Dispersions, Resins and Additives

Joncryl^®

Acrylic resins and polymer emulsions for printing, packaging, coatings, and specialty applications.

BASF offers a comprehensive portfolio of Joncryl acrylic resins, polymer emulsions, and solution polymers for one-component (1K) and two-component (2K) systems. Serving markets including printing and packaging, industrial coatings, and furniture and flooring, Joncryl technologies help enable excellent adhesion, gloss, durability, print quality, chemical resistance, and long-lasting protection across a variety of substrates. From water-based inks, overprint varnishes, packaging coatings to direct-to-metal coatings and wood finishes, Joncryl products deliver proven performance and formulation versatility.

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Key features and benefits

Cure and processing profile
Weatherability
Consistent product quality
Clarity and gloss
Color strength and stability
Low VOC and low HAPS
Resistance and adhesion
FDA compliance

Applications

ACE coatings
Automotive coatings
Flexible packaging
Functional packaging
Furniture and wood coatings
Industrial coatings
Marine coatings
Overprint varnish (OPV)
Paper and paperboard

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Acrylic resins and resin solutions

Joncryl 100

A low VOC acrylic colloidal solution designed as a sole vehicle for black envelope inks.

Joncryl 143

General purpose, acrylic colloidal emulsion designed as a sole vehicle for carbon black inks. It is also recommended as a letdown vehicle for organic colors.

Joncryl 50

A 50% solids solution of Joncryl 682, an acrylic resin in water and ammonia.

Joncryl 60

34% solids, low VOC solution of Joncryl 678 in water and ammonia for good gloss, holdout, and clarity in pigment dispersions, inks, and overprint varnishes.

Joncryl 63

30% solids, low VOC solution of Joncryl 67 for high quality dispersions and printing inks.

Joncryl 646

A high molecular weight acrylic colloidal emulsion designed to minimize the cost of inks for corrugated board.

Joncryl 652-A

An emulsion of a specialty resin developed for water-based inks and overprint varnishes.

Joncryl 659-A

An acrylic colloidal emulsion for use in inks for pre-print and post-print corrugated board and kraft paper applications.

Joncryl 67

High molecular weight acrylic resin for high quality pigment dispersions. It can also be used for water-soluble pigment chips where maximum color development and transparency are essential.

Joncryl 678

General purpose, mid-range molecular weight acrylic resin for water-based inks, pigment dispersions, and overprint varnishes that promotes gloss, holdout, and resolubility.

Joncryl 680

A low molecular weight resin supplied in pellet form

Joncryl 682

Very low molecular weight acrylic resin for high solids overprint varnishes with high gloss and excellent holdout.

Joncryl 693

Cost-effective, mid-range molecular weight acrylic resin that offers superior value when used as a component in overprint varnishes or as an ink-extender resin.

Joncryl 963

A reactive diluent or flexible modifier resin for high performance automotive and industrial applications.

Joncryl 98

An RC acrylic emulsion that eliminates the common effects of blushing or whitening when subjected to hot water vapor atmospheres in overprint varnish formulations.

Rheology-controlled emulsions

Joncryl 74-A

Soft film forming acrylic emulsion that provides excellent rub, water, and grease resistance to inks, overprint varnishes, and functional packaging coatings.

Joncryl 77

Hard film forming acrylic emulsion that provides gloss, transparency, and block, rub, and water resistance to inks and overprint varnishes.

Joncryl 82

An ultra-low-VOC acrylic emulsion designed for functional packaging applications.

Joncryl 89

General purpose, non-film forming acrylic emulsion that provides gloss and clarity, block resistance, and fast drying properties to overprint varnishes.

Joncryl 537

Non-film forming acrylic emulsion that can be coalesced to form an alkali- and detergent-resistant film for inks, overprint varnishes, and functional packaging coatings.

Joncryl 540

A thermosetting, Rheology Controlled (RC) acrylic emulsion for industrial coating applications.

Joncryl 617-A

Mid-range, film forming acrylic emulsion that provides rub and water resistance in inks, overprint varnishes, and functional packaging coatings.

Joncryl 624

General purpose, soft film forming acrylic emulsion for water-based flexo and gravure inks on flexible films and foils.

Joncryl 631

Opaque acrylic emulsion that provides hiding power and enhances brightly colored inks on natural kraft substrates.

Joncryl 633

Excellent high opacity, good resolubility and water and rub resistance; versatile to use in flexographic and gravure high strength inks on a variety of paper substrates.

Joncryl 660 DPM

Hot mar and scuff resistant polymer for preprint applications.

Joncryl 1655

A sodium neutralized, non film forming acrylic emulsion developed for use in inks and overprint varnishes requiring no ammonia odor and exceptional on press stability.

Joncryl 1670

Soft film forming acrylic emulsion that provides excellent rub, water, and grease resistance in inks and overprint varnishes.

Joncryl 1685-A

Designed for excellent heat resistance in water-based overprint varnishes and inks providing excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates while also providing good block resistance.

Joncryl 2178-A

A hard film forming emulsion with excellent wet and dry block resistance that provides a high slide angle.

Joncryl 2350

Non-film forming acrylic emulsion that provides viscosity-stable printing inks with excellent gloss and holdout.

Joncryl 8383-A

A self-crosslinking acrylic emulsion designed for interior and exterior wood and concrete coatings.

Solventborne

Joncryl 500

Acrylic polyol with good hardness, stain resistance, and pigment dispersibility. Broad resin compatibility and useful as a low VOC modifier for appliance, office furniture, and general metal coatings. Recommended for high-build maintenance finishes and other polyurethane coatings.

Joncryl 507

Alternate solvent version of Joncryl 500 for non-HAPs applications.

Joncryl 551

An alternative, economical solvent.

Joncryl 587

Acrylic polyol designed for UV resistant powder coatings.

Joncryl 587-AC

A hydroxyl‑functional acrylic polyol oligomer supplied as a solvent solution, designed for conventional‑solids polyurethane and melamine‑crosslinked coating systems.

Joncryl 820

Acrylic resin for 50/50 acrylic hybrid powder coatings.

Joncryl 906-AC

An acrylic polyol designed for low-VOC urethane coating applications.

Joncryl 909

Fast cure acrylic polyol that offers early hardness development and through cure with balanced pot life. Good gloss retention, durability, and chemical resistance makes it suitable for automotive and industrial applications.

Joncryl 934

Fast cure acrylic polyol that offers lower VOC, high equivalent weight acrylic polyol for industrial two-component polyurethane applications. Recommended for industrial maintenance finishes.

Joncryl OH 8300

A rheology-controlled acrylic dispersion developed for water-based thermoset coatings on metal and glass substrates.

Joncryl OH 8312 NE

A hydroxyl-functional acrylic emulsion designed for high-performance waterborne 2K polyurethane coating systems.

Joncryl OH 8710

A hydroxyl-functional acrylic dispersion designed for waterborne two-component polyurethane coatings.

Joncryl RPD 950-AC/P

An acrylic polyol designed for solventborne 2K polyurethane coating systems.

Joncryl RPD 980-B

An acrylic polyol designed for high-solids polyurethane coating systems.

Joncryl Polyols

Designed to support a wide range of polyurethane coating needs, the Joncryl portfolio offers acrylic polyols that balance durability, application efficiency, and regulatory flexibility

Waterborne

Joncryl 95

Ultra fine particle size, colloidal dispersion for wood penetration and in-can clarity. Demonstrates minimal grain raising, excellent sandability, and sealing characteristics. For use in stains, sealers, and wood preservatives. Features high Tg/low MFFT balance.

Joncryl 537

A “workhorse” emulsion with excellent gloss, clarity, adhesion, and manufacturing ease. Suitable as a sole vehicle or alkyd modifier for a variety of general metal, wood, and plastic finishes. Modifier for acrylic and vinyl acrylic architectural paints.

Joncryl 538-A

A multi-purpose acrylic emulsion featuring acid, gasoline, and MEK resistance. Suggested for wood flat-stock primers and topcoats, can also be used as a modifier to improve hardness and solvent resistance.

Joncryl 541

Self-crosslinking Low VOC capable topcoat resin for general industrial, maintenance, and wood applications.

Joncryl 585

A rheology-controlled acrylic emulsion designed for printing inks and overprint varnishes.

Joncryl 804

A high-equivalent-weight acrylic polyol designed for liquid polyurethane and powder coating applications.

Joncryl 819

A carboxyl-functional acrylic resin designed for hybrid powder coating applications.

Joncryl 901

An acrylic polyol designed for high-solids polyurethane coating systems.

Joncryl 915

An acrylic polyol designed for high-solids polyurethane coating systems.

