Specialty Additives

product selection guide

Solutions that add real value
to your water-based systems
 Contents

4 About us

7 Product overview

8 Additives for coatings and paints

9 Additives for inks and graphic arts

10 Additives for adhesives, construction and industrial specialties

12 Complete product offering

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We take a holistic approach to improving our
clients’ competitive advantage… we offer
solutions, not just products.

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 Committed to providing
About us

unmatched performance
Air Products seeks at all times to maintain its reputation
as a leading supplier of exceptional specialty additives throughout the
world. We do this through continual investment in product development
and pace setting technology, as well as by anticipating the needs of our
customers and offering innovative solutions – sometimes even in advance
of our customers’ anticipated requirements.

Over 40 years ago, we recognized the inevitable shift from solvent

to water-based systems and helped guide formulators through
the challenges of making the transition. From a small number
of Surfynol surfactant products, we have applied our surface science
knowledge to help create what is today recognized as an exceptional
product portfolio. We continually strive to be the global supplier of choice
of specialty additives supplying, within a broad range of applications and
markets, customers who value high performance solutions.

A winning team
Additives may be able to help you solve formulating challenges –
but it’s the people behind the products that really make a difference.
For decades, our chemists have been studying the unique challenges
faced by the formulators of water-based systems. With their support,
our goal is to help you achieve your goals; to help you create successful
products. From product development to applications testing to technical
service, we can help you put it all together by teaming the best products
with an unparalleled applications development team. From ideas
to finished products, our team can help you develop products,
solve problems and grow your business.

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Offering you solutions, not just products
Air Products’ families of Surfy-nol®, Dy-nol™, EnviroGem®, ZetaSperse®
and Carbowet® additives are widely used in countless industries, including
coatings, inks, adhesives, metalworking and construction. Our continued
commitment to developing new and beneficial surfactant technology
promises to be an answer to ongoing challenges facing formulators.
We are constantly working to provide unique products and performance
solutions for a broad range of applications.

• Surfy-nol additives – a top performing range of wetting

agents, defoamers, grind aids and dispersing agents. We
started with the Surfy-nol 104 molecule and developed a
broader Surfy-nol product line…and we haven’t stopped yet!

• Dy-nol surfactants – for your most demanding applications

– we think of them as superwetters because where wetting
is concerned, they’re second to none.

• EnviroGem additives – Products specifically designed to

help our customers meet their own environmental challenges
– examples of our long-standing commitment to stay ahead
of the world’s environmental regulations.

• ZetaSperse additives – a dedicated line of pigment

dispersing additives to help with the unique challenges of
handling pigments efficiently and effectively.

• Carbowet surfactants – perfect for applications where

you need a bit more than your typical surfactant, but also
need to balance cost with performance.

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requirements and to helping our customers
develop their businesses…

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Surfactants Defoamers Pigment dispersing additives

Product overview

Wetting agents Organic-based Grind aids

Surfy-nol 104 Surfy-nol DF-37 EnviroGem 2010
Surfy-nol 104A Surfy-nol DF-70 Carbowet 100
Surfy-nol 104BC Surfy-nol DF-75 Carbowet DC01
Surfy-nol 104DPM Surfy-nol DF-220 Surfy-nol CT-221
Surfy-nol 104E Surfy-nol GA
Surfy-nol 104H
Silicone-based Surfy-nol TG
Surfy-nol 104PA Surfy-nol DF-58
Surfy-nol 104PG50 Surfy-nol DF-62 Resinated systems
Surfy-nol 104S Surfy-nol DF-66 Surfy-nol CT-131
Surfy-nol 2502 Surfy-nol DF-695 Surfy-nol CT-136
Surfy-nol 420 Surfy-nol DF-178 Surfy-nol CT-171
Surfy-nol 440 Surfy-nol CT-231
Molecular Surfy-nol CT-324
Surfy-nol 465
Surfy-nol MD-20 ZetaSperse 2100
Surfy-nol 485
Surfy-nol MD-600S
Surfy-nol 485W
Surfy-nol DF-110C/D/L Resin-free systems
Surfy-nol 500S
Surfy-nol 104 ZetaSperse 1200
Surfy-nol 61
Surfy-nol 104A ZetaSperse 1600
Surfy-nol 82
Surfy-nol 104BC ZetaSperse 2300
Surfy-nol FS-85
Surfy-nol 104DPM ZetaSperse 2500
Surfy-nol OP-340
Surfy-nol 104E ZetaSperse 3100
Surfy-nol PSA204
Surfy-nol 104H ZetaSperse 3400
Surfy-nol PSA216
Surfy-nol 104PA ZetaSperse 3700
Surfy-nol PSA336
Surfy-nol 104PG50
Surfy-nol SE
Surfy-nol 104S
Surfy-nol SE-F
Surfy-nol 500S
EnviroGem AD01
Surfy-nol PC
EnviroGem AE02
EnviroGem AD01
EnviroGem 2010
Carbowet 13-40
Carbowet 76
Carbowet 100
Carbowet 103
Carbowet 106
Carbowet 109
Carbowet 125
Carbowet 144
Carbowet DC01
Carbowet DC11
Carbowet LSF

