Energy Curable Coatings
UV and other energy curable coatings benefit when formulated with micronized wax additives that impart slip, rub, and scratch resistance, while improving hardness and antiblock performance. Micro Powders' products can enhance these properties with the optimum gloss level, haptics, and durability that your customer demands.
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AquaMatte® 22
Ultrafine grade of micronized oxidized polyethylene for gloss reduction of paints and industrial coatings. Also useful as an additive in seed coatings.
- Provides uniform gloss reduction with good clarity and a smoother surface feel when compared to silica additives
- Tough, high molecular weight polymer imparts burnish and abrasion resistance
- High density polymer provides maximum in-can stability with minimal flotation in water based systems
- Ideal for water based systems
- In seed coatings, improves anti-blocking, flow, and abrasion resistance
MicroKlear 116
A micronized composite of polyethylene and carnauba wax for surface slip and scratch resistance with excellent clarity and gloss retention. Also useful in seed coatings.
- Provides an excellent combination of slip, abrasion resistance, and scratch resistance
- Ideal for applications where excellent gloss and clarity are required
- In coil coatings, provides maximum slip for forming and fabrication of finished coil
- Reduces coil coating surface haze post-bake and water quench
- Provides excellent slip, scratch resistance and food release properties in metal packaging coatings
MicroKlear 418AL
Nanoalumina modified carnauba wax for maximum scratch resistance with surface slip, clarity and gloss retention. Also useful as an additive in seed coatings
- Natural carnauba wax composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Provides maximum scratch resistance with surface lubricity
- Does not adversely affect clarity or gloss
- Easier-to-disperse nanotechnology in a safe, non-nano powder
- Composite wax/alumina particle is less abrasive on processing equipment compared to free alumina
- Effective replacement for PTFE additives
MicroMatte® 1213 UVW
A modified polypropylene wax densified with silica for consistent gloss control with clarity and stability in water based and UV/EB coatings
- Effective gloss control with good in-can stability
- Adds slip with scratch and mar resistance
- Nonabrasive wax technology imparts a smoother surface feel vs. silica-based additives
- Provides burnish and blocking resistance
- Improved film clarity vs. MicroMatte 1011 UVW
MicroMatte® 2000
Micronized modified hybrid polypropylene wax for consistent gloss reduction with high clarity in industrial coatings
- Effective gloss control
- Imparts mar and abrasion resistance with antiblock properties
- Excellent film clarity, especially in UV systems
Micropro 400
Modified high melt point hybrid polypropylene wax for consistent gloss control with surface slip, mar and abrasion resistance
- Improves mar, scratch and metal marking resistance
- Effective gloss control agent with good burnish resistance in low or medium gloss finishes
- Provides antiblocking properties
- Low density will keep silica matting additives in suspension
- Easy to disperse in both polar and non-polar systems
MicroTouch 800F
Highly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 800VF
Highly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 800XF
Highly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 800XXF
Highly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 850XF
Highly resilient modified spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Modified to enhance surface slip and lubricity
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MP-22XF
High performance, versatile grade of micronized synthetic wax for improved slip, scratch and rub resistance in a wide variety and paints, coatings and inks
- Imparts a high degree of lubricity and slip with rub and mar resistance
- Provides antiblocking properties
- Gives long-lasting water beading and weather resistance to exterior alkyd-based stains
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
MPP-123
Unique grade of micronized low density polyethylene wax for extra toughness and block resistance
- Imparts a high degree of abrasion resistance
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
- Does not lower COF like high density polyethylene grades
MPP-611AL
A highly engineered HDPE/alumina nanocomposite for unsurpassed scratch and scuff resistance
- Maximum scratch and scuff resistance with slip and lubricity
- HDPE composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Easier-to-disperse nanotechnology in a safe, non-nano powder
- Composite particle density maximizes efficiency and minimizes settling
- Effective replacement for PTFE additives
- Easier-to-disperse nanotechnology in a safe, non-nano powder
MPP-620XF
High performance micronized polyethylene wax which provides a unique combination of surface slip, abrasion/rub resistance, and antiblocking in a wide variety of coatings and inks
- Imparts excellent abrasion, rub and mar resistance with good surface slip
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
- Adds heat resistance
- Better resistance to solvent absorption and swelling when compared to Fischer-Tropsch (synthetic) waxes
NatureFine R331
Finely micronized rice bran wax for use in industrial coatings and agrochemical products
- Natural food grade wax conforming to 21CFR 172.890
- Excellent burnish and abrasion resistance compared to synthetic wax additives
