Additive

CARBOWET® 138

CARBOWET® 138 is a non-ionic wetting additive that provides additional dispersing properties. Wets all kinds of pigments. Was designed as alternative to APEs with a HLB-value around 14.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Pigment wetting & dispersing

Sustainability

VOC reduction

Next generation solution

Contains no biocide

Biodegradable

Markets

Technologies

Waterborne

Manufacturer

CARBOWET Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • 100% active and low viscous liquid
  • cost efficient
  • fast pigment and substrate wetting

Technical data

active matter content
100 %
appearance
clear, pale yellow liquid
chemical description
alcohol ethoxylate
HLB
13.8

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 1.0 - 3.0 %.

Processing instructions

Add before grinding.

Handling & storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place. Product may separate upon standing. Mix before use. If frozen, warm product to 40°C and mix before use.

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacture.