Additive

SURFYNOL® AD-01

SURFYNOL® AD-01 is multi-functional gemini surfactant combining dynamic wetting and molecular defoaming. SURFYNOL® AD 01 also acts as a coalescing aid.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Substrate wetting

Sustainability

Production efficiency

VOC reduction

Markets

Technologies

High solids (solventborne)
Radiation curing systems
Solventborne
Waterborne

Manufacturer

SURFYNOL Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • excellent dynamic wetting
  • reduction of MFFT for low-VOC formulations
  • fast knock-down defoaming and outstanding foam control

Technical data

active matter content
100
appearance
clear colored liquid
chemical description
organic gemini surfactant
solvent
-

Properties

Substrate wetting
4/5
Anti-crater effect
2/5
Flow promotion
3/5
Defoaming
5/5
Reduction of static surface tension
3/5
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

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place. Mix thoroughly before use. Product is normally freeze-thaw stable but may separate as a result of standing or freezing. If the product has frozen or become thick due to storage in colder temperatures, warm to 40 °C and mix thoroughly before use.

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 60 months from the date of manufacture.

Safety Datasheets

Please use the Evonik SDS service.