This document provides an overview of BASF's portfolio of colorants and pigment preparations for architectural coatings. It lists various product lines, including PureOptions® colorants, Aurasperse® colorants, and Xfast® colorants. For each product line, it specifies key product specifications such as primary pigments, filler pigments, water content, density, and whether they have characteristics like being low VOC, APEO free, and formaldehyde free. The document positions BASF as offering a comprehensive portfolio of pigment preparations to create innovative solutions for architectural coatings.
3. Products for
Architectural Coatings
A can of paint opens up endless possibilities for individual expression, creativity, and
change. Architectural coatings give life to both interior and exterior spaces while protecting
the surfaces beneath. These coatings must provide superior performance and quality
to stand the test of time. BASF offers not only a comprehensive portfolio of pigment
preparations, latexes, resins, and additives for the can of paint, but also formulation
expertise customized to create innovative solutions for your architectural coatings.
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6. Product Name
Polymer Type Product Specifications
Product Description
Acrylic
Styrenated
Acrylic
Solids
Content
(%)
pH
Value
Maximum
Viscosity
Particle
Size
(nm)
MFFT
(
˚
C)
APEO
Free
Acronal®
296 D 50
7.5-
8.5
6000-
8500
cps
ca.
100
ca. 20
Acronal®
296 D is a styrene acrylic resin designed to deliver very high
water resistance, pigment-binding capacity, and alkali resistance. It is
ideal for primer sealers, textured coatings, and masonry and industrial
paints. It also delivers excellent exterior mildew resistance in low sheen
and flat paints
Acronal®
4110 50
8.0-
9.0
750
cps
ca.
140
ca. 16
Acronal®
4110 is an all-acrylic resin optimized for 150 g/l VOC. Intended
for semi-gloss paints. Paints made with this product deliver superior block
resistance, excellent wet adhesion, and outstanding cleanability.
Acronal®
4220 50
7.5-
9.5
1800
cps
ca.
110
ca. 14
Acronal®
4220 is a straight acrylic with high durability, excellent wet
adhesion, PVA compatibility, and superior efflorescence resistance.
Acronal®
4410 50
7.5-
8.5
1500
cps
ca.
110
ca. 12
Acronal®
4410 is an all-acrylic resin intended for wood and concrete
primers. It demonstrates excellent exterior tannin stain blocking and alkali/
efflorescence resistance, along with outstanding wet adhesion and good
corrosion resistance.
Acronal®
4510 60
6.0-
7.0
1000
cps
ca.
300
ca. -29
Tg
Acronal®
4510 is a flexible all-acrylic resin developed for high perfor-
mance elastomeric coatings with excellent dirt pick-up resistance. It
delivers excellent flexibility at low temperatures and provides very good
adhesion to masonry. It also displays high water vapor permeability and
low water absorption, which provides excellent long-term performance. It
is freeze/thaw resistant at 50 g/l VOC.
Acronal®
PLUS 4130 50
7.5-
8.5
1000
cps
ca.
130
ca. 3
Acronal®
PLUS 4130 is an all-acrylic resin optimized for very low VOC
interior and exterior paints with high performance and excellent durability.
It delivers excellent block resistance, good low temperature touch-up,
superb wet adhesion and high scrubs, all at very low VOC. It also delivers
improved titanium dioxide efficiency.
Acronal®
PLUS 4230 60 7.5-9
1200
cps
ca.
270
ca. 6
Acronal®
PLUS 4230 is a high solids, all-acrylic resin optimized for high
performance (50 g/l VOC). It is freeze/thaw resistant, and can be formulat-
ed in flat and satin finishes. This product has good slurry compatibility for
interior/exterior application in contractor, premium grade paints. It offers
excellent wet adhesion and chalk adhesion with good early water resis-
tance as well as good scrub resistance. It also delivers improved titanium
dioxide efficiency.
Acronal®
PLUS 4240 54
8.0-
9.0
500
cps
ca.
240
ca. 6
Acronal®
PLUS 4240 is an all-acrylic resin optimized for high performance
(50 g/l VOC). It is freeze/thaw resistant, and can be formulated in flat and
satin finishes. This product has good slurry compatibility for interior/exte-
rior application in contractor, premium grade paints. It offers resistance
to dirt pick-up and surfactant leaching, as well as wet adhesion and chalk
adhesion.
Acronal®
PLUS 4641 50
7.5-
8.5
500
cps
ca.
110
ca. 6
Acronal®
PLUS 4641 is an acrylic resin developed for interior and exterior
stain blocking primers with or without zinc oxide. Acronal®
PLUS 4641 can
be formulated at 100 g/l VOC with freeze/thaw resistance or less than 50
g/l VOC without freeze/thaw resistance. It can be used as a universal stain
blocking primer.
Latex Polymers
6 | Products for Architectural Coatings
7. Interior and Exterior Paints Special Purpose Paints Recommended Application
Flat
Satin
Semi-gloss
High-gloss
General
Use
Primer
Stains
Elastomeric
Textured
Coatings
Clear
Coatings
Interior
Wood
Coatings
Exterior
Wood
Coatings
Anti-corrosive
Primer
DTM
Topcoat
(without
anti-corrosive
pigments)
Metal
Topcoat
(assumes
primer
underneath)
Concrete
Primer
Concrete
Topcoat
Wood
Clear
Coatings
Wood
Pigmented
Gloss
Coatings
Wood
Stains
Wood
Primer
Good Better Best
Latex Polymers | 7
8. Product Name
Polymer Type Product Specifications
Product Description
Acrylic
Styrenated
Acrylic
Solids
Content
(%)
pH
Value
Maximum
Viscosity
Particle
Size
(nm)
MFFT
(
˚
C)
APEO
Free
Acronal®
PLUS 4670 50
7.5-
8.5
100-
800
cps
ca.
130
ca. 10
Acronal®
PLUS 4670 is a very low VOC capable acrylic latex for premium
interior paints. It has outstanding titanium dioxide efficiency, excellent
scrub, block resistance, and adhesion.
Acronal®
EDGE 4750 50
7.5-
8.5
1000
ca.