Superwetters
Dy-nol 604
Dy-nol 607
EnviroGem 360

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dispersion (base)
Speciality Paper
maintenance
Architectural

Automotive

(colourant)
dispersion
Industrial

Pigment

Pigment
Powder
Plastic

Wood
Surfy-nol DF-178 • •
Surfy-nol DF-220 •
Surfy-nol DF-37
Defoaming

Surfy-nol DF-58 • • • • •
Additives for coatings and paints

Surfy-nol DF-62 • •
Surfy-nol DF-66 • •
Surfy-nol DF-70 •
Surfy-nol DF-75 • • • •
Surfy-nol PC •
Molecular Defoamers

Surfy-nol DF-110* • • •
Surfynol MD-20 • • • • •

EnviroGem AD01 • • • • • •
Surfy-nol 104* • • • • • •
Surfy-nol 500S •
Dy-nol 604 • • • •
Dy-nol 607 • • • •
EnviroGem 360 • • • • •
Surfy-nol 2502 • •
Surfy-nol 420 • •
Wetting

Surfy-nol 440 • • • •
Surfy-nol 465 •
Surfy-nol 485* •
Surfy-nol PSA336 •
Surfy-nol SE-F • •
Carbowet 106
Carbowet 109
Carbowet 13-40 •
Carbowet 100 • •
Grind Aids

Carbowet DC01 • •
EnviroGem 2010 • •
Surfy-nol CT-221 •
Surfy-nol CT-131 •
Pigment Dependent — see FAZT tool or contact us.

Surfy-nol CT-171 •
Surfy-nol CT-231
Dispersing

• •
Surfy-nol CT-324 • •
ZetaSperse 1200 • •
ZetaSperse 1600 •
For dispersion specific needs, refer to
ZetaSperse 2100 •
recommendations in pigment dispersion columns
ZetaSperse 2300 • •
ZetaSperse 2500 •
ZetaSperse 3100 • •
ZetaSperse 3400 •
ZetaSperse 3700 •
* This product is available in different forms • Top recommendations Secondary options
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Overprint Varnish

(resin-free)
(resinated)
dispersion

dispersion
Solutions
Fountain

Pigment

Pigment
Inks
Surfy-nol DF-58 • •
Defoaming

Surfy-nol DF-62 •
Surfy-nol DF-66 • •
Additives for inks and graphic arts

Surfy-nol DF-695 •
Surfy-nol DF-70
Surfy-nol DF-75 • • • •
Surfy-nol DF-110* • • •
Surfy-nol MD-20
Defoamers
Molecular

• •

Envirogem AD01 • • • •
Surfy-nol 104* •
EnviroGem 360 •
Dy-nol 604 •
Dy-nol 607 •
Surfy-nol 2502
Wetting

• • •
Surfy-nol 420 • •
Surfy-nol 440 • •
Surfy-nol 465 •
Surfy-nol FS-85 •
Surfy-nol OP-340 •
Surfy-nol SE-F •
EnviroGem 2010 • •
Grind

Surfy-nol CT-221 • •
Surfy-nol CT-131 • •
Surfy-nol CT-171 • •
Pigment Dependent — see FAZT tool or contact us.

Surfy-nol CT-231 • •
Surfy-nol CT-324 •
Dispersing

ZetaSperse 1200 •
For dispersion
ZetaSperse 1600 specific needs, •
ZetaSperse 2100 refer to • •
ZetaSperse 2300 recommendations •
ZetaSperse 2500 in pigment • •
dispersion columns
ZetaSperse 3100 •
ZetaSperse 3400 •
ZetaSperse 3700 •
* This product is available in different forms
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 Additives for adhesives, construction and industrial specialties

Some products are not available in all regions.

Please check with your local office.

