Non-ionic, polyurethane-based high shear range thickener for water-based coatings systems, glycol ether-, tin- and VOC-free

  • Physical Characteristics

    AppearanceOpalescent, middle-viscous liquid
    Non-volatile content19 – 21 %
    pH4 – 7
    Density1.010 – 1.050 g/cm3 DIN 53217 (23 °C)
    ViscosityMax. 15000 mPa.s ISO 3219 (A) (23 °C)
    SolventWater

  • Features

    • Effective in developing rheology in the high shear range for latex dispersions and water-based coatings systems
    • Promotes good gloss, stability and leveling properties
    • Yields spatter resistant coatings with outstanding brush/roller application properties and good physical properties
    • Quickly develops high shear thixotropy
    • Tin-free
    • VOC-free

  • Applications

    • Water-based coatings
      • General Industrial
      • Decorative

  • Dosage

    • 5 – 4.0% on total formulation

    Borchi® Gel 0434 is easy to use and can be added at any stage of the formulation. Pre-thinning is possible but generally not required. The exact dosage should be experimentally determined.

  • Storage

    Protect from the effects of weathering and store at temperatures between 5 and 30 °C. Once opened, containers should be resealed immediately after each removal of the product.

  • Safety

    Please refer to our safety data sheet for information relating to product safety.

Registration :
  • Europe : EINECS
  • Switzerland : EINECS
  • USA : TSCA
  • Canada : NDSL
  • China : IECSC
  • Japan : ENCS
  • Taiwan : NECI
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