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Organic Pigments
⚫️ - Certified use
◎ - Recommended use
| Color | Color Index | Description | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| YELLOW | PY 12 | AMARILLO BENCIDINA ABZ-244 T WB B10 | ⚫️ |
| ORANGE | PO 13 | NARANJA PIRAZOLONA NP-215 FS B10 | ◎ |
| RED | PR 49:2 | ROJO LITOL RL-159 T WB B15 | ⚫️ |
| VIOLET | PV 23 | VIOLETA CARBAZOL VC-6100 WB B15 | ◎ |
| PINK | FLUOR | ROSA NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
| RED | FLUOR | ROJO NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
| ORANGE | FLUOR | NARANJA AZULOSO NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
| ORANGE | FLUOR | NARANJA NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
| YELLOW | FLUOR | AMARILLO LIMON NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
| YELLOW | FLUOR | AMARILLO NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
| GREEN | FLUOR | VERDE NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
| BLUE | FLUOR | AZUL NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
| VIOLET | FLUOR | VIOLETA NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
| MAGENTA | FLUOR | MAGENTA NEON LX B25 | ⚫️ |
Inorganic Pigments
⚫️ - Certified use
◎ - Recommended use
| Color | Color Index | Description | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| RED | PR 101 | PYOXIFER ROJO OHR-1015 P B25 | ◎ |
| RED | PR 101 | PYOXIFER ROJO OHR-1012 P B25 | ◎ |
| BLACK | PBK 11 | PYOXIFER NEGRO OHBk-1105 P B25 | ◎ |
Pigment Preparations and Dispersions
⚫️ - Certified use
◎ - Recommended use
| Color | Color Index | Description | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| DISPERSION | |||
| VIOLET | PV 23 | DISPERSION BASE AGUA DPV-23 EPM C20 | ⚫️ |
| BLUE | PB 15 | DISPERSION BASE AGUA DPB-15 P C20 | ◎ |
| BLUE | PB 15:3 | DISPERSION BASE AGUA DPB-15:3 P C20 | ◎ |
| BLUE | PB 27 | DISPERSION ACUOSA AF CT1000 | ◎ |
| BLACK | PBK 7 | DISPERSION BASE AGUA DPBK-7 C20 | ⚫️ |
Water-Based Resins
| Product | Technology | Description | Viscosity | pH | % Solids |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE-630 D | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | Ecological flexible and glossy film emulsion free of APO's for the formulation of graphic arts inks and varnishes. | 1,000 - 3,000 | 8.0 - 9.0 | 44.0 - 46.0 |
| WE-631 | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | Ecological emulsion of hard and glossy film free of APO's for the formulation of graphic arts inks and varnishes. | 500 - 1,000 | 4.0 - 5.0 | 46.0 - 48.0 |
| W-4348 B | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | Smooth and glossy film emulsion for vehicle in the formulation of high quality inks. | 1,000 - 3,000 | 8.0 - 9.0 | 46.0 - 48.0 |
| WP-230 D | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | Flexible and glossy film emulsion for vehicle in the formulation of high quality graphic arts inks and varnishes. | 1,000 - 3,000 | 8.0 - 9.0 | 44.0 - 46.0 |
| WP-231 | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | Glossy hard film emulsion for vehicle in the formulation of high quality graphic arts inks and varnishes. | 500 - 1,000 | 8.0 - 9.0 | 46.0 - 48.0 |
| WP-233 | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | Hard glossy film emulsion for vehicle in the formulation of graphic arts inks and varnishes. | maximum - 500 | 8.0 - 9.0 | 35.0 - 37.0 |
| WV-423 M | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | Varnish over print of excellent gloss and high resistance to friction. | 45sec - 60sec | 8.5 - 9.5 | 33.5 - 35.0 |
