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Table of contents

Dispersing agents

4 - 21

Technical information, features and benefits

Product selector

6 - 13
14 - 21

Wetting agents and surface modifiers

22 - 31

Technical information, features and benefits

Product selector

24 - 27
28 - 31

Defoamers

32 - 45

Technical information, features and benefits

Product selector

34 - 39
40 - 45

Rheology modifiers

46 - 51

Technical information, features and benefits

Product selector

48 - 49
50 - 51

Film-forming agents

52 - 57

Technical information, features and benefits

Product selector

54 - 55
56 - 57

Glossary

58 - 61

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Formulation Additives by BASF

A broad platform of
formulation additives technologies

BASF, the worlds leading chemical company, is a premiere provider of

formulation additives for the paints and coatings industry. These unique
products help enable performance-driven products which meet the latest
and most stringent environmental regulations. Our portfolio comprises a
broad technology base of dispersing agents, wetting agents and surface
modifiers, defoamers, rheology modifiers and film-forming agents.

With global manufacturing capabilities, a strong research

and development platform, full-service regional technical
laboratories, pre-screening capabilities and a team of
knowledgeable, experienced experts, BASF can help
you make your coatings better and help your business
to be successful.

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Dispersing agents
Dispersing agents are used to wet and stabilize pigments and other
particles within paints, coatings and ink formulations. For formulators
they represent an essential component as they provide color strength,
gloss, viscosity stability and prevent sedimentation of particles.

At a glance

dispersing agents for full range of coatings and

ink formulations

highly efficient solutions for aqueous, solvent-based,

high solids or 100 % solids systems and for universal
pigment concentrates

broad technology portfolio including polymeric,

oligomeric and surfactant-based dispersing agents

award-winning Controlled Free Radical Polymerization

(CFRP) technology allows for higher efficiency and broader
compatibility which creates optimal rheology and improved
coloristics

benefits including outstanding viscosity reduction, increased

color intensity and hiding power, enhanced gloss, low VOC
and APEO-free and improved freeze-thaw stability

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Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

Solids
(%)

Amine
number

(mg KOH/g)

Acid
value

(mg KOH/g)

VOC
content
(%)

low-molecular-weight dispersing agents mainly designed for water-based systems, surfactant-like types

Dispex Ultra FA 4404

Hydropalat 3204

phosphonic acid (chelating agent)

50

< 0.1

Dispex Ultra FA 4416

Hydropalat 216

aqueous solution based on: ethoxylated fatty acids,

fatty alcohol, phosphates

75

<2

Dispex Ultra FA 4420

Efka 6220

> 99

35

22

<1

Dispex Ultra FA 4425

Efka 6225

> 99

47

46

<1

Dispex Ultra FA 4431

Efka 6230

aliphatic polyether with acidic groups

100

100

< 0.1

Dispex Ultra FA 4480

Hydropalat 1080

modified fatty alcohol ethoxylate

80

< 0.1

sulfosuccinic acid amide

35.5

27.5

fatty acid modified emulsifier (FAME)

low-molecular-weight dispersing agents mainly designed for solvent-based systems, conventional types

Efka FA 4600

Texaphor Special

Efka FA 4601

Texaphor

blend of fatty alcohol sulfates

47

~ 16

Efka FA 4620

Efka 5220

acidic polyether

> 97

290

< 2.5

Efka FA 4642

Efka 5244

> 97

20

65

< 2.5

Efka FA 4644

Efka 5044

52

16

25

48

Efka FA 4654

Efka 5054 N

carboxylic acid salts

52

51

53

48

Efka FA 4654 EM

Texaphor 987

salts of a polycarboxylic acid

50

51

51

50

Efka FA 4660

Efka 6050

fatty acid amide

52

48

Efka FA 4663

Texaphor 963

salts of a polycarboxylic acid

50

56

56

50

Efka FA 4665

Efka 5065

unsaturated carboxylic acid and esters, combined with

a compatible organically modified polysiloxane

52

120

48

Efka FA 4666

Efka 5066

unsaturated carboxylic acid

52

140

48

unsaturated polyamide and acid ester salts

All products APEO-free

Recommended
for low-VOC
systems*

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Recommended for
water-based
systems

solvent-based
systems

solvent-free
systems

Features and benefits

anionic dispersing agent; excellent liquefying effect in inorganic pigment slurry formulations

wetting and dispersing agent for aqueous formulations; suitable for organic and inorganic pigments and pigment concentrates
dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments; also suitable as co-dispersing agent with high-molecular-weight dispersing agents; will
improve compatibility and color acceptance of universal colorants in base paints
dispersing agent for universal decorative colorants for tinting systems; makes colorants with excellent compatibility and stability

dispersing agent for inorganic pigments and fillers for decorative and industrial coatings
universal, non-ionic wetting and dispersing agent; powerful alternative to APEOs; improves gloss development, color intensity and
color acceptance

anti-settling agent for non-aqueous systems; provides good anti-settling properties in polar systems

anti-settling agent for non-aqueous systems; good anti-settling properties for medium-polar systems
dispersing agent for inorganic pigments; suitable for all types of industrial and decorative coatings, especially TiO2 ;
dispersion of extenders and fillers in composite formulations (SMC+BMC)
solvent-based and solvent-free systems; also effective for gelling bentonite concentrates

solvent-based and solvent-free systems; also effective for gelling bentonite concentrates

low-polar to medium-polar systems; also for bentonite gels

oligomeric wetting and dispersing agent for medium-to non-polar solvent-based formulations; provides excellent anti-settling and
anti-floating properties
dispersing agent especially for fumed silica; well-known in composite formulations for accelerated viscosity build up after spraying

oligomeric wetting and dispersing agent for solvent-based formulations; provides excellent anti-settling and anti-floating properties

polyurethane systems and baking enamels; also for orientation of aluminum pigments

polyurethane systems and baking enamels; strong anti-settling effect

* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.

Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

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Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

Solids
(%)

Amine
number

(mg KOH/g)

Acid
value

(mg KOH/g)

VOC
content
(%)

high-molecular-weight dispersing agents

Efka FA 4670

Efka 5070

unsaturated carboxylic acid and esters, combined

with a compatible organically modified polysiloxane

52

55

48

Efka FA 4671

Efka 5071

alkylol ammonium salt of carboxylic acid

53

100

90

<1

Dispex Ultra PA 4510

Efka 4510

50

45

20

50

Dispex Ultra PA 4530

Efka 4530

50

26

35

50

Dispex Ultra PA 4550

Efka 4550

50

27

<1

Dispex Ultra PA 4560

Efka 4560

40

25

<1

Dispex Ultra PA 4570

Efka 4570

60

42

40

Dispex Ultra PA 4580

Efka 4580

40

19

<1

Dispex Ultra PA 4590

Efka 4590

40

40

< 20

Dispex Ultra PX 4275

Hydropalat 3275

37.5

< 0.5

Dispex Ultra PX 4575

40

32

50

20

< 0.1

50

110

50

modified polyacrylate polymer

copolymer

< 0.1

acrylic block copolymer made by controlled free radical polymerization (CFRP)

Dispex Ultra PX 4585

Efka 4585

Efka PA 4450

Texaphor 3250

Efka PA 4400

Efka 4400

40

42

60

Efka PA 4401

Efka 4401

50

50

50

Efka PA 4402

Efka 4402

40

22

60

carboxy-functional polymer

modified polyacrylate polymer

Efka PA 4403

Efka 4403 N

55

35

45

Efka PA 4414

Efka 7414

40

40

60

Efka PA 4477

Efka 7477

40

42

60

Efka PU 4009

Efka 4009

60

13

40

All products APEO-free

modified polyurethane polymer

Recommended
for low-VOC
systems*

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Recommended for
water-based
systems

solvent-based
systems

Features and benefits

solvent-free
systems

similar to Efka FA 4665 but with better compatibility in less polar systems
water- and solvent-based systems; strong anti-settling effects
water-based industrial coatings, solvent-based colorants
water-based industrial coatings, solvent-based colorants including NC lacquers
water-based industrial and automotive coatings, pH-independent, broad compatibility; suitable for making resin-containing and resin-free
pigment concentrates
water-based decorative and industrial coatings, pH-independent; broad compatibility; suitable for making resin-containing and resin-free
pigment concentrates
water- and solvent-based industrial coatings; can be used to formulate colorants suited for industrial water- and solvent-based systems
high-end industrial and automotive coatings; suitable for making resin-free and resin-containing pigment concentrates
water-based industrial and decorative coatings where cost-effective performance is vital; suited for making universal colorants with
good compatibility
high-performance wetting and dispersing agent; specifically designed for semi-gloss and high-gloss paint formulations and pigment
concentrates
VOC-free dispersing agent for water-based systems with benchmark performance in inorganic pigments; excellent overall performance for
organic pigments; broad compatibility towards different resin systems; designed for colorants but well suited for grinds into primers, gloss
and semi gloss-paints
high-end water-based coatings, industrial and automotive; broad compatibility with different binder systems; pH-independent;
suitable for making resin-free pigment concentrates
polymeric dispersing agent for organic and inorganic pigments in non-aqueous systems; especially designed for high-quality coatings and
pigment concentrates
specifically used in coil coating applications and polyester/melamine baking enamels
industrial coatings, transportation topcoats; excellent (viscosity depression) for industrial colorants (pigment pastes) in combination with
grinding resins such as Laropal A 81
mainly used for co-grinding of all kinds of pigment blends in solvent-based coatings as well as in gel coats
for resin-containing pigment concentrates based on alkyd resins
polyacrylate dispersing agents for energy-curable systems, dispersing agent dissolved in a vinylether monomer;
suited for UV flexo, UV screen and UV inkjet applications
polyacrylate dispersing agent in butylglycol acetate (BGA) solvent; suited for mild-solvent inkjet
general industrial coatings where cost-effective performance is vital
* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.
Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

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Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

(mg KOH/g)

Acid
value

(mg KOH/g)

VOC
content

51

12

49

50

10

50

65

35

40

19

60

Solids
(%)

Amine
number

(%)

high-molecular-weight dispersing agents (cont.)

Efka PU 4010

Efka 4010

Efka PU 4015

Efka 4015

Efka PU 4020

Efka 4020

Efka PU 4046

Efka 4046

new generation of modified

polyurethane polymer

modified polyurethane polymer

Efka PU 4047

Efka 4047

35

17

65

Efka PU 4050

Efka 4050

45

14

55

Efka PU 4055

Efka 4055

40

13

60

Efka PU 4061

Efka 4061

30

70

Efka PU 4063

Texaphor P 63

modified polyurethane polymer

45

10

55

Efka PU 4080

Efka 4080

new generation of modified

polyurethane polymer

30

70

Efka PX 4300

Efka 4300

80

56

20

Efka PX 4310

Efka 4310

50

19

50

Efka PX 4320

Efka 4320

50

28

50

Efka PX 4330

Efka 4330

70

28

30

Efka PX 4340

Efka 4340

55

45

Efka PX 4350

51

13

49

Efka PX 4700

Efka 7700

80

60

20

Efka PX 4701

Efka 7701

> 97

40

< 2.5

Efka PX 4731

Efka 7731

> 97

25

< 2.5

Efka PX 4732

Efka 7732

> 97

25

< 2.5

Efka PX 4751

51

13

49

All products APEO-free

new generation of modified

polyurethane polymer

acrylic block copolymer made

by controlled free radical
polymerization (CFRP)

Recommended
for low-VOC
systems*

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Recommended for
water-based
systems

solvent-based
systems

Features and benefits

solvent-free
systems

general industrial coatings, wood coatings for stabilization of TiO2 and matting agents
solvent-based industrial coatings, low viscosity in high-pigmented systems
aromatic-free dispersing agent for solvent-based industrial coatings and decorative coatings and colorants
general industrial coatings
high-quality industrial finishes including automotive OEM and refinish
high-quality industrial finishes including automotive OEM and refinish as well as resin-minimal pigment concentrates
general industrial coatings as well as resin-minimal pigment concentrates
high-quality industrial, automotive and refinish applications, strong viscosity-depressing properties
polymeric dispersing agent for the deflocculation of inorganic and organic pigments in high-quality solvent-based pigment pastes
strong viscosity-depressing properties
solvent-based industrial and decorative coatings including medium- and long-oil alkyds
high-quality solvent-based industrial and automotive coatings; setting new standards as a dispersing agent for resin-free pigment pastes
for coil coatings and dispersing agent for carbon blacks giving extremely high jetness
high-quality solvent-based industrial coatings, being less polar compared to Efka PX 4310; it demonstrates better suitability for
thermoplastic acrylates
solvent-based industrial and decorative coatings; excellent (broad compatibility) for industrial colorants (pigment pastes) in combination
with grinding resins such as Laropal A 81
solvent-based high-end applications, industrial and automotive systems; good performance in CAB-modified systems but also with 2-pack
PUR and 2-pack epoxy
high-quality solvent-based industrial and automotive coatings; peak performance with phthalocyanine pigments
dispersing agent for high-performance applications such as dispersion of organic pigments in inkjet formulations;
especially strong-solvent formulations
dispersing agent for high-performance pigments especially for energy-curable systems; especially for UV inkjet; also for solvent-based
applications, both mild-solvent and strong-solvent
dispersing agent for high-performance pigments especially for energy-curable systems; also for solvent-based applications both
mild-solvent and strong-solvent; peak performance in mild-solvent systems
dispersing agent for high-performance pigments especially for energy-curable systems; also for solvent-based applications both
mild-solvent and strong-solvent; peak performance in strong-solvent systems
high-quality solvent-based industrial and automotive coatings; peak performance with phthalocyanine pigments
* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.
Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

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Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

(mg KOH/g)

Acid
value

(mg KOH/g)

VOC
content

30

< 0.1

Solids
(%)

Amine
number

(%)

anionic dispersing agents based on polyacrylic acid

Dispex AA 4030

Pigment disperser A
ammonium polyacrylate polymer

Dispex AA 4040 NS

Dispex A 40 V

43

< 0.1

Dispex AA 4135 NA

Pigment disperser NL na

35

< 0.1

Dispex AA 4140 NS

Dispex N 40 V

45

< 0.3

Dispex AA 4144

Hydropalat 44

35

< 0.3

Dispex CX 4230

Hydropalat 100

28

< 2.5

40

< 2.0

25

< 0.1

40

< 0.3

40

< 0.3

> 99

< 0.1

> 99

41

< 0.2

75

<1

sodium polyacrylate polymer

ammonium polyacrylate copolymer

Dispex CX 4240

Dispex GA 40

Dispex CX 4320

Pigment disperser MD 20

Dispex CX 4325

Dispex HDN

sodium salt of carboxylic acid copolymer

sodium polyacrylate copolymer

Dispex CX 4340

Dispex G 40

Dispex CX 4910

Dispex N 100

powdered sodium polyacrylate copolymer

universal dispersing resins for resin-minimal pigment concentrates (RMPC)