120
ca. 15
Acronal®
EDGE 4750 is a state-of-the-art acrylic latex for paint-and-
primer-in-one. It has outstanding stain blocking and washability, and high
scrub and block resistance. It also has high titanium dioxide efficiency.
Acronal®
ECO 4830 50
7.5-
8.5
1000
cps
ca.
125
ca. 3
Acronal®
ECO 4830 is a unique low odor all-acrylic resin optimized for
very low VOC interior paints. It delivers excellent block resistance, good
low temperature touch-up, superb wet adhesion and high scrubs. It also
delivers improved titanium dioxide efficiency.
Acronal®
PRO 80 NA 50
7.5-
9.0
50-
350
cps
NA ca. 22
Acronal®
PRO 80 NA is a styrene acrylic latex for direct-to-metal primers.
It demonstrates excellent corrosion resistance, good adhesion, and good
early water resistance.
Acronal®
NS 567 50
8.0-
9.5
3000-
5000
cps
NA
ca. -6
Tg
Acronal®
NS 567 is a styrene acrylic resin designed for excellent water re-
sistance and flexibility for elastomeric coatings. It also offers high pigment
binding capacity and good filler compatibility.
Acronal®
S 760 50 8.5-10
1000
cps
ca.
100
ca. 22
Acronal®
S 760 is a styrene acrylic resin specifically designed for anti-cor-
rosion paints or primers. It delivers flash rust resistance, reactive pigment
compatibility, and excellent long term durability, with superior under-film
corrosion protection.
Joncryl®
537 46 9.0
50-
250
cps
NA ca. 42
Joncryl®
537 is an emulsion with excellent gloss, clarity, adhesion, and
manufacturing ease. It is suitable as a sole vehicle or alkyd modifier for
a variety of general metal, wood, and plastic finishes. It is a modifier for
acrylic and vinyl acrylic architectural paints.
Joncryl®
2981 44 8.8
< 500
cps
NA ca. 45
Joncryl®
2981 is a one-pack, all-acrylic self-crosslinking dispersion that
is non-formaldehyde emitting. It offers excellent clarity, weatherability, and
chemical resistance for wood coatings.
Joncryl®
PRO 1522 45 9
400
cps
NA ca. 26
Joncryl®
PRO 1522 is a styrene acrylic resin that features exterior metal
protection, excellent corrosion resistance, and good weatherability. It is
suitable for thin film coatings and high gloss applications.
Joncryl®
PRO 1524 43 8.3
1000
cps
NA ca. 25
Joncryl®
PRO 1524 is a styrene acrylic resin that demonstrates good
chemical resistance, excellent wet and dry adhesion, outstanding UV
durability, and good corrosion resistance.
Latex Polymers
8 | Products for Architectural Coatings
9. Interior and Exterior Paints Special Purpose Paints Recommended Application
Flat
Satin
Semi-gloss
High-gloss
General
Use
Primer
Stains
Elastomeric
Textured
Coatings
Clear
Coatings
Interior
Wood
Coatings
Exterior
Wood
Coatings
Anti-corrosive
Primer
DTM
Topcoat
(without
anti-corrosive
pigments)
Metal
Topcoat
(assumes
primer
underneath)
Concrete
Primer
Concrete
Topcoat
Wood
Clear
Coatings
Wood
Pigmented
Gloss
Coatings
Wood
Stains
Wood
Primer
Good Better Best
Latex Polymers | 9
10. Product Name
Polymer Type Product Specifications
Product Description
Acrylic
Styrenated
Acrylic
Solids
Content
(%)
pH
Value
Maximum
Viscosity
Particle
Size
(nm)
MFFT
(
˚
C)
APEO
Free
Joncryl®
1532 51 8.0
400
cps
NA ca. 14
Joncryl®
1532 is a versatile emulsion offering excellent adhesion to
a wide variety of substrates including plastics, galvanized steel, and
previously painted or chalked surfaces. It can also be applied under a wide
range of temperature and humidity conditions and is low VOC capable.
Joncryl®
2970 43 8.9
400
cps
NA ca. <5
Joncryl®
2970 is an all-acrylic, self-crosslinking emulsion that provides a
wet look for patio pavers, stamped concrete and natural stone. It resists
whitening even after weeks of continuous water exposure, and it provides
excellent weatherability while being 50-100 g/l VOC capable.
Joncryl®
2980 45 9.0
< 300
cps
NA ca. 18
Joncryl®
2980 is an all-acrylic self-crosslinking emulsion that provides a
wet look appearance for interior and exterior clear and pigmented coatings
at 100 g/l VOC.
Joncryl®
1982 41 8.5
250
cps
NA
ca.
>70
Joncryl®
1982 is a styrene acrylic, self-crosslinking emulsion. Its formula-
tion stability exhibits excellent chemical resistance and film hardness with
lower yellowing. It is ideal for wood and plastic applications.
Joncryl®
1984 41 8.4
< 100
cps
NA
ca.
>70
Joncryl®
1984 is a styrene acrylic, self-crosslinking emulstion with
formulation stability, exhibiting UV resistance and film hardness. It is
recommended for all concrete and wood applications.
Joncryl®
8383 40 8.2 95 cps NA ca. 16
Joncryl®
8383 is a soft, self-crosslinking, styrene acrylic that offers good
clarity and “warmth of wood.” This product has good chemical and block
resistance, and excellent water water resistance and wet adhesion. It is
recommended for concrete and wood applications.
Acronal®
LR 9014 45 8.0
250
cps
NA ca. <3
Acronal®
LR 9014 is an all-acrylic self-crosslinking emulsion that is
easy to formulate, with excellent block resistance and wet adhesion. It is
suitable for exterior, clear or color wood coatings from medium gloss to
high gloss.
Joncryl®
95 30 8.0
100
cps
NA ca. 20
Joncryl®
95 is an ultra-fine particle size, colloidal dispersion for wood pen-
etration and in-can clarity. It demonstrates minimal grain raising, excellent
sandability and sealing characteristics. It can be used in stains, sealers,
wood preservatives and features high Tg/low MFFT balance.
Joncryl®
1921 45 8.8
1,200
cps
NA ca. 12
Joncryl®
1921 is a styrene acrylic emulsion that offers a balance between
block resistance and adhesion properties for hardboard primer coatings.