| WV-504 M | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | Varnish on print with high resistance to rubbing. | 20sec - 35sec | 8.5 - 9.0 | 41.0 - 42.0 |
| WV-528 M | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | High solids printing varnish with excellent gloss. | 800 - 1,400 | 8.5 - 9.5 | 40.0 - 42.0 |
| WV-540 | Styrene Acrylic Copolymer | Solvent-free print varnish with excellent gloss and fast drying. | 20sec - 29sec | 8.0 - 9.0 | 41.0 - 43.0 |
Cellulose Rheological Modifiers
| Product | Description | Chemical Base | Viscosity (2% sol. T = 25°C ) | Appearance | Humidity | pH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEADCEL HE30000 SE | For high shear, better splash resistance, better sag resistance, longer open time. | HEC | 22,000-38,000 Pa.s | White or yellowish powder | <5% | 5 - 8 |
| HEADCEL HE60000 SE | For high shear, better splash resistance, better sag resistance, longer open time. | HEC | 48,000-72,000 Pa.s | White or yellowish powder | <5% | 5 - 8 |
| HEADCEL HE100000 SE | Higher thickening, better performance cost, better water resistance, higher viscosity when diluting with water. | HEC | 80,000-120,000 Pa.s | White or yellowish powder | <5% | 7 - 8 |
Synthetic Rheological Modifiers
| Product | Description | Chemical Base | pH | % Solids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGOCEL PU 227 | Associative polyurethane thickener with good thickening power. | HEUR | 6 - 8 | 17 |
| AGOCEL PU 237 | Associative polyurethane thickener with good thickening power. | HEUR | 5.5 - 6.5 | 17 |
| AGOCEL PU 240 | Associative polyurethane thickener with good thickening power. | HEUR | 5.5 - 6.5 | - |
| AGOCEL X | Associative acrylic thickener for water-based. | HASE | 3 - 4 | 30 |
| WP-383 | Associative acrylic thickener with high flowability. | HASE | 2 - 3.5 | 29.5 - 30.5 |
Guar Rheological Modifiers
| Product | Description | Chemical Base | Viscosity C = 2% T = 20°C ; 20 rpm | Low Shear | High Shear | Water Retention | Synthetic Resins | Silicates | Dosage [%] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGOCEL I 5 D | High performance in high cut applications. Prevents paint splatter during application. | HPG | Low | + | ++ | ++ | ✓ | - | 0.4 - 1.2 |
| AGOCEL I 115 D | Round product for architectural paints with good water retention. | HPG | Medium | ++ | + | ++ | ✓ | - | 0.3 - 1.0 |
| AGOCEL I 30 D | Profitable behavior and pseudoplastic behavior. | HPG | High | ++ | + | ++ | ✓ | - | 0.15 - 0.8 |
| AGOCEL I 50 D | Recommended for plasters with excellent water retention. | Modified HPG | High | ++ | + | +++ | ✓ | - | 0.15 - 0.7 |
| AGOCEL I 155 D | Very efficient in the low shear stress range. Positive influence on anti-sedimentation behavior. | Modified HPG | High | +++ | + | ++ | ✓ | - | 0.15 - 0.6 |
Xanthan Rheological Modifiers
| Product | Description | Chemical Base | Viscosity C = 2% T = 20°C ; 20 rpm | Low Chear | High Shear | Water Retention | Synthetic Resins | Silicates | Dosage [%] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGOCEL V 500 D | Very efficient in the low shear stress range. Positive influence on anti-sedimentation behavior. | Xanthan | High | +++ | + | - | ✓ | - | 0.01 - 0.5 |
| AGOCEL V 600 | Good anti-sedimentation behavior in silicate systems. | Xanthan | High | +++ | + | - | ✓ | ✓ | 0.01 - 0.5 |
| AGOCEL X 1000 | Strong thickening effect. | Acrylate | Medium | ++ | ++ | - | ✓ | ✓ | 0.1 - 2.0 |
Clay Rheological Modifiers
| Product | Characteristics | Chemical Base | Mineral | Water Base | Solvent Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PANGEL S9 | It is a highly effective additive made up of high purity sepiolite that confers optimal rheology and absence of segregation to the systems in which it is incorporated, improving its stability and application properties. | Hydrated Magnesium Silicate | Sepiolite | ✓ | - |