Dispex Ultra PA 4501

Efka 1501
fatty-acid modified polymer

Dispex Ultra PA 4503

All products APEO-free

Efka 1503

Recommended
for low-VOC
systems*

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water-based
systems

solvent-based
systems

solvent-free
systems

Features and benefits

standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments

standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments; low polydispersity leading to most efficient dispersing properties and
liquefying effect

standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments

standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments; low polydispersity leading to most efficient dispersing properties and
liquefying effect
standard dispersing agent for inorganic fillers and pigments; low polydispersity leading to most efficient dispersing properties and
liquefying effect

medium-hydrophobic dispersing agent for interior and exterior architectural coatings; good liquefying effect

for inorganic pigments and extenders; more hydrophobic than Dispex AA 4040

excellent dispersing performance, improves gloss, improves wet-scrub resistance, improves blocking resistance, excellent
ZnO- compatibility

for inorganic pigments and extenders; improves gloss, reduces haze

for inorganic pigments and extenders; more hydrophobic than Dispex AA 4140

powder product with excellent properties; can be used in dry preparations

modified polyester for water and solvent based RMPC, liquid resin for low-VOC pigment concentrates

self-emulsifying polyester for water-based decorative pigment concentrates; also improves colorant acceptance in solvent- based alkyd
systems

* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.

Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

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Product selector
Water-based coatings

low-molecular-weight dispersing agents mainly designed for water-based systems, surfactant-like types
Dispex Ultra FA 4404

Hydropalat 3204

phosphonic acid
(chelating agent)

Dispex Ultra FA 4416

Hydropalat 216

aqueous solution based on:

ethoxylated fatty acids, fatty
alcohol, phosphates

Dispex Ultra FA 4420

Efka 6220
fatty acid modified
emulsifier (FAME)

Dispex Ultra FA 4425

Efka 6225

Dispex Ultra FA 4431

Efka 6230

Dispex Ultra FA 4480

Hydropalat 1080

aliphatic polyether with

acidic groups
modified fatty alcohol
ethoxylate

low-molecular-weight dispersing agents mainly designed for solvent-based systems, conventional types
Efka FA 4600

Texaphor Special

Efka FA 4601

Texaphor

blend of fatty
alcohol sulfates

Efka FA 4620

Efka 5220

acidic polyether

Efka FA 4642

Efka 5244

sulfosuccinic acid amide

unsaturated polyamide
and acid ester salts
Efka FA 4644

Efka 5044

Efka FA 4654

Efka 5054 N

carboxylic acid salts

Efka FA 4654 EM

Texaphor 987

salts of a
polycarboxylic acid

Efka FA 4660

Efka 6050

Efka FA 4663

Texaphor 963

Efka FA 4665

Efka 5065

unsaturated carboxylic acid

and esters, combined with
a compatible organically
modified polysiloxane

Efka FA 4666

Efka 5066

unsaturated carboxylic acid

fatty acid amide

salts of a
polycarboxylic acid

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints
and stains

Description

gloss

Old product name

silk / semi-gloss

Product name

matt / interior

architectural
high PVC paints

14

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

100 % systems

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

industrial and automotive

UV-curable

powder coating

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Water-based coatings

low-molecular-weight dispersing agents mainly designed for solvent-based systems, conventional types (cont.)

Efka FA 4670

Efka 5070

unsaturated carboxylic acid

and esters, combined with
a compatible organically
modified polysiloxane

Efka FA 4671

Efka 5071

alkylol ammonium salt of

carboxylic acid

high-molecular-weight dispersing agents

Dispex Ultra PA 4510

Efka 4510

Dispex Ultra PA 4530

Efka 4530

Dispex Ultra PA 4550

Efka 4550

Dispex Ultra PA 4560

Efka 4560

Dispex Ultra PA 4570

Efka 4570

Dispex Ultra PA 4580

Efka 4580

Dispex Ultra PA 4590

Efka 4590

Dispex Ultra PX 4275

Hydropalat 3275

Dispex Ultra PX 4575

Dispex Ultra PX 4585

Efka 4585

Efka PA 4450

Texaphor 3250

Efka PA 4400

Efka 4400

Efka PA 4401

Efka 4401

Efka PA 4402

Efka 4402

Efka PA 4403

Efka 4403 N

Efka PA 4414

Efka 7414

Efka PA 4477

Efka 7477

Efka PU 4009

Efka 4009

modified polyacrylate
polymer

copolymer
acrylic block copolymer
made by controlled free
radical polymerization
(CFRP)
carboxy-functional polymer

modified polyacrylate
polymer

modified polyurethane
polymer

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints
and stains

Description

gloss

Old product name

silk / semi-gloss

Product name

matt / interior

architectural
high PVC paints

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

100 % systems

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

industrial and automotive

UV-curable

powder coating

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Water-based coatings

high-molecular-weight dispersing agents (cont.)

