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NATUREMATTE® 31

Finely micronized natural, biodegradable PHBV for efficient matting and burnish resistance in paints, coatings and inks


FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Natural biofermentation powder
  • Tough, high molecular weight biopolymer provides efficient gloss reduction
  • Improved burnish resistance, better than many synthetic additives
  • Imparts anti-slip properties
  • Freshwater and marine biodegradable to OECD test standards
  • Microplastic alternative

COMPOSITION

Poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate)

RENEWABLE CARBON INDEX

100%

RECOMMENDED ADDITION LEVELS

2.0 - 5.0% depending on the level of gloss reduction desired

SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS

Water based and solvent based coatings and inks. Industrial coatings (including plastic and metal); stains, sealers and varnishes; wood coatings; printing inks and OPV's (including flexo and gravure); powder coatings interior and exterior can and container coatings; coil coatings. Agricultural products. Granulation aid. High biocontent coatings.

Natural or Naturally Derived

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

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AppearanceWhite Powder
Density at 25 °C (g/cc)1.25
Maximum Particle Size (µm)31
Mean Particle Size (µm)7.5 - 10.5
Melting Point °C170 - 180
Natural or Naturally DerivedYes
NPIRI Grind4.0 - 6.0
This product is also available as a water based wax dispersion - Microspersion NM31-35

FEATURED PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

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Block Resistance
Burnish Resistance
Cleanability
In-Can Stability
Lubricity and Smooth Feel
Matting and Gloss Control
Non-Skid
Resistance to Dirt Pick Up
Anti-Caking
Block Resistance
Dry Flow and Release
Moisture Resistance
Slip and Lubricity
Water Resistance
Compressability
Crush Strength
Granulation Binding
Hardness
Oil Absorption
Reduced Dusting
Anti-slip
Block Resistance
In-Can Stability
Matting and Gloss Control
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Scuff and Heel Mark Resistance
Block Resistance
Burnish Resistance
In-Can Stability
Matting and Gloss Control
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Soft Touch
Matting and Gloss Control
Rub Resistance
Soft Touch/Silky Feel
Abrasion Resistance
Block Resistance
Dustoff Resistance
Lubricity and Flow
Burnish Resistance
Lubricity and Smooth Feel
Matting and Gloss Control
Scratch and Mar Resistance
Soft Touch
Key: Effective     Very Effective     Extremely Effective