| PANGEL B10 | Powder additive with high thickening and anti-settling capacity for medium-low polarity systems, especially recommended for systems based on white spirit-type solvents. | Hydrated Magnesium Silicate | Sepiolite | - | ✓ |
| PANGEL B20 | High-thickening and anti-settling powder additive for medium-low to medium polarity systems, especially recommended for aromatic and unsaturated polyester solvents. | Hydrated Magnesium Silicate | Sepiolite | - | ✓ |
Defoamers
| Products | Characteristics | Chemical Base | Active Content [%] | Grinding | Finished | Degree of Incompatibility | Dosage [%] | Water Base | Solvent Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HANSA ADD 5085 | Very compatible defoamer that is mainly used in the let-down phase. | Organomodified polysiloxane | 100 | - | ✓ | + | 0.2 - 0.5 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD 5020 | Universal defoamer that can be applied both in the crushing and in the lowering phase. | Organomodified polysiloxane | 100 | ✓ | ✓ | ++ | 0.2 - 0.5 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD 5744 | Effective antifoam emulsion containing hydrophobic silica for the grinding stage with good compatibility. | Emulsion based on organomodified polysiloxanes | 20 | ✓ | - | +++ | 0.2 - 1.0 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD 5425 | Universal antifoam compound with high compatibility in various applications, primer applied in the grinding stage. | Compound of organomodified polysiloxanes and polyglycol | 100 | ✓ | - | ++ | 0.2 - 0.5 | ✓ | ✓ |
Humectants
| Product | Description | Chemical Base | Over Application | Leveling | Dosage [%] | Water Base | Solvent Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HANSA ADD 150 | Excellent substrate wetting and anti-crater effect. Highly efficient in automotive coatings. | Organomodified trisiloxane | +++ | + | 0.1 - 0.3 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD 1060 | Universal wetting agent for wood and furniture coverings. Excellent wetting porocy. Suitable for UV curing systems. | Organomodified trisiloxane | +++ | + | 0.1 - 0.3 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD 1305 | Good wetting and leveling properties over a wide pH range. | Organomodified polysiloxane | ++ | +++ | 0.1 - 1.0 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD 1364 | Excellent anti-crater effect. High compatibility and simple incorporation with low foaming tendency for water systems, eg. Wood cladding. | Compound of organomodified polysiloxane and glycol ether | +++ | +++ | 0.1 - 1.0 | ✓ | ✓ |
| VARISURF SP 5150 | Substrate wetting agent with a very low foaming tendency and alkaline stability. | Phosphoric acid ester | +++ | - | 0.5 - 3.0 | ✓ | ✓ |
Leveling Agents
| Products | Characteristics | Chemical Base | Glide | Cleaning | Over Application | Reactivity with OH- Groups | Dosage [%] | Water Base | Solvent Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HANSA ADD 1010 | High compatibility. Perfect for clear coatings. Suitable for UV systems. | Organomodified Polysiloxane | ++ | - | + | + | 0.1 - 1.0 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD 1325 | High slip leveling additive. | Organomodified Polysiloxane | +++ | + | - | - | 0.1 - 1.0 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD LSN | Leveling, good glide and moderate overcapacity. | Organomodified Polysiloxane | +++ | - | + | + | 0.1 - 1.0 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD 4035 | Surface additive with good leveling and high slip. Suitable for UV systems. | Organomodified Polysiloxane | ++ | ++ | - | ++ | 0.2 - 1.0 | ✓ | ✓ |