Efka PU 4010

Efka 4010

Efka PU 4015

Efka 4015

Efka PU 4020

Efka 4020

Efka PU 4046

Efka 4046

Efka PU 4047

Efka 4047

Efka PU 4050

Efka 4050

Efka PU 4055

Efka 4055

Efka PU 4061

Efka 4061

Efka PU 4063

Texaphor P 63

Efka PU 4080

Efka 4080

Efka PX 4300

Efka 4300

Efka PX 4310

Efka 4310

Efka PX 4320

Efka 4320

Efka PX 4330

Efka 4330

Efka PX 4340

Efka 4340

Efka PX 4350

Efka PX 4700

Efka 7700

Efka PX 4701

Efka 7701

Efka PX 4731

Efka 7731

Efka PX 4732

Efka 7732

Efka PX 4751

new generation of
modified polyurethane
polymer

modified polyurethane
polymer

new generation of modified

polyurethane polymer

modified polyurethane
polymer
new generation of modified
polyurethane polymer

acrylic block copolymer

made by controlled free
radical polymerization
(CFRP)

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints
and stains

Description

gloss

Old product name

silk / semi-gloss

Product name

matt / interior

architectural
high PVC paints

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

100 % systems

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

industrial and automotive

UV-curable

powder coating

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Water-based coatings

anionic dispersing agents based on polyacrylic acid

Dispex AA 4030

Pigment disperser A
ammonium polyacrylate
polymer

Dispex AA 4040 NS

Dispex A 40 V

Dispex AA 4135 NA

Pigment disperser NL na

Dispex AA 4140 NS

Dispex N 40 V

Dispex AA 4144

Hydropalat 44

Dispex CX 4230

Hydropalat 100

sodium polyacrylate
polymer

ammonium polyacrylate
copolymer
Dispex CX 4240

Dispex GA 40

Dispex CX 4320

salt of carboxylic
Pigment disperser MD 20 sodium
acid copolymer

Dispex CX 4325

Dispex HDN
sodium polyacrylate
copolymer

Dispex CX 4340

Dispex G 40

Dispex CX 4910

Dispex N 100

powdered sodium
polyacrylate copolymer

universal dispersing resins for resin-minimal pigment concentrates (RMPC)

Dispex Ultra FA 4501

Efka 1501
fatty-acid
modified polymer

Dispex Ultra PA 4503

Efka 1503

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints
and stains

Description

gloss

Old product name

silk / semi-gloss

Product name

matt / interior

architectural
high PVC paints

20

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

100 % systems

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

industrial and automotive

UV-curable

powder coating

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Wetting agents and

surface modifiers
Wetting agents and surface modifiers provide a formulation with adequate
wetting properties, enhance different component compatibility and/or
improve the appearance of a coating surface. Within this product group,
BASF offers wetting agents, flow and leveling agents, and slip agents.

At a glance

wetting, flow and leveling, and slip agents for aqueous and
non-aqueous coatings

broad technology portfolio including polymeric,

oligomeric and surfactant-based products

slip agents with very good recoatability and

wetting properties

polymeric flow and leveling agents providing excellent

intercoat adhesion

benefits including high efficiency for dosage reduction

and universal suitability

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Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

Solids
(%)

VOC
content

polymer based surfactant

~80

< 1.0

> 99.5

< 0.5

100

< 0.1

100

< 0.1

(%)

substrate wetting agent

Hydropalat WE 3111

Hydropalat WE 3120

Hydropalat 120

Hydropalat WE 3135

Pluronic L 35

Hydropalat WE 3136

Pluronic L 62

Hydropalat WE 3155

Pluriol WS 55 M

100

< 0.1

Hydropalat WE 3167

Pluronic L44 INH

100

< 0.1

Hydropalat WE 3240

Hydropalat 140

48

52

Hydropalat WE 3311

Pluracoat CF 11

100

< 0.1

Hydropalat WE 3317

Pluronic 17R4

100

< 0.1

Hydropalat WE 3320

Pluracoat CF 20

~90

< 0.1

Hydropalat WE 3322

Starfactant 20

> 99

<1

Hydropalat WE 3323

Starfactant 30

> 99

<1

Hydropalat WE 3475

Hydropalat 875

sulfosuccinates

75

~6

fluorinated polyacrylates

> 97

< 2.5

alkoxylated surfactants

silicone surfactant

alkoxylated surfactants

polymer based surfactant

flow and leveling agents

Efka FL 3277

Efka 3277 N

Efka FL 3337

Efka 3037

Efka FL 3670

Irgaflow 110

Efka FL 3740

Perenol F 40

Efka FL 3745

Perenol F 45

solvents

fluorinated polyacrylates

> 95

70

30

> 95

< 0.5

> 96

< 0.5

copolyacrylates

All products APEO-free

Recommended
for low-VOC
systems*

water-based
systems

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Features and benefits

solvent-free
systems

alkyl phenol free, proprietary, non ionic ethoxylate aliphatic alcohol

low-foaming wetting agent for aqueous formulations; excellent reduction of dynamic surface tension

a difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. It is nonionic and 100% active.

a difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. It is nonionic and 100% active.

a water-soluble polyalkylene glycol that is 100% active.

difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. A nonionic surfactants that is 100% active and relatively non toxic.