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
- Improves lubricity, dust-off, and block resistance in seed coatings
- Effective dry powder binding agent
- Microplastic alternative
Polyfluo® 150
A unique, high performance composite of polyethylene and PTFE for surface lubricity with scratch and abrasion resistance
- High performance product for adding slip, scratch and abrasion resistance
- Synergistic wax combination that enhances PTFE mobility to the coating surface
- High slip polyethylene provides excellent surface lubricity
- PTFE dramatically enhances abrasion resistance
- Extra fine particle size provides excellent gloss retention and film clarity
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
Polyfluo® 190
A unique, high performance composite of low density polyethylene and PTFE for maximum abrasion and burnish resistance with superior surface durability
- High performance product for improving surface abrasion resistance and film toughness
- Synergistic wax combination that enhances PTFE mobility to the coating surface
- Low density polyethylene provides superior surface toughness, durability and mar resistance
- PTFE dramatically enhances abrasion resistance, antiblocking and film hardness
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
Polyfluo® 400XF
A high performance wax/PTFE combination for improved surface lubricity with scratch resistance
- High performance product for adding slip and abrasion resistance
- Synergistic wax combination that enhances PTFE mobility to the coating surface
- High slip wax provides excellent surface lubricity
- PTFE dramatically enhances abrasion resistance
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
Polyfluo® 523AL
A highly engineered HDPE/PTFE/alumina nanocomposite for unsurpassed scratch and scuff resistance
- Maximum scratch and scuff resistance with slip and lubricity
- HDPE/PTFE composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Easier-to-disperse nanotechnology in a safe, non-nano powder
- Extra fine particle size provides excellent gloss retention and film clarity
- Composite wax/alumina particle is less abrasive on processing equipment compared to free alumina
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
Polyfluo® 523XF
A unique extra fine, high performance composite of polyethylene and PTFE for superior surface lubricity with scratch and abrasion resistance
- High performance product for adding slip, scratch and abrasion resistance
- Synergistic wax combination that enhances PTFE mobility to the coating surface
- PTFE dramatically enhances abrasion resistance
- High density polyethylene provides improved surface slip
- Extra fine particle size provides excellent gloss retention and film clarity
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
Polyfluo® 900
A unique ceramic fortified composite of low density polyethylene and PTFE for maximum abrasion and burnish resistance, surface durability and antiblocking
- High performance product for maximizing surface abrasion resistance (Taber) and film toughness
- Fortified with hard, inert, semi-transparent spherical ceramic for maximum abrasion resistance
- Low density polyethylene provides superior surface toughness, durability and mar resistance
- PTFE enhances abrasion resistance, antiblocking and film hardness
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
PolyGlide 1226XF
A highly engineered HDPE/ceramic/nanoceramic composite for abrasion resistance and lubricity
- HDPE composite reinforced with hard, inert ceramic microspheres and nanoceramic platelets
- Improved Taber abrasion resistance when compared to PE/PTFE additives
- Provides slip and lubricity
- Ideal for can and container coatings; 21CFR 175.300 approved
- Effective replacement for PTFE additives
- Compare to (coarser) Polyfluo 900
Polysilk® 14
A complex formulated wax composite that provides a high degree of surface slip, scratch and rub resistance with gloss retention and a silky smooth feel
- Provides a high level of scratch and rub resistance
- Improves tape release, block resistance, and heat resistance
- Adds surface slip to impart a silky smooth feel
- Maximum lubricity achieved after 12 to 24 hours
- Useful for adding abrasion and antiblock properties to lamination inks at a 0.25-0.5% level
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
PropylMatte 31
Finely micronized polypropylene for efficient matting and gloss control in paints, coatings and inks
- Provides consistent gloss reduction with no effect on coating viscosity
- Tough, high molecular weight polymer imparts burnish and abrasion resistance
- Imparts anti-slip properties
- Density (0.89) ideal for solvent based systems
- For more efficient matting with a fine microtexture, try PropylTex 325S/270S
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylMatte 31HD
Finely micronized densified polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control with superior in-can stability in water based paints, coatings and inks
- 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
- For more efficient matting with a fine microtexture, try PropylTex 325HD/270HD
PropylMatte 31SA
Finely micronized PTFE modified polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control with surface slip, abrasion and burnish resistance
- Efficient gloss reduction from satin to matte finish
- Polypropylene improves burnish resistance vs. inorganic flattening agents
- PTFE provides additional abrasion resistance, enhanced lubricity and surface slip
- Density optimized for maximum stability in water based and energy curable systems
