MICROSPERSION® 31HD-40

A nonionic water based dispersion of finely micronized densified polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control with superior in-can stability in water based paints, coatings and inks


FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
  • Efficient gloss reduction from satin to matte finish
  • Improves burnish resistance vs. silica mattifiers
  • Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in most water based systems
  • Imparts anti-slip properties

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); architectural wall and trim paints; stains, sealers and varnishes; wood coatings; printing inks and OPV's (including flexo and gravure); exterior can and container coatings.

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

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AppearanceOff-White Liquid
Density at 25 °C (g/cc)1.04
Dry Wax IDPropylMatte 31HD
Emulsifier TypeNonionic
Mean Particle Size (µm)8.0 - 12.0 (wax)
Natural or Naturally DerivedNo
NPIRI Grind5.0 - 6.0
pH8.0 - 9.0
Viscosity at 25 °C (cP)5,000 - 9,000
Wax Solids40%

FEATURED PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

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Burnish Resistance
Cleanability
In-Can Stability
Lubricity and Smooth Feel
Matting and Gloss Control
Non-Skid
Resistance to Dirt Pick Up
Soft Touch
Block Resistance
Matting and Gloss Control
Soft Touch
Block Resistance
Burnish Resistance
In-Can Stability
Increased COF
Matting and Gloss Control
Anti-slip
Cleanability
In-Can Stability
Matting and Gloss Control
Resistance to Hot Tire Pick up
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Scuff and Heel Mark Resistance
Soft Touch
Block Resistance
Burnish Resistance
Cleanability
In-Can Stability
Matting and Gloss Control
Block Resistance
Matting and Gloss Control
Grip wax
Heat Resistance
Block Resistance
Burnish Resistance
Lubricity and Smooth Feel
Matting and Gloss Control
Soft Touch
Key: Effective     Very Effective     Extremely Effective