high performance silicone-based wetting agent; strong reduction of static surface tension; excellent compatibility
nonvolatile, non-ionic surfactant, which is used in waterborne coatings as a wetting and dispersing agent for enhanced color development/
acceptance and improved substrated wetting.
difunctional block copolymer surfactant terminating in primary hydroxyl groups. A nonionic surfactants that is 100% active and relatively non toxic.
nonvolatile, non-ionic surfactant, which is used in waterborne coatings as a wetting and dispersing agent for enhanced color development/
acceptance and improved substrated wetting.
anti-foaming, wetting and leveling agent

anti-foaming, wetting and leveling agent - hydrophobic

highly efficient sulfosuccinate wetting agent; strong reduction of dynamic surface tension; standard product used in overprint varnishes

fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylate; solvent-free version of Efka FL 3777

solvent blend of high-boiling aromatics, ketones and esters; flow agent, prevents surface defects, cob-webbing, streaking, chilling,
shortens setting time
fluoro-modified polyacrylate; solvent-based industrial and wood coatings; higher leveling and anti-crater efficiency than Efka FL 3770; improved
levelling and defoaming performance compared to Efka FL 3600
silicone and solvent-free flow and leveling agent with air-release properties for non-aqueous coatings

silicone and solvent-free flow and leveling agent with air-release properties

* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.

Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

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Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

(%)

VOC
content

50

50

60

40

Solids

(%)

flow and leveling agents (cont.)

Efka FL 3770

Irgaflow 100

Efka FL 3772

Efka 3772 N

Efka FL 3777

Efka 3777 N

70

30

Efka FL 3778

Efka 3778

70

30

50

50

60

<10

fluorinated polyacrylates

copolyacrylates
Efka FL 3785

Efka 3785

Hydropalat WE 3370

Efka 3570 N

fluorinated polyacrylates

slip and leveling agents

Efka SL 3030

Efka 3030

52

48

Efka SL 3031

Efka 3031

52

48

Efka SL 3033

Efka 3033

15

85

Efka SL 3035

Efka 3035

52

48

Efka SL 3210

Efka 7310

> 99

<1

Efka SL 3236

Efka 3236

> 99

<1

Efka SL 3257

Perenol S 57

> 95

< 0.5

Efka SL 3288

Efka 3288

> 99

<1

Efka SL 3299

Efka 3299

modified polysiloxanes

> 99

<1

Efka SL 3883

Efka 3883

reactive polysiloxanes

70

30

modified polysiloxanes

All products APEO-free

Recommended
for low-VOC
systems*

water-based
systems

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solvent-free
systems

Features and benefits

fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylate; solvent-based industrial and wood coatings; improved leveling and defoaming performance compared
to Efka FL 3777

fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylate; leveling and anti-cratering; can be used in both water and solvent-based systems

fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylate; solvent-based systems, coil coatings, OEM and industrial coatings; excellent combination of low foam,
substrate wetting and leveling

acrylic polymer; coil coating, solvent-based and solvent-free systems

acrylic polymer; leveling agent for industrial coatings, coil coatings, 2-pack PUR, 2-pack epoxy; baking enamels

fluorocarbon-modified polyacrylate; in water-based systems, excellent substrate wetting, leveling and anti-cratering

organically modified polysiloxane; improved slip and mar-resistance, very compatible

organically modified polysiloxane; solvent-based metal, wood and paper coatings including UV-cured

organically modified polysiloxane; improved surface flow, excellent compatibility in clear coats

organically modified polysiloxane; solvent- and water-based coatings, baking enamels, unsaturated PE including UV-cured

broad spectrum and efficient flow and slip enhancer; economic solutions

solvent-free modified polysiloxane; solvent-based wood finishes, industrial coatings and solvent-free floor coatings

highly effective solvent-free slip additive and leveling agent for non-aqueous coatings and UV systems

organically modified polysiloxane; strong slip and surface smoothness effect for high-gloss industrial coatings

organically modified polysiloxane; strong slip and surface smoothness effect for high-gloss industrial coatings

polysiloxane-modified with unsaturated terminal groups; UV-curing systems for wood, plastic and paper coatings

* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.

Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

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Product selector
Water-based coatings

substrate wetting agent

Hydropalat WE 3111

Hydropalat WE 3120

Hydropalat 120

Hydropalat WE 3135

Pluronic L 35

Hydropalat WE 3136

Pluronic L 62

Hydropalat WE 3155

Pluriol WS 55 M

Hydropalat WE 3167

Pluronic L44 INH

Hydropalat WE 3240

Hydropalat 140

Hydropalat WE 3311

Pluracoat CF 11

Hydropalat WE 3317

Pluronic 17R4

Hydropalat WE 3320

Pluracoat CF 20

Hydropalat WE 3322

Starfactant 20

Hydropalat WE 3323

Starfactant 30

Hydropalat WE 3475

Hydropalat 875

polymer based surfactant

alkoxylated surfactants

silicone surfactant

alkoxylated surfactants

polymer based surfactant

sulfosuccinates

flow and leveling agents

Efka FL 3277

Efka 3277 N

Efka FL 3337

Efka 3037

Efka FL 3670

Irgaflow 110

Efka FL 3740

Perenol F 40

Efka FL 3745

Perenol F 45

fluorinated polyacrylates
solvents
fluorinated polyacrylates

copolyacrylates

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints
and stains

Description

high gloss

Old product name

satin / semi-gloss

Product name

matt / interior

architectural
high PVC paints

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

100 % systems

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

UV-curable

industrial and automotive

powder coating

emulsion
polymerization/
latex handing

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Product selector
Water-based coatings

flow and leveling agents (cont.)