Dry-mix Mortars
Superplastizer
Latex Dipping
Film and PSA

Construction:

Construction:

MetalWorking
Agricultural
Admixtures
Engineered

Lamination
Adhesives:

Adhesives:

Chemicals
Adhesives
Lumber1
Surfy-nol DF-220
Surfy-nol DF-37
Defoaming

•
Surfy-nol DF-58 •
Surfy-nol DF-66 •
Surfy-nol DF-75 • • •
Surfy-nol DF-110*
Molecular Defoamers

Surfy-nol MD-20 • • •
Envirogem AD01 • •
Surfy-nol 104* • • • •

Surfy-nol MD600S •
Surfy-nol 500S •
Surfy-nol 82 •
Envirogem AE02
Surfy-nol 2502 • •
Surfy-nol 420 • • •
Surfy-nol 440 • • • • •
Surfy-nol 465 • • •
Wetting

Surfy-nol 485* • • •
Surfy-nol PSA204
Surfy-nol PSA216
Surfy-nol PSA336 •
Surfy-nol SE • •
Surfy-nol SE-F • •
Dy-nol 604 • •
Dy-nol 607 •
Carbowet 100 •
Carbowet DC01 •
Carbowet LSF •
Surfy-nol TG •
Surfy-nol CT-221 •
* This product is available in different forms • Top recommendations Secondary options
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Engineered Lumber refers to plywood, oriented
strandboard and particle board

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products and solutions that offer
unmatched performance gains…

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Surfy-nol Additives
Surfy-nol 104
A nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer (100% active waxy solid).
Surfy-nol 104 surfactant is an acetylenic diol based surface active agent that
provides dynamic wetting and defoaming in waterborne coatings, inks, and
adhesives systems. Surfy-nol 104 is available in a number of solvent cuts
as well as powdered forms. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent and APE-free.
Surfy-nol 104A
A nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer (50% active solution of Surfy-nol
104 in 2-Ethylhexanol). Provides dynamic wetting and defoaming in waterborne
coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. FDA and EPA clearances, APE-free.
Surfy-nol 104BC
A nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer (50% active solution of Surfy-nol
104 in 2-Butoxyethanol). Provides dynamic wetting and defoaming in waterborne
coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. Surface tension reduction facilitates wetting
and defect reduction, improving appearance and adhesion and antifoam properties
help minimize entrained air and pinholing. FDA and EPA clearances, APE-free.
Surfy-nol 104DPM
A nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer (50% active solution of Surfy-nol
104 additive in Dipropyleneglycol Monomethylether). Provides dynamic wetting and
defoaming in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. Offers microfoam
reduction and strong wetting to improve adhesion, flow and leveling, and minimize
other defects. Does not cause water or other resistance issues common with other
surfactants. FDA and EPA clearances, APE-free.
Surfy-nol 104E
A nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer (50% active solution of
Surfy-nol 104 additive in Ethylene Glycol). Provides defect-free defoaming and
dynamic wetting benefits in waterborne coatings, inks, adhesives systems, and
agricultural chemical applications. Inhibits foam generation in processing and
application with added surface tension reduction that improves substrate wetting
and appearance. FDA and EPA clearances, APE-free.
Surfy-nol 104H
A nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer (75% active solution of
Surfy-nol 104 additive in Ethylene Glycol). Provides dynamic wetting and defoaming
in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. Provides superior wetting
and antifoaming performance without any impact on water or chemical resistance
properties. Surface tension reduction allows wetting on poorly prepared substrates.
FDA and EPA clearances, APE-free.
Surfy-nol 104PA
A nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer (50% active solution of Surfy-nol
104 additive in Isopropyl Alcohol). Provides dynamic wetting and defoaming
in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. Enhances wetting of a variety
of substrates, particularly hard-to-wet films like polyethylene, while preventing
foam. FDA and EPA clearances, APE-free.
Surfy-nol 104PG50
A nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer (50% active solution of Surfy-nol
104 in Propylene Glycol). Provides dynamic wetting and defoaming in waterborne
coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. Inhibits foam generation in processing and
application with added surface tension reduction that improves substrate wetting
and appearance. FDA and EPA clearances, APE-free.
Surfy-nol 500S
A powdered nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer. Surfy-nol 500S
surfactant is a powdered preparation that provides rapid wetting wetting of solid
particles, fillers, pigments, and fibers; fast mixing and enhanced workability
of cementious systems. FDA clearances and APE-free.
Surfy-nol 61
A volatile wetting agent (100% active liquid). Surfy-nol 61 surfactant is a
multifunctional surface active agent based on acetylenic chemistry that provides
substrate wetting in systems where surfactant residues or contamination are
undesirable, such as silicon wafer or glass cleaning. The properties of Surfy-nol 61
allow it to completely evaporate under normal use conditions in variety of aqueous
systems. Solvent and APE-free, FDA compliance.

