Additive

SURFYNOL® 104 Z

SURFYNOL® 104 Z is a multifunctional surfactant providing combined dynamic wetting and molecular defoaming in waterborne coatings and inks.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Substrate wetting

Sustainability

VOC reduction

Production efficiency

Life Cycle Assessment available

Markets

Technologies

Waterborne

Manufacturer

SURFYNOL Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • reduced water sensitivity
  • very good foam control
  • pigment and substrate wetting

Technical data

active matter content
50
appearance
clear liquid
chemical description
tetramethyldecynediol, gemini surfactant

Properties

Substrate wetting
4/5
Anti-crater effect
3/5
Flow promotion
3/5
Defoaming
5/5
Reduction of static surface tension
4/5
Reduction of dynamic surface tension
4/5

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.

Addition to the coating as supplied or as a predilution is possible.

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 36 months from the date of manufacture.

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 40°C and mix thoroughly before use.