Efka FL 3770

Irgaflow 100

Efka FL 3772

Efka 3772 N

Efka FL 3777

Efka 3777 N

Efka FL 3778

Efka 3778

Efka FL 3785

Efka 3785

Hydropalat WE 3370

Efka 3570 N

fluorinated polyacrylates

copolyacrylates

fluorinated polyacrylates

slip and leveling agents

Efka SL 3030

Efka 3030

Efka SL 3031

Efka 3031

Efka SL 3033

Efka 3033

Efka SL 3035

Efka 3035

Efka SL 3210

Efka 7310

Efka SL 3236

Efka 3236

Efka SL 3257

Perenol S 57

Efka SL 3288

Efka 3288

Efka SL 3299

Efka 3299

Efka SL 3883

Efka 3883

modified polysiloxanes

reactive polysiloxanes

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints
and stains

Description

high gloss

Old product name

satin / semi-gloss

Product name

matt / interior

architectural
high PVC paints

30

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

100 % systems

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

UV-curable

industrial and automotive

powder coating

emulsion
polymerization/
latex handing

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Defoamers
Defoamers suppress and destroy foam and its negative effects prior to and
during application of a coating. By removing or inhibiting air bubbles they
are important process aids throughout the paint production as well as the
application process. Paint manufacturers benefit from foam-free production
processes by reaching their desired results much quicker and do not have
to worry about additional negative side effects, for example inaccurate
filling of containers due to entrapped air. During application the build up of
foam has to be prevented to ensure an optimum paint surface without any
remaining bubbles or other surface defects.

At a glance

broad selection of defoamer technologies including

products based on mineral oils or native oils as well as
specialty-emulsion defoamers, organo-silicone-based and
silicone-free products and star-polymer defoamers

focus on establishing a perfect balance between excellent

foam suppression, high compatibility, long-term efficiency,
easy handling and environmental compliance in form of
VOC-free, low VOC and low odor solutions

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Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

Solids
(%)

Incorporation

VOC
content
(%)

defoamers designed to be used in water-based systems

grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down
grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down
grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down
grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down
grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down

Foamaster MO 2107

Foamaster G

> 98

Foamaster MO 2111 NC

Foamaster 111

> 91

Foamaster MO 2133

Foamaster SA-3

> 98

Foamaster MO 2140

Foamaster PL

> 98

Foamaster MO 2152

Foamaster RD

> 97

Foamaster MO 2170

Foamaster S 124 L

100

at any stage of the

production process

< 0.1

Foamaster MO 2172

Foamaster AP

> 95

grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down

at any stage of the

production process

mineral oil-based defoamers

2
9
2
2
3

Foamaster MO 2175

Foamaster 75

> 98

Foamaster MO 2184

Foamaster V

> 88

Foamaster MO 2185

Foamaster VF

> 94

Foamaster MO 2190

Foamaster WBA

> 93

Foamaster MO 2192

Foamaster VL

> 96

Foamaster MO NDW NC

Foamaster NDW US

> 78

at any stage of the

production process

22

Foamaster MO NXZ NC

Foamaster NXZ

> 88

at any stage of the

production process

12

Foamaster WO 2323

Foamaster 223

100

grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down

< 0.1

FoamStar ED 2522

Dehydran SE 2

~ 20

at any stage of the

production process

< 0.1

FoamStar ED 2523

~ 27

grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down

< 0.1

white-oil-based defoamers

emulsion defoamers

grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down
grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down
grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down
grinding stage /
let-down stage
let-down