Surfy-nol 104S Surfy-nol 82

A nonionic wetting agent and molecular defoamer (46% active additive on an A nonionic surfactant (100% active solid) Surfy-nol 82 offers excellent non-foaming
inorganic carrier). Surfy-nol 104S surfactant is a powdered preparation of Surfy-nol wetting in aqueous systems and is strongly synergistic with other surface active
104 additive that provides dynamic wetting and defoaming in waterborne coatings, agents. It can be volatized without degrading when heated to its boiling point
inks, adhesives systems, and agricultural chemical applications. FDA and EPA of 221 Celsius. EPA and FDA clearances and APE-free.
clearances, APE-free.
Surfy-nol CT-131
Surfy-nol 2502 An anionic/nonionic pigment dispersant and wetting agent (52% active solution
An alkoxylated low-foam wetting agent (100% active liquid). Surfy-nol 2502 in water). Surfy-nol CT-131 pigment dispersing additive is a proprietary formulation
surfactant is based on patented alkoxylated acetylenic diol surface active of surface active and polymeric chemistries that provides excellent milling,
chemistry. Provides ideal balance of dynamic surface tension reduction and system stabilization, and viscosity benefits in the dispersion of a wide range of organic,
compatibility with very low foam in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives inorganic, and carbon black pigment chemistries in aqueous systems. Solvent-free
systems. FDA clearances, solvent and APE-free. version of Surfy-nol CT-136 additive.

Surfy-nol 420 Surfy-nol CT-136

An ethoxylated wetting agent and molecular defoamer (100% active liquid; HLB: An anionic/nonionic pigment dispersant and wetting agent (52% active solution
4). Provides performance similar to Surfy-nol with improved handling characteristics in water and ethylene glycol). Surfy-nol CT-136 pigment dispersing additive
in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. FDA and EPA clearances, is a proprietary formulation of surface active and polymeric chemistries that
solvent, and APE-free. provides excellent milling, stabilization, and viscosity benefits in the dispersion
of a wide range of organic, inorganic, and carbon black pigment chemistries
Surfy-nol 440 in aqueous systems.
An ethoxylated low-foam wetting agent (100% active liquid; HLB: 8). Surfy-nol 440
surfactant provides low foam dynamic and equilibrium surface tension reduction Surfy-nol CT-171
with improved dispersability and ease of incorporation in waterborne coatings, inks, An anionic/nonionic pigment dispersant and wetting agent (38% active solution
and adhesives systems. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent, and APE-free. in water). Surfy-nol CT-171 pigment dispersing additive is a proprietary formulation
of surface active chemistries that provides excellent milling, stabilization,
Surfy-nol 465 compatibilization and viscosity benefits in the dispersion of a wide range of organic,
An ethoxylated low-foam wetting agent (100% active liquid; HLB: 13). Surfy-nol 465 and carbon black pigment chemistries in aqueous systems. Offers exceptional
surfactant is an ethoxylated acetylenic diol that provides low foam surface tension viscosity stability in the dispersion of metal lake pigments.
reduction with improved solubility and compatibility in waterborne coatings, inks,
and adhesives systems. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent, and APE-free. Surfy-nol CT-221
A nonionic pigment grind aid and wetting agent (70% active liquid in water).
Surfy-nol 485 Surfy-nol CT-221 surfactant is a proprietary additive designed for pigmented
An ethoxylated low-foam wetting agent (100% active liquid/semi-solid; HLB: 17). systems that provides low-foam pigment and substrate wetting. Can significantly
Provides low-foam surface tension reduction with slight emulsification properties, improve the milling process and pigment colour development when used with
improved solubility and compatibility in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives dispersants or grind resins in aqueous dispersions and other aqueous systems.
systems. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent, and APE-free. APE-free alternative to Surfy-nol CT-121 and GA additives. EPA and FDA clearances
and APE-free.
Surfy-nol 485W
An ethoxylated low-foam wetting agent (75% active solution in water; HLB: 17).
Provides low-foam surface tension reduction with slight emulsification properties
and improved solubility and compatibility in waterborne coatings, inks, and
adhesives systems. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent, and APE-free.

