Dispersions, Resins and Additives
EFKA® formulation additives for non-aqueous systems
The EFKA range of additives includes highly efficient and effective dispersing agents, wetting agents and surface modifiers, defoamers and rheology modifiers for solvent-borne formulations, including eco-friendly solutions.
Applications
- ACE
- Automotive coatings
- Furniture and wood coatings
- Industrial coatings
- Marine coatings
- Printing and packaging
Defoamers
Highly efficient polymer-based and silicone-based defoamers
- EFKA PB 2001Silicone-free air-release agent for non-aqueous coatings such as epoxy, polyurethane or UPE systems.
- EFKA PB 2010Silicone-free defoamer for broad use in solvent-based systems; well suited for clear systems due to the improved compatibility when compared to EFKA PB 2020.
- EFKA PB 2020Clear, slightly yellowish liquid that accelerates defoaming in solvent-based coatings.
- EFKA PB 2021Silicone-free defoamer for 2-pack polyurethanes, acid-cure and stoving enamels.
- EFKA PB 2050Silicone-free defoamer for thin layer gel coat, UPE, casting resins and epoxies (i.e. flooring).
- EFKA PB 2720Silicone-free defoamer for unsaturated polyester, epoxy and polyurethane systems.
- EFKA PB 2744Ultra low VOC de-aerator providing excellent efficiency as well as long-term persistency and effectiveness against macro and micro-foam.
- EFKA PB 2770Silicone-free, 100% active deaerator and defoamer for UV-curable formulations, composites, gel coats, cast resins and adhesives with outstanding compatibility.
- EFKA SI 2022Silicone-based defoamer for use in polyurethane curtain coatings and stoving enamels.
- EFKA SI 2023Defoamer for polyurethane, acid-cure and NC wood finishes.
- EFKA SI 2025Silicone-based defoamer for physically drying systems and air-drying alkyds.
- EFKA SI 2035Silicone-based defoamer for physically drying systems and medium- to long-oil air-drying alkyds.
- EFKA SI 2721Defoamer for UV-curing and EBC systems with highly effective defoaming in clear and matted systems; defoaming substances in 2-ethylhexyl acrylate.
- EFKA SI 2038Silicone-based defoamer for polyurethane, acid-cure and NC wood varnishes with good compatibility.
- EFKA SI 2722Solvent-free epoxy and polyurethane systems.
- EFKA SI 2723Solvent-free epoxy and polyurethane systems, low odor, high-solid 2-pack systems and solvent-free radiation-curing systems.
- EFKA SI 2741Defoamer for solvent-based systems; effective in nitrocellulose and polyurethane-based formulations.
- EFKA SI 2008Silicone-based highly efficient air-release agent with excellent compatibility with non-aqueous coatings such as epoxy, polyurethane or UPE systems.
Dispersing agents
Dispersing agents for non-aqueous systems
- EFKA FA 4600Anti-settling agent for non-aqueous systems; provides good anti-settling properties in polar systems.
- EFKA FA 4601Anti-settling agent for non-aqueous systems; good anti-settling properties for medium-polar systems.
- EFKA FA 4608Dispersant for solvent-based decorative systems including low to polar solvent containing systems.
- EFKA FA 4609Polymeric wetting and dispersing agent with acidic groups. It shows outstanding performance in dispersing and stabilizing inorganic pigments, particularly titanium dioxide.
- EFKA FA 4611Solvent-free dispersing agent (acidic polyether) which shows excellent stabilization of inorganic pigments, in particular titanium dioxide.
- EFKA FA 4620Dispersant for wetting and dispersing solid particles (e.g. CaCO3, ATH) in unsaturated polyester resin systems.
- EFKA FA 4644Dispersing agent that reduces the interfacial tension between pigments or extenders and the vehicle.
- EFKA FA 4665Dispersing agent for polyurethane systems and stoving enamels; also for orientation of aluminum pigments in CAB automotive base coats.
- EFKA FA 4666Dispersing agent for polyurethane systems and stoving enamels with strong anti-settling effect.
- EFKA FA 4671Dispersing agent for water- and solvent-based systems with strong anti-settling effects in wash primers.
