MICROSPERSION® 295-40
A nonionic water based dispersion of a micronized blend of polyethylene and carnauba wax for slip and scratch resistance with excellent clarity and gloss retention. Also useful in seed coatings.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Provides an excellent combination of slip, abrasion resistance, and scratch resistance
- Ideal for applications where high gloss and clarity are required
- In seed coatings, improves anti-blocking, flow, and abrasion resistance
- Formulated for 40CFR Part 180 compliance for both food and non-food use
COMPOSITION
Nonionic wax dispersion
RECOMMENDED ADDITION LEVELS
2.0 - 5.0%
SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS
Water based coatings. Industrial coatings (including plastic, metal, masonry and leather); stains, sealers and varnishes; wood coatings; printing inks and OPV's (including flexo and gravure); interior and exterior can and container coatings, seed coatings.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
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| Appearance | Off-White Liquid |
| Density at 25 °C (g/cc) | 0.99 |
| Dry Wax ID | MicroKlear 295 |
| Emulsifier Type | Nonionic |
| Mean Particle Size (µm) | 4.0 - 6.0 (wax) |
| Natural or Naturally Derived | No |
| NPIRI Grind | 2.0 - 3.0 |
| pH | 9.0 - 10.5 |
| Viscosity at 25 °C (cP) | 2,000 - 3,500 |
| Wax Solids | 40% |
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FEATURED PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES
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