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Surfy-nol CT-231
An anionic/nonionic pigment dispersant and wetting agent (52% active solution
in water). Surfy-nol CT-231 pigment dispersing additive is a proprietary formulation
of surface active and polymeric chemistries that provides excellent milling,
stabilization, and viscosity benefits in the dispersion of a wide range of organic,
inorganic, and carbon black pigment chemistries in aqueous systems. APE-free
alternative to Surfy-nol CT-131 and CT-136 additives. Surfy-nol DF-695
Surfy-nol CT-324
An anionic/nonionic pigment dispersant and wetting agent (46% active solution
in water). Surfy-nol CT-324 pigment dispersing additive is a proprietary formulation
of surface active and polymeric chemistries. Provides excellent milling, stabilization, Surfynol DF-70
and viscosity benefits in the dispersion of a wide range of inorganic, and carbon
black pigment chemistries in aqueous systems.
Surfy-nol DF-110C
A nonionic, organic molecular defoamer (20% active liquid in polyethylene glycol).
Surfy-nol DF-110C defoamer is an acetylenic diol-based product that provides
defoaming and de-airentraining in aqueous systems without the side effects typical An organic defoamer (100% active liquid). Surfynol DF-75 defoamer is a proprietary
of many traditional foam control agents. Benefits include: microfoam elimination,
long-lasting foam control, defect-free foam control, and good dynamic wetting.
APE-free, HAPs free. FDA compliances.
Surfy-nol DF-110D
A nonionic, organic molecular defoamer (32% active liquid in dipropylene glycol).
Surfy-nol DF-110D defoamer is an acetylenic diol-based product that provides
defoaming and de-airentraining in aqueous systems without the side effects
typical of many traditional foam control agents. Provides microfoam elimination,
long-lasting foam control, defect-free foam control, and good dynamic wetting.
APE-free, HAPs free. FDA compliances.
Surfy-nol DF-110L Surfy-nol FS-85
A nonionic, organic molecular defoamer (20% active liquid in ethylene glycol and
dipropylene glycol). Surfy-nol DF-110L defoamer is an acetylenic diol-based product
that provides defoaming and de-airentraining in aqueous systems without the side
effects typical of many traditional foam control agents. Benefits include: microfoam
elimination, long-lasting foam control, defect-free foam control, and good dynamic
wetting. APE-free.
Surfy-nol DF-178
A formulated silicone-based defoamer and de-aerator (100% active liquid).
Surfy-nol DF178 defoamer was developed specifically for applications in
water-borne coatings and graphic arts that demand both powerful defoaming
and defect-free surfaces. Provides strong defoaming and microfoam control
and is particularly effective in spray applications. APE-free.
Surfy-nol DF-37
A nonionic, organic defoamer (100% active liquid). Surfy-nol DF-37 defoamer
is a proprietary acteylenic-based additive that provides foam control and surface
wetting in water-based formulations. FDA compliances and APE-free.
Surfy-nol DF-58
A silicone-based defoamer (100% active liquid). Surfy-nol DF-58 defoamer
is a proprietary formulation that provides strong foam control and de-aeration
performance in water-based formulations. APE-free.
Surfy-nol DF-62
A ether-modified polysiloxane defoamer (100% active liquid). Surfy-nol DF-62
defoamer is a proprietary formulation that provides excellent balance of initial
foam knockdown and sustained antifoaming over time in water-based
formulations. APE-free.
Surfy-nol DF-66
A modified polysiloxane based defoamer. Surfy-nol DF-66 defoamer is a proprietary
formulation that provides excellent balance of initial foam knockdown and
sustained antifoaming over time in water based formulations. FDA compliances
and APE-free.
A silicone emulsion defoamer (46% active liquid). Surfy-nol DF-695 defoamer is
a proprietary emulsified silicone additive. Provides initial and sustained defoaming
performance in water-based formulations. FDA compliances and APE-free.
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An organic defoamer (100% active liquid). Surfy-nol DF-70 defoamer is a
proprietary, nonsilicone defoamer that provides effective foam knockdown and
sustained efficacy in water-based formulations. Water dispersible and excellent in
acrylic and styrene-acrylic systems. FDA compliance.
Surfy-nol DF-75
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mineral oil-free, non-silicone defoamer that provides effective foam knockdown and
sustained efficacy in water-based formulations. Offers excellent letdown and grind
defoaming in architectural and industrial coatings systems. Emulsifiable in water
and excellent in acrylic systems. FDA compliances and APE-free.
Surfy-nol DF-220
An organic defoamer (100% active liquid). Surfy-nol DF-220 defoamer is a
proprietary silicone-free additive that provides rapid and sustained defoaming
in water-based printing inks, coatings and adhesives systems. Surfy-nol DF-220
defoamer is ideally suited for architectural and medium to high PVC systems.
APE-free.
An anionic/nonionic wetting agent (98% active liquid with water). Surfy-nol FS85