- EFKA PA 4400Dispersing agent specifically used in coil coating applications and polyester / melamine stoving enamels.
- EFKA PA 4401Dispersing agent for industrial coatings and transportation topcoats with strong viscosity depression.
- EFKA PA 4403Dispersing agent for industrial colorants (pigment pastes) in combination with grinding resins such as LAROPAL® A 81.
- EFKA PA 4404Dispersint agent specially used in coil coating applications and polyester/melamine stoving enamels with reduced residual monomer content.
- EFKA PA 4450Polymeric dispersing agent for organic and inorganic pigments in non-aqueous systems; especially designed for high-quality coatings and pigment concentrates.
- EFKA PU 4009Dispersing agent for general industrial coatings where cost-effective performance is vital.
- EFKA PU 4010High-molecular-weight dispersing agent for stabilizing inorganic pigments including carbon blacks.
- EFKA PU 4015Dispersing agent for solvent-based industrial coatings, low viscosity in high-pigmented systems.
- EFKA PU 4020Aromatic-free dispersing agent for solvent-based industrial coatings and decorative coatings and colorants.
- EFKA PU 4046Dispersing agent for general industrial coatings.
- EFKA PU 4047Dispersing agent for high quality industrial finishes, including automotive OEM and refinish.
- EFKA PU 4050Dispersing agent for high-quality industrial finishes including automotive OEM and refinish, as well as resin-containing pigment concentrates.
- EFKA PU 4061Polymeric dispersant for stabilizing inorganic and organic pigments.
- EFKA PU 4063Polymeric wetting and dispersing agent for the deflocculation of inorganic and organic pigments in high-quality solvent-based pigment pastes.
- EFKA PU 4080Strong viscosity-depressing properties in high-end applications such as automotive, OEM and coil coatings.
- EFKA PX 4300High molecular weight dispersant for solvent-based industrial coatings including medium- and long-oil alkyds.
- EFKA PX 4320Dispersant for high-quality solvent-based industrial coatings, being less polar compared to EFKA® PX 4310; demonstrates better suitability for thermoplastic acrylates.
- EFKA PX 4340Dispersant for solvent-based high-end applications, industrial, automotive systems with good performance in CAB-modified systems but also with 2-pack PUR and 2-pack epoxies.
- EFKA PX 4310Dispersant made by the controlled free radical polymerization (CFRP) technology, for defined polymer architecture and a low poly-dispersity index.
- EFKA PX 4330High-molecular-weight dispersing agent. It is made by the controlled free radical polymerization (CFRP) technology, for defined polymer architecture and a low poly-dispersity index.
- EFKA PX 4350Dispersant made by the controlled free radical polymerization (CFRP) technology, for defined polymer architecture and a low polydispersity index.
- EFKA PX 4701100% active dispersant of the acrylic block co-polymer family made by controlled free radical polymerization.
- EFKA PX 4703100% acrylic block copolymer active dispersing agent especially recommended for high-performance systems such as inkjet inks (UV-curable and solvent-based) and UV-curable flexographic inks.
- EFKA PX 4733Advanced tin-free polymeric dispersant with a core-shell structure and is suitable for use in UV-curable ink system including UV-curable flexographic, litho and screen inks.
- EFKA PX 4753Next generation high-performance dispersing agent for solvent-based automotive and industrial coatings.
Film forming agents
Conductivity aids, coalescing agents, and plasticizers for a variety of systems
- EFKA IO 6782Conductivity aid to increase the electric conductivity of a liquid or solid paint film.
- EFKA IO 6783Conductivity promoter to adjust anti-static property of coatings and resistivity in liquid formulations to prevent static charge build-up or dust attraction during and after the drying process.
- EFKA IO 6785Conductivity promoter to adjust anti-static property of coatings and resistivity in liquid formulations to prevent static charge build-up or dust attraction during and after the drying process.
- EFKA IO 6786Conductivity promoter to adjust anti-static property of coatings and resistivity in liquid formulations to prevent static charge build-up or dust attraction during and after the drying process.
- EFKA MI 6790 EDPrevents build-up of direct current potentials during electrostatic powder spray coating.
