Additive

TEGO® Viscoplus 3000

TEGO® Viscoplus 3000 is a pH-independent, associative thickener with Newtonian flow behavior.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Rheology control

Sustainability

Sustainable feedstocks

  • Bio-based content on delivery form: 2 wt%
  • Bio-based content on solids: 6 wt%

VOC reduction

Next generation solution

Life Cycle Assessment available

Markets

Technologies

Waterborne

Manufacturer

TEGO Viscoplus Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • APEO- and tin-free
  • applicable in a broad range of waterborne coatings
  • provides nearly Newtonian flow behavior

Technical data

active matter content
approx. 25
appearance
clear to hazy liquid
chemical description
non-ionic polyurethane solution
solvent
water

Properties

Structure viscosity
1/5
Sagging prevention
1/5
Settling prevention
2/5
Drag resistance
5/5
Spattering prevention
4/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 0.1 - 1.0 %.

Processing instructions

Addition to the coating as supplied or as a predilution is possible.

Addition to the coating also possible after production.

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging between +4 and +40 °C, the product has a shelf life of at least 24 months from the date of manufacture.