surfactant is a proprietary additive designed for use in lithographic fountain
solutions. Provides important wetting and emulsification properties allowing the
elimination of solvents and other undesirable additives from fountain solution
formulations. APE-free.
Surfy-nol MD-20
A nonionic, organic defoaming/de-aerating wetting agent (100% active liquid).
Surfy-nol MD-20 molecular defoamer is based on proprietary modified acetylenic
diol chemistry. Provides foam control and reduces microfoam without any of the
incompatibilities or other issues associated with silicone or mineral oil defoamers.
FDA compliances and APE-free.
Surfy-nol MD-600S
A powdered nonionic molecular defoamer designed to eliminate air entrapment in
cementitious systems. Surfy-nol MD600S is a powdered preparation that allows for
fast acting defoaming and long lasting dearation in dry mix formulations. APE-free.
Surfy-nol OP-340
An anionic/nonionic wetting agent (78% active liquid). Surfy-nol OP340 wetting
agent is a proprietary additive designed specifically for use in waterborne overprint
varnish systems. Helps eliminate surface tension related issues like poor wetting,
retraction, surface defects, or orange peel over both wet and dry lithographic inks.
FDA compliances and APE-free.
Surfy-nol PC
A molecular defoamer (40% active liquid). Surfy-nol PC defoamer is a proprietary
formulation designed specifically to provide foam control and pigment shock reduction
in paper coating formulations. Provides long lasting defoamer activity. Stable through
continued recycling of the formulation. FDA compliances and APE-free.
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 Surfy-nol PSA204
A formulated wetting agent (75% active liquid). Surfy-nol PSA204 surfactant is
based on a proprietary combination of surface active chemistries. Provides low
dynamic surface tension and substrate wetting with very low foam generation in
water-based pressure sensitive and laminating adhesives. Solvent and APE-free,
EPA and FDA clearances.
Surfy-nol PSA216
A formulated wetting agent (75% active liquid). Surfy-nol PSA216 surfactant
is based on a proprietary combination of surface active chemistries. Provides
low dynamic surface tension and substrate wetting with defoamer properties
in water-based pressure sensitive and laminating adhesive applications.
Solvent and APE-free, FDA compliances.
Surfy-nol PSA336
A formulated wetting agent (80% active solution in water). Surfy-nol PSA336
surfactant is based on a proprietary combination of surface active chemistries.
Provides very low dynamic surface tension and substrate wetting while minimizing
foam creation in water-based pressure sensitive and laminating adhesives.
Solvent and APE-free, FDA compliances.
Surfy-nol SE
A self-emulisifiable wetting agent and defoamer (80% active liquid in water).
Surfy-nol SE surfactant is a self-emulsifiable product based on acetylenic diol
chemistry. Provides similar performance to Surfy-nol 104, but improved handling
and incorporation in a wide variety of aqueous systems. FDA and EPA clearances
and APE-free.
Surfy-nol SE-F
A self-emulisifiable wetting agent and defoamer (80% active liquid in water).
Surfy-nol SE-F surfactant is a self-emulsifiable product based on acetylenic
diol chemistry. Provides similar performance to Surfy-nol SE, but with greater
FDA approvals in a wide variety of aqueous systems. FDA compliance and
APE-free.
Surfy-nol TG
A nonionic pigment grind aid and wetting agent (83% active solution in water
and ethylene glycol). Surfy-nol TG surfactant is a proprietary additive designed
for pigmented systems that provides low foam pigment and substrate wetting
and can significantly improve the milling process and pigment colour development
when used with dispersants or grind resins in aqueous dispersions and other
aqueous systems. FDA compliance.
Surfy-nol GA
A nonionic pigment grind aid and wetting agent (70% active solution in water
and ethylene glycol). Surfy-nol GA surfactant is a proprietary additive designed
for pigmented systems. Provides low foam pigment and substrate wetting.
Can significantly improve the milling process and pigment colour development
when used with dispersants or grind resins in aqueous dispersions and other
aqueous systems.
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Dy-nol Surfactants
Dy-nol 604
A high-performance, ethoxylated nonionic superwetter (100% active liquid). Dy-nol
604 surfactant is based on patented ethoxylated, acetylenic diol surface active
chemistry. Provides extremely low dynamic and equilibrium surface tension with
low foam in a variety of demanding waterborne applications. Its solvent and APE-
free organic chemistry makes it a performance alternative to silicone and fluoro-
surfactants. FDA clearances.
Dy-nol 607
A high-performance, ethoxylated nonionic superwetter (100% active liquid). Dy-nol
607 surfactant is based on patented ethoxylated, acetylenic diol surface active
chemistry. Provides extremely low dynamic and equilibrium surface tension with
low to moderate foam and improved solubility in a variety of demanding waterborne