| HANSA ADD 4090 | Leveling additive with easy to clean effect in 2-K-PU systems. | Organomodified Polysiloxane | +++ | +++ | - | ++ | 0.1 - 1.0 | ✓ | ✓ |
Dispersants
| Product | Characteristics | Chemical Base | pH | Appearance | Viscosity (Brookfield RV, spindle: 1, 20 rpm) | % Solids | Water Base | Solvent Based |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGOCHEM D 1036A | It is compatible with a wide range of pigments, extenders and polymers. It is effective over a wide pH range and is heat stable. | Ammonium Polyacrylate | 5.7 – 7.3 | Liq. Yellowish | < 500 mPas | 36 | ✓ | ✓ |
| VARISURF D 1044 | It is used to improve dispersion stability and at the same time to achieve very good film properties. | Sodium polyacrylate | 6.0 – 8.0 | Liq. Dark Yellowish | 500 – 1,100 mPas | 44 | ✓ | ✓ |
| VARISURF D 5450 | It is a dispersant additive to improve the distribution of pigments, resulting in a homogeneous and finely distributed dispersion. | Sodium polyacrylate | 9.9 – 10.9 | Liq. Clear or slightly Yellowish | 50 – 200 mPas | 25 | ✓ | ✓ |
| VARISURF D 5500 | It is a dispersant to improve pigment distribution. | Sodium polyacrylate | 8.0–9.0 | Liq. slightly yellowish | 300 - 700 mPa.s | 45 | ✓ | ✓ |
| VARISURF D 5550 | It is a powder dispersant additive to improve pigment distribution in pasty systems. It is also excellent for use in dry plaster, lime or cement based mortar mixes. | Phosphate Combination | 8.0 – 9.0 (1 % at 20 °C) | White powder | - | 100 | ✓ | ✓ |
Carbonates
| Product | Ret. 325 mesh | Apparent Density (kg/L) |
|---|---|---|
| MICROCARB 325 DA | 1% | 0.8 |
| MICROCARB 5 DA | <1% | - |
| MICROCARB 3 DA | <1% | 0.65 |
| MICROCARB 2 | <1% | 2.74 |
| Micral TIXTENDER | <1% | 0.5 |
Barite
| Product | pH (% Solution) | Density (gr/cc) / Slurry Pigment | Abs. Oil (Gardner Colleman Method) / Experimental Water | Solids | 20 Microns (%) | 10 Micorns (%) | 2 Microns (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BARITA T | 8.5 / 30% | 3.83 | 9.44 / 13 | 1 | 93 | 93 | 6 |
| BARITA TX | 8.5 / 30% | 3.83 | 12.13 / 17 | 1 | 100 | 100 | 20 |
Mica
| Product | pH (% Solution) | Density (gr/cc) / Slurry Pigment | Abs. Oil (Gardner Colleman Method) / Experimental Water | Solids | 20 Microns (%) | 10 Microns (%) | 2 Microns (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MICA C10 | 8.5 | 2.79 | 30.34 / 33 | 1 | 93 | 70 | - |
Kaolin
| Product | pH | Density (gr/cc) / Slurry Pigment | Abs. Oil (Gardner Colleman Method) / Experimental Water | Solids | 20 Microns (%) | 10 Microns (%) | 2 Microns (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIAMIL KP-FL | 5.3 | 2.45 | 37.76 / 45 | - | 95 | 74 | 46 |
| SIAMIL M1-FL | 5.1 | 2.49 | 28.32 / 37 | - | 93 | 77 | 40 |
| SIAMIL SLURRY PRIME | 8 | 1.69-173 / 2.6 | 33 / 37 | 0.67 | - | - | 90 |
| SIAMIL SLURRY TR | 8 | 1.755-1.765 /2.6 | 30 / 33 | 0.71 | 89 | 80 | 62 |
| SIAMIL KWFL | 7.4-7.6 | 2.6 | 28.32 / 33 | 1 | 85 | 65 | 40 |
| SIAMIL KWFL F | 7.4 | 2.6 | 31.46 / 40 | 1 | 96 | 79 | 40 |
| SIAMIL RL-V | 2.53 | 2.53 | 30.34 / 2 | 1 | 90 | 71 | 51 |
Talc
| Product | pH | Density (gr/cc) / Slurry Pigment | Abs. Oil (Gardner Colleman Method) / Experimental Water | Solids | 20 Microns (%) | 10 Microns (%) | 2 Microns (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TALCO MN-X | 9.5 | 2.75 | 45 / 52 | 1 | 100 | 93 | 29 |
| TALCO MT X | 9.4 | 2.76 | 46.45 / 50 | 1 | 99 | 90 | 38 |
| TALCO TV X | 8.7 | 2.8 | 30.97 / 45 | 1 | 98 | 88 | 26 |
| TALCO W51 X | 9.5 | 2.74 | 40.9 / 45 | 1 | 98 | 83 | 36 |
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