Joncryl®
1919 47 8.0
1,600
cps
NA ca. 19
Joncryl®
1919 is a cost-effective styrene acrylic emulsion for use in
hardboard primer and cement fiberboard markets. It offers excellent water
resistance, adhesion (specifically to aluminum), and early block resistance.
It can be formulated without added solvents in many applications.
Latex Polymers
10 | Products for Architectural Coatings
11. Interior and Exterior Paints Recommended Application
Flat
Satin
Semi-gloss
High-gloss
General
Use
Primer
Anti-corrosive
Primer
DTM
Topcoat
(without
anti-corrosive
pigments)
Metal
Topcoat
(assumes
primer
underneath)
Concrete
Primer
Concrete
Topcoat
Wood
Clear
Coatings
Wood
Pigmented
Gloss
Coatings
Wood
Stains
Wood
Primer
Good Better Best
Latex Polymers | 11
18. Product Name
Solids
(%)
Incorporation
VOC Content
(%)
Recommended for
Low VOC
Systems*
Water-based
Systems
Solvent-
based
Systems
Solvent-free
Systems
Mineral Oil-based Defoamers
Foamaster®
MO 2107 > 98 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 2
Foamaster®
MO 2111 NC > 91 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 9
Foamaster®
MO 2133 > 98 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 2
Foamaster®
MO 2140 > 98 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 2
Foamaster®
MO 2152 > 97 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 3
Foamaster®
MO 2170 100 at any stage of the production process < 0.1
Foamaster®
MO 2172 > 95 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 5
Foamaster®
MO 2175 > 98 at any stage of the production process 2
Foamaster®
MO 2184 > 88 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 12
Foamaster®
MO 2185 > 94 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 6
Foamaster®
MO 2190 > 93 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 7
Foamaster®
MO 2192 > 96 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down 4
Foamaster®
MO NDW NC > 78 at any stage of the production process 22
Foamaster®
MO NXZ NC > 88 at any stage of the production process 12
White Oil-based Defoamers
Foamaster®
WO 2323 100 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down < 0.1
Emulsion Defoamers
FoamStar®
ED 2522 ~ 20 at any stage of the production process < 0.1
FoamStar®
ED 2523 ~ 27 grinding stage / let-down stage let-down < 0.1
FoamStar®
ED 2526 ~ 80 before or after processing < 1
Defoamers
18 | Products for Architectural Coatings
*
Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content 1%. Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in
the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC. For products with a VOC level above 15% the value is based on calculation according to recipe
19. Features and Benefits
Interior and Exterior Paints Special Purpose Paints
High
PVC
Paints
Matte/Interior
Semi-gloss
Gloss
Wood
Paints
and
Stains
Exterior
and
Elastic
Paints
and
Plasters
Colorants
Low
VOC
Suitable for low surfactant containing systems
Broad-spectrum highly compatible defoamer specifically designed for water-based
paints; excellent efficiency in systems with coarse ingredients
Cost effective with broad spectrum use - effective in low VOC paints
Effective in paints using associative thickeners
High persistency, broad compatibility, effective in low VOC paints
Very effective defoamer for aqueous emulsion-
based paints as well as for monomer stripping
Especially effective in high gloss paints
Good persistency, non-settling, non-separating
Very effective in printing inks and polyvinyl alcohol
High compatibility, potency, and color acceptance: good post add
Excellent for adhesives
More potent version of Foamaster MO 2185, good performance in stains
General purpose, very broad spectrum
General purpose, very broad spectrum, improved dispersability over Foamaster MO
NDW NC
Effective defoamer specifically designed for emulsion paints
High-performance, ultra low VOC silicone emulsion defoamer for premium water-
based paints, clear coats and inks; excellent storage stability; extremely low VOC
content
Ultra low VOC, emulsion defoamer for medium to high PVC architectural coatings
water-based coatings, strong defoamer for both mill base and let-down; shows
good effects in alkyd emulsions
Good Best
Defoamers | 19
20. Product Name
Solids
(%)
Incorporation
VOC Content
(%)
Recommended for
Low VOC
Systems*
Water-based
Systems
Solvent-
based
Systems
Solvent-free
Systems
Powder Defoamers
FoamStar®
PB 2922 100 mixtures in powder form 0.1
FoamStar®
PB 2941 90 mixtures in powder form 10
Modified Polydimethylsiloxane-based Defoamers
FoamStar®
SI 2210 NC 99 at any stage of the production process 1
FoamStar®
SI 2250 99 grinding stage / final production 1
FoamStar®
SI 2280 99 at any stage of the production process 1
FoamStar®
SI 2292 10 at any stage of the production process 90
FoamStar®
ST 2410 98 grinding stage / let-down 2
FoamStar®
ST 2412 98 grinding stage / let-down 2
FoamStar®
ST 2420 99 grinding stage / let-down 0.5
FoamStar®
ST 2434 98 grinding stage / let-down 2
FoamStar®
ST 2436 98 grinding stage / let-down 2
FoamStar®
ST 2438 98 grinding stage / let-down 2
FoamStar®
ST 2439 98 grinding stage / let-down 2
FoamStar®
ST 2445 99 grinding stage / let-down 1
FoamStar®
ST 2446 98 at any stage of the production process 2
Defoamers
20 | Products for Architectural Coatings
21. Features and Benefits
Interior and Exterior Paints Special Purpose Paints
High
PVC
Paints
Matte/Interior
Semi-gloss
Gloss
Wood
Paints
and
Stains
Exterior
and
Elastic
Paints
and
Plasters
Colorants
Low
VOC
Emission-free powder defoamer, good compatibility and high efficiency in gypsum-
based systems; imparts good flow properties
Powder defoamer for mortars, putties, paste fillers, tile adhesives and self-leveling
flooring systems
100% active-content defoamer for non-pigmented and low-pigmented aqueous
