AQUAMATTE® 26HD

A very fine grade of densified oxidized polyethylene for gloss reduction and optimum stability in water based paints and coatings


FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Provides uniform gloss reduction with a smoother surface feel when compared to silica additives
  • Tough, high molecular weight polymer imparts burnish and abrasion resistance
  • Optimized density of 1.08 eliminates flotation and ensures maximum in-can stability
  • Ideal for water based systems
  • Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing

COMPOSITION

Densified oxidized HDPE

RECOMMENDED ADDITION LEVELS

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

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).

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

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AppearanceOff-White Powder
Density at 25 °C (g/cc)1.08
Maximum Particle Size (µm)26
Mean Particle Size (µm)6.0 - 8.5
Melting Point °C105 - 111
Natural or Naturally DerivedNo
NPIRI Grind3.0 - 4.0

FEATURED PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

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