Additive

SURFYNOL® 2502

SURFYNOL® 2502 is a dynamic wetting agent that provides good foam control and improved water solubility. It is suitable for waterborne coatings and inks.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Substrate wetting

Sustainability

Production efficiency

VOC reduction

Life Cycle Assessment available

Markets

Technologies

High solids (solventborne)
Radiation curing systems
Solventborne
Waterborne

Manufacturer

SURFYNOL Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • improved printability
  • no negative effect on water resistance
  • foam-free dynamic wetting with improved stability

Technical data

active matter content
100
appearance
clear colored liquid
chemical description
acetylenic alkoxylate based gemini surfactant
solvent
-

Properties

Substrate wetting
3/5
Anti-crater effect
2/5
Flow promotion
3/5
Defoaming
4/5
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

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