Additive

CARBOWET® 144

CARBOWET® 106 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 15.

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 The product's data, including data sheets, may be out-of-date.

Bottle representation of CARBOWET® 144
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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
white to pale yellow, waxy solid or hazy liquid
chemical description
alcohol ethoxylate
HLB
14.4

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 60°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.