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
PropylTex® 270HD
Fine particle size grade of densified micronized polypropylene for adding consistent surface texture and structure with excellent in-can stability in water based paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in water based systems
- Adds a mild texture to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
PropylTex® 325HD
Fine particle size grade of densified micronized polypropylene for adding consistent surface texture and structure with excellent in-can stability in water based paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in water based systems
- Adds a mild texture to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
PropylTex® 325S
Micronized polypropylene for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds a mild texture effect to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Narrow cut mean particle size grade available for maximum texture control
- For a finer texture, try PropylMatte 31
SuperGlide 904
A unique combination of amide wax and synthetic wax that provides slip, scratch and block resistance with a very smooth surface feel
- EBS provides maximum surface lubricity and block resistance without the use of PTFE
- Provides scratch and mar resistance
- Imparts a smooth surface "feel"
- Provides uniform gloss control at higher dosage levels
Superslip™ 6515
Economical combination of polyethylene and amide wax that provides scratch and mar resistance with a smooth surface feel
- Polyethylene provides scratch and mar resistance
- EBS provides maximum surface lubricity and block resistance without the use of PTFE
- Imparts a smooth surface "feel"
Superslip™ 6515AL
A highly engineered HDPE/amide wax/alumina nanocomposite for maximum scratch, scuff and block resistance
- Maximum scratch resistance; equal to PE/PTFE additives
- HDPE/amide wax composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Good abrasion resistance with slip and lubricity
- Amide wax component provides excellent antiblocking and release properties
- Ideal for can and container coatings; 21CFR 175.300 approved
- Compare to Superslip 6515XF
Superslip™ 6530
A combination of high performance polyethylene and amide wax that provides maximum lubricity with scratch resistance, antiblocking, and a smooth surface feel
- Polyethylene provides scratch and mar resistance
- EBS provides maximum surface lubricity and block resistance without the use of PTFE
- Imparts a smooth surface "feel"
- Excellent solvent resistance; will not affect drying rate
- Reduces dusting buildup on sanding media
Synfluo 178XF
A high performance combination of micronized synthetic wax and PTFE for surface lubricity and scratch resistance
- Synthetic wax provides slip, scratch and rub resistance
- PTFE provides lubricity, abrasion resistance and antiblocking
- Synergistic wax combination that enhances PTFE mobility to the coating surface
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
GraphShield 777
A versatile soluble nanocomposite powder of graphene and acrylic resin for liquid coatings
- Dry graphene composite powder is soluble in both solvent (alcohols, glycols, glycol ethers) and alkaline water based systems for easy incorporation into most coatings
- Graphene is pre-dispersed into a styrene acrylic resin matrix
- More stable and versatile than graphene dispersions
- Graphene can improve corrosion resistance, mechanical durability, and electrostatic dissipation properties
- Formulated with Garmor EFG technology
- Easier-to-disperse nanotechnology in a safe, non-nano powder
Fluo 500
Micronized high quality virgin PTFE that provides superior lubricity, abrasion and temperature resistance to industrial coatings and inks
- Provides maximum abrasion and rub resistance
- Adds slip, lubricity and block resistance
- Imparts heat resistance
- Will not yellow in high temperature baking applications
- Conforms to (EU) 2019/1021 & Stockholm Convention (POP)
MicroTouch 875XF
Naturally derived modified spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Naturally derived; Renewable Carbon Index (RCI) >61%
- Modified to enhance surface slip and lubricity
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
NatureTex 140
Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds mild texture effects to the coating surface
- Naturally derived and biodegradable
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- High melting point
- Microplastic alternative
- NOTE: NatureTex may begin to discolor at cure temperatures exceeding 180 °C
NatureTex 270
Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds mild texture effects to the coating surface
- Naturally derived and biodegradable
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- High melting point
- Microplastic alternative
- NOTE: NatureTex may begin to discolor at cure temperatures exceeding 180 °C
NatureTex 200
Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds mild texture effects to the coating surface
- Naturally derived and biodegradable
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- High melting point
- Microplastic alternative
- NOTE: NatureTex may begin to discolor at cure temperatures exceeding 180 °C
NatureTex 325
Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds mild texture effects to the coating surface
- Naturally derived and biodegradable
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- High melting point
- Microplastic alternative
- NOTE: NatureTex may begin to discolor at cure temperatures exceeding 180 °C