applications. Its solvent and APE-free organic chemistry makes it a performance
alternatives to silicone and fluoro-surfactants. FDA clearances.
EnviroGem Additives
EnviroGem 2010
A nonionic pigment grind aid and wetting agent (88% active liquid in water).
EnviroGem 2010 is a multifunctional, low foaming propietary additive that provides
rapid substrate and pigment wetting and is an environmentally preferable alternative
to APE-containing surfactants. A low viscosity, easy-to-handle liquid with a pour
point of 0°C and a cloud point 70°C. Provides improved color development and
tint strength, improved freeze-thaw stability and excellent scrub resistance.
EPA and FDA clearances, solvent and APE-free.
EnviroGem 360
A high-performance nonionic superwetting and coalescing surfactant (100% active
liquid). EnviroGem 360 surfactant is based on patented technology that provides
extremely low dynamic and equilibrium surface tension reduction with low foam
and film formation/coalescing benefits. Helps enable low-VOC coatings customers
meet environmental regulations in a variety of demanding waterborne applications.
Solvent and APE-free organic chemistry makes it a performance alternative to
silicone and fluoro-surfactants. FDA clearances.
EnviroGem AD01
A nonionic wetting agent, molecular defoamer and coalescing surfactant
(100% active liquid). EnviroGem AD01 surfactant is a patented alkane diol surface
active agent that provides defoaming, dynamic wetting, and coalescing benefits
in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. Solvent and APE-free, and
FDA clearances.
EnviroGem AE02
A readily-biodegradable nonionic surfactant (100% active liquid). This product shows
excellent dynamic surface tension reduction. EnviroGem AE02 is recommended for
use in waterborne and other systems that require environmentally friendly solutions.
It is suitable for use across a broad pH range (3-9), although stability at pH
extremes may be formulation specific. Solvent and APE-free, and FDA clearances.
ZetaSperse Dispersing Additives ZetaSperse 2500
A high-performance dispersant (40% active solution in water). ZetaSperse 2500
ZetaSperse 1200 pigment dispersing additive is a tailored combination of wetting and stabilizing
A high-performance dispersant (45% active solution in water and propylene glycol). chemistries that provides excellent viscosity stability and stabilization of demanding
ZetaSperse 1200 pigment dispersing additive is a tailored combination of wetting organic pigment chemistries in waterborne coating and ink systems. ZetaSperse
and stabilizing chemistries. Provides optimized viscosity, gloss, and performance 2500 offers exceptional viscosity stability in the dispersion of metal salt pigments
for polar inorganic pigments dispersions, such as titanium dioxide and iron oxides and is an APE-free alternative to Surfy-nol CT-171 additive. Solvent and APE-free.
in waterborne coatings and inks. APE-free.
ZetaSperse 3100
ZetaSperse 1600 A high-performance dispersant (40% active solution in water). ZetaSperse 3100
A high-performance dispersant (50% active solution in water and propylene glycol). pigment dispersing additive is a tailored combination of stabilizing chemistries
ZetaSperse 1600 pigment dispersing additive is a tailored combination of wetting that provides outstanding stabilization of carbon black and inorganic pigment
and stabilizing chemistries that provides excellent colour development and small dispersions with robust letdown compatibility in waterborne coating and ink
particle stabilization optimised for organic pigment dispersions in waterborne systems. Solvent and APE-free.
coatings and inks systems. APE-free.
ZetaSperse 3400
ZetaSperse 2100 A high-performance dispersant (29% active solution in water). ZetaSperse 3400
A high-performance dispersant (100% active liquid). ZetaSperse 2100 pigment pigment dispersing additive is a tailored combination of wetting and stabilizing
dispersing additive is a tailored combination of wetting and stabilizing chemistries chemistries that provides excellent colour and viscosity stability in the dispersion
that provides optimised stabilization of acidic carbon black pigments and polar of problematic and high-performance organic pigments such as quinacridone,
inorganics like TiO2 in waterborne coatings and inks. ZetaSperse 2100 additive perylene, azo, and metal complex chemistries in waterborne coating and ink
is best used in conjunction with an anionic dispersant or grind resin. Solvent systems. Solvent and APE-free.
and APE-free.
ZetaSperse 3700
ZetaSperse 2300 A high-performance dispersant (40% active solution in water). ZetaSperse 3700
A high-performance dispersant (95% active liquid with water). ZetaSperse 2300 pigment dispersing additive is a tailored combination of wetting and stabilizing
pigment dispersing additive is a tailored combination of wetting and stabilizing chemistries that provides excellent colour and viscosity stability in the dispersion
chemistries that provides robust stabilization of most pigment and particle of problematic and high-performance organic pigments such as DPP, phthalocyanine,