Joncryl 922

A fast-curing acrylic polyol developed for high-solids polyurethane coatings.

Joncryl 933

An acrylic polyol designed for low-isocyanate-demand polyurethane coatings.

Joncryl 936

A high-performance acrylic polyol designed for polyurethane coatings, especially in automotive refinish and general metal applications.

Joncryl 1532

A versatile emulsion offering excellent adhesion to a wide variety of substrates including plastics, galvanized steel, and previously painted or chalked surfaces. Can also be applied under a wide range of temperature and humidity conditions. Low VOC capability.

Joncryl 1534

Used as a universal primer with excellent resistance properties.

Joncryl 1540

A hydroxy-functional acrylic emulsion designed for thermoset coatings cured with melamines.

Joncryl 1681

A matte acrylic emulsion designed for overprint varnishes and printing inks.

Joncryl 1695

A heat-resistant acrylic emulsion developed for printing inks and overprint varnishes.

Joncryl 1907

Film forming emulsion used as a blend vehicle to impart flexibility, adhesion, and reduced solvent demand. Used for wood finishes and hardboard primers. Suitable for interior gloss brushing enamels and as a modifier to improve chalk penetration.

Joncryl 1908

A very hard, styrenated acrylic emulsion designed as a blending resin to impart hardness and excellent block resistance in waterborne wood coatings.

Joncryl 1915

A cost-effective emulsion that meets the tough property requirements of the hardboard primers market. Offers excellent adhesion, early block resistance, and high binder efficiency. Can be formulated without added solvents in many applications.

Joncryl 1916

An acrylic emulsion developed for hardboard and door-skin primer applications, offering significantly improved water resistance compared to similar block-resistant systems.

Joncryl 1919

A cost effective emulsion for use in hardboard primer and cement fiberboard markets. Offers excellent water resistance, adhesion, and early block resistance. Adhesion to aluminum. Can be formulated without added solvents in many applications.

Joncryl 1921

An acrylic emulsion engineered to provide an optimal balance between outstanding block resistance and adhesion in hardboard primer coatings.

Joncryl 1954

An acrylic emulsion designed for high-gloss, fast-drying interior wood coatings.

Joncryl 1984

Self-crosslinking emulsion with formulation stability, exhibiting UV resistance, and film hardness. Recommended for concrete and wood applications.

Joncryl 2646

A rheology-controlled acrylic emulsion developed for high-density polyethylene (HDPE) film inks.

Joncryl 2660

A rheology-controlled acrylic emulsion designed for transparent polyethylene film and foil ink applications.

Joncryl 2664

A rheology-controlled acrylic emulsion designed for high-strength printing inks.

Joncryl 2981

An one-component, self-crosslinking acrylic dispersion designed for demanding industrial and wood coating applications.

Joncryl 2990

A self-crosslinking, acrylic binder for cementitious applications.

Joncryl 9522

A one-component acrylic dispersion designed for wood coating applications where knot bleed resistance is critical.

Joncryl 9530-A

Universal self-crosslinking polymer designed for use in wood topcoats and primers characterized by its superior clarity and chemical resistance.

Joncryl 9532

Is a universal self-crosslinking acrylic dispersion for use in topcoats and primers with excellent scratch and chemical resistance.

Joncryl 9533

A universal self-crosslinking dispersion for use in topcoats and primers that offers excellent early blocking resistance and low VOC demand.

Joncryl 9534

A high-Tg acrylic dispersion designed as a blend partner for acrylic and styrene-acrylic coating systems.

Joncryl HR 1620

A rheology-controlled acrylic emulsion designed for heat-resistant printing ink and overprint varnish applications.

Joncryl HYB 6340

A solvent‑free, aliphatic polyurethane – acrylic hybrid dispersion designed for high‑quality, water‑based clear coats on wood substrates.

Joncryl U 4190

An NMP-free aliphatic polyurethane dispersion that provides an excellent balance of toughness, flexibility, and abrasion resistance.

Joncryl U 4500

A self-crosslinking aliphatic polyurethane dispersion developed for demanding wood coating applications.

Joncryl xDTM-B

A modified acrylic polyol designed for VOC-compliant direct-to-metal polyurethane coating systems.

Joncryl®

Joncryl®

Acrylic resins and polymer emulsions for printing, packaging, coatings, and specialty applications.

Key features and benefits

Applications

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Products

Acrylic resins and resin solutions

Rheology-controlled emulsions

Solventborne

Waterborne

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