Additive

CARBOWET® 125

CARBOWET® 125 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 12.

This product is currently not actively marketed on COATINO®. The product's data, including data sheets, may be out-of-date.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Pigment wetting & dispersing

Sustainability

VOC reduction

Next generation solution

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
hazy, whitish liquid
chemical description
alcohol ethoxylate
HLB
12.5

Recommended addition level

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

Processing instructions

Add before grinding.

Handling & storage

Keep away from direct sunlight. Overheating under air should be avoided. When vigorously mixed in the presence of air or oxygen at temperatures > 125°F (> 50°C), it can degrade product quality. Storage under an inert atmosphere is recommended. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Product is freeze-thaw stable; if it phase separates or freezes at colder temperatures, warm container to 40°C and mix thoroughly before use.

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