chemistries in waterborne coatings and inks. Solvent and APE-free. azo and dioxazine chemistries in waterborne coating and ink systems. Solvent and
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 Carbowet Surfactants
Carbowet 100 temperature; HLB: 14.4). Carbowet 144 surfactant is a low-foaming, alkylphenol
Carbowet 100 is a blend of nonionic surfactants characterized as a multifunctional,
low-foaming, solvent-free and alkyl phenol ethoxylate-free additive for pigment
and substrate wetting. This unique proprietary blend was designed to provide rapid
substrate and pigment wetting, as well as better compatibility with associative
thickeners in architectural paint formulations and aqueous pigment dispersions.
Carbowet 103
An ethoxylated nonionic surfactant (100% active liquid; HLB: 8.9). Carbowet 103
surfactant is a proprietary formulation that provides the surface tension reduction
necessary to wet both pigment and substrate, and can enhance/stabilize color
acceptance in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. FDA and EPA
clearances, solvent and APE-free.
Carbowet 106
An ethoxylated nonionic surfactant (100% active liquid; HLB: 10.7). Carbowet
106 surfactant is a proprietary formulation designed as an APE-free replacement.
Provides performance comparable to NP-6 type and similar alkyl phenol-based
surfactants in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. Allows for the
surface tension reduction necessary to wet both pigment and substrate, and can
enhance/stabilize color acceptance. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent and APE-free.
Carbowet 109
An ethoxylated nonionic surfactant (100% active liquid; HLB: 13.1). Carbowet 109
surfactant is a proprietary formulation designed as an APE-free replacement. Provides
performance comparable to NP-9 type and similar alkyl phenol-based surfactants in
waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. Allows for the surface tension
reduction necessary to wet both pigment and substrate, and can enhance/stabilize
color acceptance. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent and APE-free.
Carbowet 125
An ethoxylated nonionic surfactant (100% active liquid; HLB: 12.5). Carbowet 125
surfactant is a low viscosity liquid that is rapidly soluble in water and provides
excellent surface tension reduction for substrate and pigment wetting in a wide
range of applications. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent and APE-free.
Carbowet 13-40
An ethoxylated nonionic surfactant (70% active liquid; HLB: 17.8). Carbowet
13-40 surfactant is an APE-free alternative to 30 - 40 mole alkyl phenol
ethoxylate-based surfactants in waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems.
Carbowet 13-40 surfactant provides substrate wetting, pigment wetting and
stabilization, and emulsification in a wide range of applications and polymer
systems. Solvent and APE-free.
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Carbowet 144
An ethoxylated nonionic surfactant (100% active liquid, waxy solid at room
ethoxylate-free additive for pigment and substrate wetting in waterborne coatings,
inks, and adhesives systems. Provides excellent surface tension reduction and
wetting characteristics, improves freeze-thaw stability of acrylic systems. Excellent
oil in water emulsifier. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent and APE-free.
Carbowet 76
An ethoxylated nonionic surfactant (100% active liquid; HLB: 7.6). Carbowet 76
surfactant multifunctional, alkylphenol ethoxylate-free additive for pigment and
substrate wetting for waterborne coatings, inks, and adhesives systems. Excellent
water in oil emulsifier. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent and APE-free.
Carbowet DC01
An ethoxylated nonionic surfactant (80% active solution in water). Carbowet DC01
surfactant is a proprietary formulation designed as an APE-free replacement.
Provides performance comparable to APE and modified APE chemistries in
architectural and other coatings systems. FDA clearances, solvent and APE-free.
Carbowet DC11
An ethoxylated nonionic surfactant (100% active liquid; HLB: 13.9). Carbowet
DC11 surfactant is is a multifunctional, alkylphenol ethoxylate-free additive
for pigment and substrate wetting. This low viscosity, easy to handle, readily
biodegradable liquid provides excellent pigment dispercancy and good foam control
in in a wide range of applications. FDA and EPA clearances, solvent and APE-free.
Carbowet LSF
A nonionic, wetting agent and dispersant (42% active solution in water and
ethylene glycol) that provides good wetting as well as good foam control to
coagulant baths for both natural and synthetic rubber dipping process and in the
preparation of latex tank compounds. It is an easy to dissolve liquid with a high
cloud point that provides excellent wetting, rapid destabilization of foam, and
reduced defects. APE-free.
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global supplier of choice of
specialty additives in a broad
range of applications and
markets which value high
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