coatings, printing inks, adhesives and UV-curable systems; provides a strong
spontaneous defoaming effect; outstanding long-term defoaming persistency
Water-based coatings and pigment concentrates where high-shear processing or
application exists; most effective in the range
Water-based acrylic, low-PVC and baking systems, water-based pigment
concentrates; defoamer with good compatibility and good defoaming
Highly compatible silicone-based defoamer solution for high gloss paints and
varnishes based on acrylics and polyurethane dispersions; minimized risk of
cratering
Low use level, excellent persistence, good choice for PVA
Low use level, excellent persistence, good choice for acrylics
Low use level, excellent persistence, good choice for PVA
Easy incorporation, post addable, semi gloss and gloss coatings
Mainly for post addition, more potent than FoamStar ST 2434
Silicone-based, for high quality paints, excellent persistency and foam knockdown
More potent version of FoamStar ST 2438
Top performance in low/ultra low VOC coatings and tints, good problem solving
defoamer
Top performance in low/ultra low VOC coatings and tints, good problem solving
defoamer, better flow and leveling properties
Good Best
Defoamers | 21
24. Product Name Description Solids (%)
Amine
Number
(mg KOH/g)
Acid Value
(mg KOH/g)
VOC Content
(%)
Recommended for
Low
VOC
Systems*
Water-based
Systems
Solvent-based
Systems
Solvent-free
Systems
Low-molecular-weight Dispersing Agents Mainly Designed for Water-based Systems, Surfactant-like Types
Dispex®
Ultra FA 4404
phosphonic acid
(chelating agent)
50 - - 0.1
Dispex®
Ultra FA 4416
aqueous solution based on:
ethoxylated fatty acids, fatty
alcohol, phosphates
75 - - 2
Dispex®
Ultra FA 4420
fatty acid modified emulsifier
(FAME)
99 35 22 1
Dispex®
Ultra FA 4425
fatty acid modified emulsifier
(FAME)
99 47 46 1
Dispex®
Ultra FA 4431
aliphatic polyether with acidic
groups
100 - 100 0.1
Dispex®
Ultra FA 4480
modified fatty alcohol
ethoxylate
80 - - 0.1
Low-molecular-weight Dispersing Agents Designed for Water- and Solvent-based Systems, Conventional Types
Efka®
FA 4671
alkyl ammonium salt of
carboxylic acid
53 100 90 1
High-molecular-weight Dispersing Agents
Dispex®
Ultra PA 4550
modified polyacrylate polymer
dispersing agent, high
molecular weight
50 27 - 1
Dispex®
Ultra PA 4560
modified polyacrylate polymer
dispersing agent, high
molecular weight
40 25 - 1
Dispex®
Ultra PA 4580
modified polyacrylate polymer
dispersing agent, high
molecular weight
40 19 - 1
Dispex®
Ultra PA 4590
modified polyacrylate polymer
dispersing agent, high
molecular weight
40 40 6 20
Dispex®
Ultra PX 4275 copolymer 37.5 - - 0.5
Dispex®
Ultra PX 4575
acrylic block copolymer made
by controlled free radical
polymerization (CFRP)
40 32 0.1
Dispex®
Ultra PX 4585
acrylic block copolymer made
by controlled free radical
polymerization (CFRP)
50 20 - 0.1
Dispersants
24 | Products for Architectural Coatings
25. Features and Benefits
Applications
High
PVC
Paints
Matte/Interior
Semi-gloss
Gloss
Wood
Paints
and
Stains
Exterior
and
Elastic
Paints
and
Plasters
Colorants
Low
VOC
Anionic dispersing agent; excellent liquefying effect in inorganic pigment slurry
formulations
Wetting and dispersing agent for aqueous formulations; suitable for organic and
inorganic pigments and pigment concentrates
Dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments; also suitable as co-dispersing
agent with high-molecular-weight dispersing agents; will improve compatibility and
color acceptance of universal colorants in base paints
Dispersing agent for universal decorative colorants for tinting systems; makes
colorants with excellent compatibility and stability
Dispersing agent for inorganic pigments and fillers for decorative and industrial
coatings
Universal, non-ionic wetting and dispersing agent; powerful alternative to APEOs;
improves gloss development, color intensity and color acceptance
Water- and solvent-based systems; strong anti-settling effects
Water-based industrial and automotive coatings, pH-independent, broad compatibility;
suitable for making resin-containing and resin-free pigment concentrates
Water-based decorative and industrial coatings, pH-independent; broad compatibility;
suitable for making resin-containing and resin-free pigment concentrates
High-end industrial and automotive coatings; suitable for making resin-free and
resin-containing pigment concentrates
Water-based industrial and decorative coatings where cost-effective performance
is vital; suited for making universal colorants with good compatibility
High-performance wetting and dispersing agent; specifically designed for semi-
gloss and high-gloss paint formulations and pigment concentrates
Ultra low VOC dispersing agent for water-based systems with benchmark
performance in inorganic pigments; excellent overall performance for organic
pigments; broad compatibility towards different resin systems; designed for
colorants but well suited for grinds into primers, gloss and semi gloss-paints
High-end water-based coatings, industrial and automotive; broad compatibility with
different binder systems; pH-independent; suitable for making resin-free pigment
concentrates
Good Best
Dispersants | 25
26. Product Name Description Solids (%)
Amine
Number
(mg KOH/g)
Acid Value
(mg KOH/g)
VOC Content
(%)
Recommended for
Low
VOC
Systems*
Water-based
Systems
Solvent-based
Systems
Solvent-free
Systems
Anionic Dispersing Agents Based on Polyacrylic Acid
Dispex®
AA 4030
ammonium polyacrylate
polymer
30 - - 0.1
Dispex®
AA 4040 NS
ammonium polyacrylate
polymer
43 - - 0.1
Dispex®
AA 4135 NA sodium polyacrylate polymer 35 - - 0.1
Dispex®
AA 4140 NS sodium polyacrylate polymer 45 - - 0.3
Dispex®
AA 4144 sodium polyacrylate polymer 35 - - 0.3
Dispex®
CX 4230
ammonium polyacrylate
copolymer
28 - - 2.5
Dispex®
CX 4240
ammonium polyacrylate
copolymer
40 - - 2.0
Dispex®
CX 4320
sodium salt of carboxylic
acid copolymer
25 - - 0.1
Dispex®
CX 4325 sodium polyacrylate copolymer 40 - - 0.3
Dispex®
CX 4340 sodium polyacrylate copolymer 40 - - 0.3
Dispex®
CX 4910
powdered sodium polyacrylate
copolymer
99 - - 0.1
Anionic Dispersing Agents Based on Polyacrylic Acid
Dispex®
Ultra PA 4501 fatty-acid modified polymer 99 - 41 0.2
Dispex®
Ultra PA 4503 75 - - 1
Dispersants
26 | Products for Architectural Coatings
27. Features and Benefits
Applications
High
PVC
Paints
Matte/Interior
Semi-gloss
Gloss
Wood
Paints
and
Stains
Exterior
and
Elastic
Paints
and
Plasters
Colorants
Low
VOC
Standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments
Standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments; low polydispersity
leading to most efficient dispersing properties and liquefying effect
Standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments
Standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments; low polydispersity
leading to most efficient dispersing properties and liquefying effect
Standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments; low polydispersity
leading to most efficient dispersing properties and liquefying effect
Medium-hydrophobic dispersing agent for interior and exterior architectural
coatings; good liquefying effect
For inorganic pigments and extenders; more hydrophobic than Dispex®
AA 4040
Excellent dispersing performance, improves gloss, improves wet-scrub resistance,
improves blocking resistance, excellent ZnO- compatibility
For inorganic pigments and extenders; improves gloss, reduces haze
For inorganic pigments and extenders; more hydrophobic than Dispex®
AA 4140
Powder product with excellent properties; can be used in dry preparations
Modified polyester for water and solvent based RMPC, liquid resin for low VOC
pigment concentrates
Self-emulsifying polyester for water-based decorative pigment concentrates; also
improves colorant acceptance in solvent- based alkyd systems
Good Best
Dispersants | 27
30. Product Name
Solids
(%)
Viscosity (mPa.s)
VOC Content
(%)
Recommended for
Low VOC
Systems*
Water-based
Systems
Solvent-based
Systems
Solvent-free
Systems
Non-ionic Surfactant
Loxanol®
CA 5086 97 ~ 60 3
Loxanol®
CA 5087 99 ~ 60 1
Loxanol®
CA 5120 98 ~ 80 2
Loxanol®
CA 5130 97 ~ 80 3
Propylene Glycol Monoester of Predominantly C-19 Fatty Acids
Loxanol®
CA 5310 98 ~ 30 2
Coalescents
30 | Products for Architectural Coatings
*
Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content 1%.
Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method
defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC. For products with a
VOC level above 15% the value is based on calculation according to recipe
34. Product Name
Solids
(%)
Viscosity
(mPas)
VOC Content
(%)
Tin Free
Recommended for
Low
VOC
Systems*
Water-based
Systems
Solvent-based
Systems
Solvent-free
Systems
Non-associative Thickener: Anionic Polyacrylate Copolymer (ASE)
Rheovis®
AS 1125 NA 25 ~ 17 0.1
Rheovis®
AS 1130 NS 30 ~ 5 1
Rheovis®
AS 1135 30 ~ 5 1
Rheovis®
AS 1188 60 ~ 1.3 1
Rheovis®
AS 1237 30 ~ 5 1
Rheovis®
AS 1337 30 ~ 40 1
Rheovis®
AS 1420 30 ~ 2200 1
Rheovis®
AS 1920 98 _ 1
Associative Thickener: Anionic Polyacrylate Copolymer, Hydrophobically Modified (HASE)
Rheovis®
HS 1152 40 ~ 5 1
Rheovis®
HS 1162 35 ~5 1
Rheovis®
HS 1212 40 ~ 5 0.5
Rheovis®
HS 1332 40 ~5 1
Rheology Modifiers
34 | Products for Architectural Coatings
35. Features and Benefits
Applications
High
PVC
Paints
Matte/Interior
Semi-gloss
Gloss
Wood
Paints
and
Stains
Exterior
and
Elastic
Paints
and
Plasters
Colorants
Low
VOC
Non-associative pure acrylic thickener; alkali-swellable emulsion (ASE); low-shear
thickener; highly shear thinning; anti-sagging; high yield point; lower water uptake
Non-associative pure acrylic thickener; highly efficient low-shear thickener; high
shear thinning, anti-sagging and anti-settling; used in pigment and filler slurries but
also highly successful in industrial and automotive formulations for spray applications
Low odor version of Rheovis AS 1130
Non-associative pure acrylic thickener; highly efficient low-shear thickener; for
adhesive and mastics used in pigment and filler slurries but also highly successful
in industrial and automotive formulations for spray applications
Non-associative pure acrylic thickener; mid-shear thickener, provide a Newtonian
rheology profile, allows good leveling
Non-associative pure acrylic thickener; most Newtonian product in the Rheovis®
range
Can be used as protective colloid, works at a pH of 5
Highly effective rheological control thickener for systems which are supplied as
dry systems
Acrylic thickener with associative thickening; low-shear thickener; for paints and
plasters; anti-sagging, prolongs open time
Acrylic thickener with associative thickening; thixotropic flow behavior; low water
uptake; no impact on wet adhesion even after long water contact
Acrylic thickener with associative thickening; mid-shear thickener; improves flow;
excellent efficiency; all around product which can be used in most paint systems
all around product which can be used in most paints systems
Acrylic thickener with associative thickening; high-shear thickener; Newtonian flow
behavior; improved leveling; increases coating build up, layer thickness increases
coating build-up / layer thickness
Good Best
Rheology Modifiers | 35
36. Rheology Modifiers
Product Name
Solids
(%)
Viscosity
(mPas)
VOC Content
(%)
Tin Free
Recommended for
Low
VOC
Systems*
Water-based
Systems
Solvent-based
Systems
Solvent-free
Systems
Associative Thickener: Hydrophobically Modified Polyether (HMPE)
Rheovis®
PE 1320 NC 40 ~ 1,600 20
Rheovis®
PE 1331 21 ~ 2,300 0.1
Rheovis®
PE 1332 20 ~ 1,100 0.1
Rheovis®
PE 1350 50 ~ 4,000 0.1
