obtains antistatic effect by the addition of a small amount. This nano-particle emulsion type is environmentally friendly and is very transparent in thinned la...view more
Verazol™ WED-S is a dark blue liquid, water dispersion. It has high electronic conductivity and obtains antistatic effect by the addition of a small amount. This nano-particle emulsion type is environmentally friendly and is very transparent in thinned layer. view less
Viscoat #200 (cyclic trimethylopropane formal acrylate or CTFA) is a non-yellowing monofunctional reactive thinner that provides high toughness, adhesion, low shrinkage, weatherability, chemical resistance and flexibility. It is useful in flexible UV and ...view more
Viscoat #200 (cyclic trimethylopropane formal acrylate or CTFA) is a non-yellowing monofunctional reactive thinner that provides high toughness, adhesion, low shrinkage, weatherability, chemical resistance and flexibility. It is useful in flexible UV and EB Cure Coatings, which are applied to flexible substrates and the electronics industry (photopolymers and stereolithography). view less
Viscoat #216 our High purity (98% ) Urethane acrylate for high adhesion and SLA applications with Low viscosity (26 mPa*s). Low odor & Colorless liquid with minimal difunctional impurities to prevent premature gellation.
Viscopearl AH-2050L is a spherical cellulose bead derived from wood pulp expected as alternatives to micro plastics. Stable to heat and chemicals, and applicable to wide range of purposes.
Viscopearl AH-4050L is a spherical cellulose bead derived from wood pulp expected as alternatives to micro plastics. Stable to heat and chemicals, and applicable to wide range of purposes.
Viscopearl D-10 is a spherical cellulose bead derived from wood pulp expected as alternatives to micro plastics. Stable to heat and chemicals, and applicable to wide range of purposes.
Viscopearl D-3 is a spherical cellulose bead derived from wood pulp expected as alternatives to micro plastics. Stable to heat and chemicals, and applicable to wide range of purposes.
Viscopearl D-5 are spherical smooth cellulose beads derived from wood sources, that are both sustainable and biodegradable alternatives to micro-plastics. Stable to heat (>250 °C) and chemicals, shows high moisture and oil absorbance. Similar haze level t...view more
Viscopearl D-5 are spherical smooth cellulose beads derived from wood sources, that are both sustainable and biodegradable alternatives to micro-plastics. Stable to heat (>250 °C) and chemicals, shows high moisture and oil absorbance. Similar haze level to silica beads for matting purposes. Light weight and durable for a wide range of micro-plastic alternative applications. view less
Viscopearl ND-2010 is a spherical cellulose bead derived from wood pulp expected as alternatives to micro plastics. Stable to heat and chemicals, and applicable to wide range of purposes.
Viscopearl PD-3002 is a spherical cellulose bead derived from wood pulp expected as alternatives to micro plastics. Stable to heat and chemicals, and applicable to wide range of purposes.
Viscopearl PD-7002 is a spherical cellulose bead derived from wood pulp expected as alternatives to micro plastics. Stable to heat and chemicals, and applicable to wide range of purposes.
Zinc Diacrylate-100 (ZDA-100) is a monomeric metallic salt useful as a co-agent or co-monomer in a variety of rubber, caulk and sealant applications. ZDA-100 provides such improvements as oil resistance, heat resistance, weatherability and adhesion.
Zeomic is a silver antimicrobial additive. For maximum effectiveness, it is important for Zeomic to be exposed over the surface of finished products. Therefore, better dispersion of Zeomic in materials provides better efficacy against bacteria. This produ...view more
Zeomic is a silver antimicrobial additive. For maximum effectiveness, it is important for Zeomic to be exposed over the surface of finished products. Therefore, better dispersion of Zeomic in materials provides better efficacy against bacteria. This product is recommended for paints and super absorbant polymers. view less
ZEOMIC DASHLITE 9S is an advanced deodorant material based on various zeolites loaded with different active metal ions. Odor-causing substances are absorbed into the zeolite pore structure where they are trapped and not released.
ZEOMIC DASHLITE S is an advanced deodorant material based on various zeolites loaded with different active metal ions. Odor-causing substances are absorbed into the zeolite pore structure where they are trapped and not released.
Zeomic HJ10N is a silver antimicrobial additive. For maximum effectiveness, it is important for Zeomic to be exposed over the surface of finished products. Therefore, better dispersion of Zeomic in materials provides better efficacy against bacteria. This...view more
Zeomic HJ10N is a silver antimicrobial additive. For maximum effectiveness, it is important for Zeomic to be exposed over the surface of finished products. Therefore, better dispersion of Zeomic in materials provides better efficacy against bacteria. This product is recommended for paints and super absorbant polymers. view less
Zeomic HW10N is a silver antimicrobial additive. For maximum effectiveness, it is important for Zeomic to be exposed over the surface of finished products. Therefore, better dispersion of Zeomic in materials provides better efficacy against bacteria. This...view more
Zeomic HW10N is a silver antimicrobial additive. For maximum effectiveness, it is important for Zeomic to be exposed over the surface of finished products. Therefore, better dispersion of Zeomic in materials provides better efficacy against bacteria. This product is recommended for paints and super absorbant polymers. view less
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