- EFKA PL 5381Standard epoxy plasticizer which is extraction-resistant to many industrial agents. The migration resistance is comparable with polymeric plasticizers.
- EFKA PL 5382Epoxy plasticizer that improves whiteness and resistance to ageing with food contact range.
Rheology modifiers
Rheology modifiers with excellent anti-settling and anti-sag properties for solvent based systems
- EFKA RM 1463Pre-activated polyamide wax thickener; excellent anti-sagging and anti-settling properties for solvent based industrial, architectural, heavy duty and marine coatings.
- EFKA RM 1469Pre-activated polyamide wax thickener; excellent anti-sagging and anti-settling properties for solvent based OEM and refinish, as well as for wood coatings; minimum effect on color and gloss.
- EFKA RM 1506Anti-settling and anti-hard caking agent for solvent based systems; hard paste type of polyethylene wax dispersed in xylene; well suited for most solvent-based systems in dipping, spraying and aerosol applications.
- EFKA RM 1900Modified hydrogenated castor oil rheology modifier that provides excellent sag resistance for non-aqueous formulations with higher temperature stability.
- EFKA RM 1920Modified hydrogenated castor oil rheology modifier that provides excellent sag resistance for non-aqueous formulations with standard thixotropy, lower activation temperature, and improved compatibility with polar systems.
- EFKA RM 1965Overbased calcium sulfonate rheology modifier that prevents settling of pigments in solvent-based coatings by developing a more shear-thinning rheological behavior; prevents formation of hard pigment sedimentation and improves corrosion resistance in alkyd systems.
Wetting agents and surface modifiers
Slip and leveling agents for versatility in water-based and non-aqueous systems
- EFKA FL 3277100% solid fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylate for improved leveling.
- EFKA FL 3670Fluoro-modified polyacrylate with good leveling and defoaming performance for use in solvent-based industrial and wood coatings.
- EFKA FL 3740 EHSilicone- and solvent-free flow and leveling agent with air-release properties for non-aqueous coatings.
- EFKA FL 3745Silicone- and solvent-free flow and leveling agent with air-release properties.
- EFKA FL 3770Fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylate for use in solvent-based industrial and wood coatings with improved leveling and defoaming performance compared to EFKA® FL 3777.
- EFKA FL 3772Fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylate; leveling and anti-cratering; can be used in both water- and solvent-based systems.
- EFKA FL 3778Acrylic polymer leveling agent with excellent combination of low foam, substrate wetting and leveling for solvent-based systems, namely coil coatings, OEM and industrial coatings.
- EFKA FL 3785Acrylic polymer based leveling agent for industrial coatings and coil coatings, 2-pack PUR, 2-pack epoxy, baking enamels.
- EFKA SL 3030Organically modified polysiloxane; improved slip and mar-resistance; very compatible.
- EFKA SL 3031Organically modified polysiloxane; solvent-based metal, wood and paper coatings including UV-cured.
- EFKA SL 3033Organically modified polysiloxane; improved surface flow; excellent compatibility in clear coats.
- EFKA SL 3035Organically modified polysiloxane; solvent- and water-based coatings, stoving enamels, unsaturated PE including UV-cured.
- EFKA SL 3200Universal silicone-based solvent-free slip and leveling agent; suitable for aqueous, solvent-based and UV formulations.
- EFKA SL 3210100% active broad spectrum flow and slip enhancer; an efficient and economic solution.
- EFKA SL 3236100% active solvent-free modified polysiloxane for solvent-based wood finishes, industrial coatings and solvent-free floor coatings.
- EFKA SL 3257Highly effective solvent-free slip additive and leveling agent for non-aqueous coatings and UV systems.
- EFKA SL 3288Polysiloxane, OH functional additive designed to improve slip, levelling, surface smoothness and ‘soft-touch’ effect in high gloss coatings.
- EFKA SL 3299100% active, OH functional, and highly effective additive for increased slip, surface smoothness, and gloss.
- EFKA SL 3883Polysiloxane-modified with unsaturated terminal groups; UV-curing systems for wood, plastic and paper coatings.