Associative Thickener: Hydrophobically Modified Polyether (HMPE)
Rheovis®
PU 1191 30 ~ 2,800 1
Rheovis®
PU 1214 NC 40 ~ 3,500 20
Rheovis®
PU 1215 30 ~ 2,800 1
Rheovis®
PU 1250 40 ~ 3,500 20
Rheovis®
PU 1251 30 ~ 2,800 1
Rheovis®
PU 1291 45 ~ 3,000 1
36 | Products for Architectural Coatings
37. Features and Benefits
Applications
High
PVC
Paints
Matte/Interior
Semi-gloss
Gloss
Wood
Paints
and
Stains
Exterior
and
Elastic
Paints
and
Plasters
Colorants
Low
VOC
Excellent high-shear thickener; imparts excellent flow
Excellent high-shear thickener; imparts excellent flow
Excellent high-shear thickener; imparts excellent flow
High-shear thickener; imparts good flow and leveling. Suitable for high gloss paints
Next-generation strong low-shear thickener with excellent performance and easy
handling; strong pseudoplasticity
Mid-shear thickener; nearly Newtonian; excellent balance of high- and low-shear
viscosity build
Mid-shear thickener; medium pseudoplastic
Mid-shear thickener; medium pseudoplastic; provides excellent orientation of
effect pigments
Mid-shear thickener; slightly pseudoplastic
Next generation, ultra low VOC, mid-shear rheology modifier with excellent ICI
thickening and easy handling
Good Best
Rheology Modifiers | 37
40. Product Name Description
Solids
(%)
Amine
Number
(mg KOH/g)
Recommended for
Low
VOC
Systems*
Water-based
Systems
Solvent-based
Systems
Solvent-free
Systems
Substrate Wetting Agent
Hydropalat®
WE 3111 Polymer based surfactant ~80 1.0
Hydropalat®
WE 3120 Alkoxylated surfactants 99.5 0.5
Hydropalat®
WE 3135 100 0.1
Hydropalat®
WE 3136 100 0.1
Hydropalat®
WE 3155 100 0.1
Hydropalat®
WE 3167 100 0.1
Hydropalat®
WE 3240 Silicone surfactant 48 52
Hydropalat®
WE 3311 Alkoxylated surfactants 100 0.1
Hydropalat®
WE 3317 100 0.1
Hydropalat®
WE 3320 Polymer based surfactant ~90 0.1
Hydropalat®
WE 3322 99 1
Hydropalat®
WE 3323 99 1
Hydropalat®
WE 3475 Sulfosuccinates 75 ~ 6
Hydropalat®
WE 3650 Modifiied alkoxylated 100 0.1
Flow and Leveling Agents
Hydropalat®
WE 3370 Fluorinated polyacrylates 60 10
Slip and Leveling Agents
Efka®
SL 3210 99 1
Efka®
SL 3288 99 1
Efka®
SL 3299 Modified polysiloxanes 99 1
Wetting Agents
40 | Products for Architectural Coatings
41. Good Best
Features and Benefits
Applications
High
PVC
Paints
Matte/Interior
Semi-gloss
Gloss
Wood
Paints
and
Stains
Exterior
and
Elastic
Paints
and
Plasters
Colorants
Low
VOC
Alkyl phenol free, proprietary, non-ionic ethoxylate aliphatic alcohol
Low-foaming wetting agent for aqueous formulations; excellent reduction of
dynamic surface tension
A difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. It
is nonionic and 100% active.
A difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. It
is nonionic and 100% active.
A water-soluble polyalkylene glycol that is 100% active.
Difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. A
nonionic surfactants that is 100% active and relatively non toxic.
High performance silicone-based wetting agent; strong reduction of static surface
tension; excellent compatibility
Non-volatile, non-ionic surfactant, which is used in waterborne coatings as a
wetting and dispersing agent for enhanced color development/acceptance and
improved substrated wetting.
Difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. A
nonionic surfactants that is 100% active and relatively non toxic.
Non-volatile, non-ionic surfactant, which is used in waterborne coatings as a
wetting and dispersing agent for enhanced color development/acceptance and
improved substrated wetting.
Very efficient wetting and leveling agent with anti-foaming properties
Very efficient wetting and leveling agent with anti-foaming properties
Highly efficient sulfosuccinate wetting agent; strong reduction of dynamic surface
tension; standard product used in overprint varnishes
Excellent dynamic surface tension reduction in combination with low foam stabili-
zation
Fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylate; in water-based systems, excellent substrate
wetting, leveling and anti-cratering
Broad spectrum and efficient flow and slip enhancer; economic solutions
Organically modified polysiloxane; strong slip and surface smoothness effect for
high-gloss industrial coatings
Organically modified polysiloxane; strong slip and surface smoothness effect for
high-gloss industrial coatings
Wetting Agents | 41
44. Product Name Description APEO-free Ammonia-free Low Odor
Opaque Polymer
AQACell®
6299X
Organic opacifying pigment that enables reduction
of titanium dioxide in formulation
Latex
Acronal®
PLUS 4670 Latex that has outstanding titanium dioxide efficiency
Acronal®
EDGE 4750 Latex with high titanium dioxide efficiency
Acronal®
ECO 4830 Latex that delivers improved titanium dioxide efficiency
Acronal®
PLUS 4130 Latex that delivers improved titanium dioxide efficiency
Acronal®
PLUS 4230 Latex that delivers improved titanium dioxide efficiency
Acronal®
PLUS 4240 Latex that delivers improved titanium dioxide efficiency
Dispersant
Dispex®
CX 4320 Excellent TiO2 dispersing and stabilizing agent
Dispex®
AA 4144 Excellent TiO2 dispersing and stabilizing agent
Kaolin Extender
Satintone®
5HB Kaolin extender that also contributes to opacity
Mattex®
PRO Kaolin extender that also contributes to excellent hide
Ultrex®
96 Kaolin extender that also contributes to opacity
Opacity Enhancers
44 | Products for Architectural Coatings
46. Product Name Product Description
Basic Properties
TiO
2
Extension
Opacity
Tint
Strength
Tint
Retention
Gloss
Retention
Sheen
Control
Color
Pigment
Extension
Washability
Stain
Resistance
Scrub
Resistance
Burnish
Resistance
One-coat
Coverage
Hydrous Spray Dried
ASP®
G92
A high gloss kaolin is a micro fine particle-size grade
of aluminum silicate TiO2 extender featuring superior
gloss and high brightness.
