Additive

TEGO® Foamex 2

TEGO® Foamex 2 is a cost-effective emulsion defoamer based on hydrocarbon compounds combining good defoaming and compatibility for water-based paints. TEGO® Foamex 2 is silicone-free and silica-free.

Bottle representation of TEGO® Foamex 2
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Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Defoamer & deaerator

Sustainability

Sustainable feedstocks

  • Bio-based content on delivery form: 10 wt%
  • Bio-based content on solids: 67 wt%
  • Biobased carbon on total organic carbon content (ASTM D6866): 64 %

VOC reduction

Next generation solution

Markets

Technologies

Waterborne

Manufacturer

TEGO Foamex Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • good initial defoaming performances combined with long term stability
  • outstanding compatibility
  • easy incorporation

Technical data

active matter content
15
appearance
white liquid
chemical description
aqueous emulsion of oils and polymers
solvent
water

Properties

Brush application/roller application
5/5
Airless spraying
2/5
Compressed air spraying
2/5
Flexo/gravure printing
0/5
Dip coating, flow coating, curtain coating
0/5
Flooring
0/5

Recommended addition level

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

Processing instructions

Can be introduced in the grind and let-down stage.

Mix before use under low shear forces.

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging between +4 and +40°C, the product has a shelf life of 12 months from the date of manufacture.