ASP®
072
A highly beneficiated very fine particle-size, platy-grade
aluminum silicate, featuring premium brightness. ASP
072 kaolin is chemically inert and has been specially
modified with dispersants for ease of dispersion.
ASP®
172
This kaolin is a very fine particle-size grade of alumi-
num silicate, featuring premium brightness.
ASP®
102
This is a standard brightness spray dried kaolin de-
signed for use in waterborne, semi-gloss coatings.
ASP®
602
This kaolin has fine particle size, standard brightness,
and low residue to help provide excellent dispersion
and physical properties when compounded into a wide
variety of polymeric systems
ASP®
802
ASP®
802 kaolin’s coarse delaminated structure
improves stain resistance and washability in paints. It
also improves mud-crack resistance while reducing
porosity. It provides synergistic properties when used
in combination with calcined kaolin such as Satintone®
W or Mattex®
.
Hydrous Pulverized
ASP®
G90
A high gloss kaolin is a micro fine particle-size grade
aluminum silicate TiO2 extender featuring superior
gloss and high brightness.
ASP®
200 Ultrafine particle size ASP®
200 provides
ASP®
170 Ultrafine particle size ASP®
170 provides
ASP®
400P
Our coarsest particle-size grade of aluminum silicate.
ASP 400P is highly pulverized, is lower in brightness,
has higher aspect ratio than other ASP hydrous kaolins
and is chemically inert.
Kaolin Extenders
46 | Products for Architectural Coatings
47. Sheens Applications Product Specifications
Flat
Satin
Semi-gloss
High-gloss
General
Use
Primer
Interior
Exterior
Water-borne
Paints
Solvent-borne
Paints
Physical
Form
Surface
Modifications
GE
Brightness
(%
Reflectance)
Screen
Residue
(%
+
325
Mesh)
pH
(28%
Solids)
Median
Sedigraph
Particle
Size
(µ)
Oil
Absorption
(D-281-Rubout)
Loose
Bulk
Density
(lbs/ft
3
/kg/m
3
)
Tamped
Bulk
Density
(lbs/ft
3
/kg/m
3
)
Beads Dispersant 90 0.01 6 to 8 0.2 40-50 44/700 53/930
Beads Dispersant 90 0.01 6 to 8 0.3 40-50 44/700 58/930
Beads Dispersant 90 0.01 6 to 8 0.4 40-50 44/700 58/930
Beads Dispersant 86 0.01 6 to 8 0.4 40-50 44/700 58/930
Beads Dispersant 86 0.01 6 to 8 0.6 35-45 44/700
Beads Dispersant
Pulverized Dispersant 90 0.01 6 to 8 0.2 40-50 12/190 18/290
Pulverized None 86 0.01 3.5 to 5 0.4 40-50 18/290 30/480
Pulverized Dispersant 90 0.01 6 to 8 0.4 40-50 15/240 20/320
Pulverized None 80 0.15 3.5 to 5 3.5 30-40 25/400 40/640
Good Better Best
Kaolin Extenders | 47
48. Product Name Product Description
Basic Properties
TiO
2
Extension
Opacity
Tint
Strength
Tint
Retention
Gloss
Retention
Sheen
Control
Color
Pigment
Extension
Washability
Stain
Resistance
Scrub
Resistance
Burnish
Resistance
One-coat
Coverage
Delaminated
ASP®
NC X-1
This kaolin’s delaminated structure improves stain
resistance and washability in paints. It is an excellent
titanium dioxide extender and improves opacity of
paints. It provides synergistic properties when used in
combination with calcined kaolins such as Satintone®
W or Mattex®
.
Calcined
Satintone®
5HB
An ultra-fine particle-size grade featuring very high
brightness. Satintone 5HB has been dehydroxylated
by controlled heat treatment for removal of crystal-
line-bound hydroxyl groups and to improve brightness.
Satintone 5HB kaolin is highly pulverized for better
dispersion.
Satintone®
W
A fine particle-size grade featuring high brightness. It
has been dehydroxylated by controlled heat treatment
to remove crystalline-bound hydroxyl groups and to
improve brightness. Satintone W kaolin is highly pulver-
ized for better dispersion.
Mattex®
A fine particle-size grade featuring high brightness. Its
key feature is that it’s a structured calcined material
which allows optimization of low sheen and high
opacity.
Mattex®
PRO
A specially engineered kaolin-based product for
architectural paint applications with improved scrub
resistance and burnish. It is uniquely structured to
provide very high scrub resistance properties and very
low sheen while maintaining excellent hide.
Mattex®
MX
A chemically structured kaolin based pigment that
combines high opacity and whiteness with high tint
strength, low sheen and excellent film integrity in
coatings.
Ultrex®
96
An ultra-fine particle-size engineered grade featuring
ultra-high brightness. It has been dehydroxylated
by controlled heat treatment for removal of crystal-
line-bound hydroxyl groups and to improve bright-
ness. Ultrex 96 kaolin is highly pulverized for better
dispersion.
Kaolin Extenders
48 | Products for Architectural Coatings
49. Sheens Applications Product Specifications
Flat
Satin
Semi-gloss
High-gloss
General
Use
Primer
Interior
Exterior
Water-borne
Paints
Solvent-borne
Paints
Physical
Form
Surface
Modifications
GE
Brightness
(%
Reflectance)
Screen
Residue
(%
+
325
Mesh)
pH
(28%
Solids)
Median
Sedigraph
Particle
Size
(µ)
Oil
Absorption
(D-281-Rubout)
Loose
Bulk
Density
(lbs/ft
3
/kg/m
3
)
Tamped
Bulk
Density
(lbs/ft
3
/kg/m
3
)
Spray
Dried
Dispersant 87 0.01 6 to 8 0.7 40-50 40/650 55/890
Pulverized Dehydroxylated 92 0.01 5 to 7 0.8 85-95 13/210 20/320
Pulverized Dehydroxylated 91 0.02 5 to 7 1.4 50-60 20/320 30/480
Pulverized Dehydroxylated 90 0.01 5 to 7 1.3 60-70 20/320 30/480
Pulverized Dehydroxylated
Pulverized Dehydroxylated 90 0.01 5 to 7 1.1 65-75 20/320 30/480
Pulverized Dehydroxylated 96 0.02 5 to 7 0.8 85-95 16/260 22/350
Good Better Best
* Pre-Treatment Value
Kaolin Extenders | 49
53. Market Segment
Application / Remarks
Automotive
and
Transportation
Industrial
Furniture
and
Flooring
Printing
and
Packaging
Architectural
Mass stabilization of gel coats; UVA for moderate durability requirements
Mass stabilization of gel coats; UVA for moderate durability requirements
Universal UVA for medium-performance solvent- and water-based coatings
Chlorinated red-shifted UVA, allows 1% transmittance up to 370 nm; FDA approval for indirect food contact in
polyolefines, limited solubility in organic solvents
Multipurpose UVA for medium- to high-durability requirements; minimum color impact in refinish clear coat
applications
Multipurpose UVA for medium-durability requirements
UVA for medium- to high-durability requirements in powder and coil coating applications; limited solubility in
organic solvents
UVA for medium- to high-durability requirements in powder and coil coating applications; excellent solubility in
organic solvents
Very red-shifted UVA for protection of aromatic epoxy systems; especially recommended for carbon- or
glass-fiberreinforced composites; allows 1% transmittance up to 420 nm
Red-shifted UVA with extremely high extinction coefficient; allows 1% transmittance up to 370 nm; limited solubility
Red-shifted UVA with high extinction coefficient; for high-durability requirements; allows 1% transmittance
UVA for high-durability requirements in clear coat applications inclusive UV-curing systems; excellent spectral coverage in
combination with Tinuvin®
479
UVA for high-durability requirements in powder clear coats or 100 % (UV)-curing systems; excellent spectral coverage in
combination with Tinuvin®
479
UVA with extremely high extinction coefficient; for highest durability requirements in clear coats, powder coatings or UV-curing
systems; specifically suited for thin-film applications
UV Absorbers | 53
54. UV Absorbers
Product Name Chemistry Physical Form
Market Segment
Application / Remarks
Automotive
and
Transportation
Industrial
Furniture
and
Flooring
Printing
and
Packaging
Architectural
Blends
Tinuvin®
5050 BTZ / N-alkyl HALS liquid
UVA/HALS blend for solvent-based appli-
cations
Tinuvin®
5060 BTZ / N-OR HALS liquid
UVA/non-basic HALS blend for sol-
vent-based oxidative curing coatings
Tinuvin®
5151 BTZ / N-alkyl HALS liquid
universal UVA/HALS blend for water- and
solvent-based applications
Tinuvin®
5248 HPT / N-alkyl HALS liquid
UVA/HALS blend for high-performance
solvent-based applications
Tinuvin®
5251 HPT / N-alkyl HALS liquid
UVA/HALS blend for high-performance
solvent-based applications
Tinuvin®
111 FDL
N-alkyl / N-alkyl
HALS blend
solid
HALS blend for powder coating application
with triboelectric charging activity
Tinuvin®
B 75
AO / N-alkyl HALS
/ UVA
liquid
AO/UVA/HALS blend for solvent-based
applications; improves color stability of
epoxy based flooring coatings
NEAT Additive Preparations for Water-based Applications
Tinuvin®
123-DW N-OR HALS liquid 30 % active
N-OR based HALS for all water-based
applications
Tinuvin®
99-DW BTZ liquid 25 % active
UVA for water-based medium-performance
applications
Tinuvin®
400-DW HPT liquid 20 % active
Blue-shifted UVA for water-based high-per-
formance applications; excellent spectra
coverage in combination with Tinuvin®
479-DW
Tinuvin®
477-DW HPT liquid 20 % active
Red-shifted UVA for water-based high-per-
formance wood coatings
Tinuvin®
5333-DW UVA HALS liquid 40 % active
High-performance UVA / non-reacting HALS
light stabilizer blend with broad spectral
coverage for high-durability requirements
in joinery, GIP, plastic, glass and decorative
applications
54 | Products for Architectural Coatings
57. Market segment
Application / Remarks
Automotive
and
Transportation
Industrial
Furniture
and
Flooring
Printing
and
Packaging
Architectural
Lignin stabilizer for wood impregnation
Lignin stabilizer solution for wood impregnation
Non-basic HALS for acid-catalyzed coatings, improves yellowing resistance in direct fired gas
ovens
Non-migrating, reactable low-basic HALS for polar solvent-based or plastic coatings (e.g.,
polycarbonate, ABS substrates)
Low-basic HALS for powder coating applications with very good antioxidant property; limited
solubility in organic solvents
Non-basic HALS for oxidative curing coatings
HALS blend for powder coating applications with triboelectric charging activity
HALS suitable for powder coating applications
Multipurpose HALS for various applications multipurpose HALS for color-sensitive applications
such as refinish coatings
Performance Additives | 57
58. Product Name CAS Chemistry
Physicochemical Parmeters
Physical Form
Mw
(g/mol)
Mp
(°C)
Antimicrobials
Irgaguard®
D 1071 28159-98-0 organic algicide solid 253 128 - 133
Irgarol®
1051 28159-98-0 organic algicide solid 253 129 - 133
Optical Brightener
Tinopal®
NFW LIQ 27344-41-8 biphenyl-stilbene liquid 563 -
Tinopal®
OB CO 7128-64-5 benzoxazole solid 431 196 - 203
Tinopal®
SFP 41098-56-0 triazine-stilbene solid 1,305 -
Optical Brighteners
58 | Products for Architectural Coatings
59. Market Segment
Application / Remarks
Automotive
and
Transportation
Industrial
Furniture
and
Flooring
Printing
and
Packaging
Architectural
Triazine-based algicide for architectural and construction coatings. Due to REACH, not available in Europe.
Triazine-based algicide for antifouling in marine and protective coatings
Liquid OB for water-based white and pastel-tone paints, clear coats, overprint varnishes
Solid OB for white and pastel-tone paints, clear coats, overprint varnishes and powder coating applications
Water-soluble OB for photographic color developer baths or as fluorescent tracers
Performance Additives | 59