12
6
7
4

FoamStar ED 2526

Efka 2526

~ 80

before or after
processing

<1

FoamStar ED 2527

Efka 2527

~ 80

before or after
processing

<1

FoamStar PB 2922

Dehydran 1922

100

mixtures in
powder form

< 0.1

powder defoamers
FoamStar PB 2942

Foamaster PD 1 PWD

> 90

mixtures in
powder form

10

FoamStar SI 2210 NC

Dehydran 1620

> 99

at any stage of the

production process

FoamStar SI 2213

Dehydran 1513

100

at any stage of the

production process

< 0.1

FoamStar SI 2220

Dehydran 2620

100

at any stage of the

production process

<0.1

All products APEO-free

modified
polydimethylsiloxane-based
defoamers

Recommended
for low-VOC
systems*

water-based
systems

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Features and benefits

solvent-free
systems

suitable for low surfactant containing systems

broad-spectrum highly compatible defoamer specifically designed for water-based paints excellent efficiency in systems with coarse ingredients
cost effective with broad spectrum use - effective in low-VOC paints
effective in paints using associative thickeners
high persistency , broad compatibility, effective in low-VOC paints
very effectivedefoamerforaqueousemulsion-basedpaintsaswellasformonomerstripping
especially effective in high gloss paints
good persistency, non-settling, non-separating
very effective in printing inks and polyvinyl alcohol
high compatibility, potency, and color acceptance: good post add
excellent for adhesives
more potent version of Foamaster MO 2185, good performance in stains
general purpose, very broad spectrum
general purpose, very broad spectrum, improved dispersability over Foamaster MO NDW NC
effectivedefoamerspecificallydesignedforemulsionpaints
high-performance, ultra low VOC silicone emulsion defoamer for premium water-based paints, clear coats and inks; excellent storage stability;
extremely low VOC content
ultra low VOC, emulsion defoamer for medium to high PVC architectural coatings
water-based coatings, strong defoamer for both mill base and let-down; shows good effects in alkyd emulsions
water-based industrial coatings
emission-free powder defoamer, good compatibility and high efficiency in gypsum-based systems; imparts good flow properties
powder defoamer for mortars, putties, paste fillers, tile adhesives and self-leveling flooring systems
100 %-active-content defoamer for non-pigmented and low-pigmented aqueous coatings, printing inks, adhesives and UV-curable systems;
provides a strong spontaneous defoaming effect; outstanding long-term defoaming persistency
very compatible defoamer for clear and low-pigmented paints and coatings and for aqueous flexo inks; highly effective with excellent compatibility
easy incorporation, one of the best for low/zero VOC paints, flat thru gloss
* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.
Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

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Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

Incorporation

VOC
content

> 99

grinding stage /
final production

<1

> 99

at any stage of the

production process

<1

Solids
(%)

(%)

Recommended
for low-VOC
systems*

defoamers designed to be used in water-based systems (cont.)

FoamStar SI 2250

Efka 2550

FoamStar SI 2280

Efka 2580

FoamStar SI 2292

Dehydran 1293

> 10

at any stage of the

production process

90

FoamStar ST 2400

FoamStar I-300

> 98

grinding stage /
let-down

FoamStar ST 2410

FoamStar A 10

> 98

grinding stage /
let-down

FoamStar ST 2412

FoamStar A 12

> 98

grinding stage /
let-down

FoamStar ST 2420

FoamStar EF 20

> 99

grinding stage /
let-down

<0.5

FoamStar ST 2422

FoamStar EF 22

> 99

grinding stage /
let-down

< 0.5

FoamStar ST 2434

FoamStar A 34

> 98

grinding stage /
let-down

FoamStar ST 2436

FoamStar A 36

> 98

grinding stage /
let-down

FoamStar ST 2438

FoamStar A 38

> 98

grinding stage /
let-down

FoamStar ST 2439

FoamStar A 39

> 98

grinding stage /
let-down

FoamStar ST 2445

FoamStar A 45

>99

grinding stage /
let-down

FoamStar ST 2446

FoamStar A 46

> 98

at any stage of the

production process

modified
polydimethylsiloxane-based
defoamers

star polymer-based
defoamers

defoamers designed to be used in non-aqueous systems

Efka PB 2001 NC

Perenol E 1

26

before or after
processing

74

N/A

Efka PB 2010

Efka 2010

before or after
processing

~80

N/A

Efka PB 2018

Efka 2018 N

before or after
processing

>95

N/A

Efka PB 2020

Efka 2020

before or after
processing

~80

N/A

Efka PB 2021

Efka 2021 N

end of processing

>90

N/A

Efka PB 2050

Efka 2050

prior to processing

~70

N/A

Efka PB 2720

Efka 2720

before or after
processing

~60

N/A

All products APEO-free

solvent-based solution of
defoaming substances
silicone-free

water-based
systems

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Features and benefits

solvent-free
systems

water-based coatings and pigment concentrates where high-shear processing or application exists; most effective in the range
water-based acrylic, low-PVC and baking systems, water-based pigment concentrates; defoamer with good compatibility and good defoaming
highly compatible silicone-based defoamer solution for high gloss paints and varnishes based on acrylics and polyurethane dispersions; minimized risk
of cratering
low use level, excellent persistence, good choice for PVA
low use level, excellent persistence, good choice for PVA
low use level, excellent persistence, good choice for acrylics
low use level, excellent persistence, good choice for PVA
low use level, excellent persistence, good choice for acrylics
easy incorporation, post addable, semi gloss and gloss coatngs
Mainly for post addition, more potent than FoamStar ST 2434
silicone-based, for high quality paints, excellent persistency and foam knockdown
more potent version of FoamStar ST 2438
top performance in low/zero VOC coatings and tints, good problem solving defoamer
top performance in low/zero VOC coatings and tints, good problem solving defoamer, better flow and leveling properties

silicone-free air-release agent for non-aqueous coatings such as epoxy, polyurethane or UPE systems
silicone-free defoamer for broad use in solvent-based systems, well suited for clear systems due to the improved compatibility
polyurethane, acid-cure and NC wood finishes
acid-cured and NC-curtain coating systems, UPE and gelcoats, silicone-free
2-pk polyurethane, acid-cure and baking enamels
thin layer gel coat, UPE, casting resins and epoxies (i.e. flooring)
UPE, epoxy and polyurethane systems

* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.

Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

N/A: Not Applicable

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Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

Solids
(%)

Incorporation

VOC
content
(%)

Recommended
for low-VOC
systems*

defoamers designed to be used in non-aqueous systems (cont.)

Efka SI 2008

Perenol E 8

before or after
processing

99

N/A

Efka SI 2022

Efka 2022

before or after
processing

> 90

N/A

Efka SI 2023

Efka 2023 N

before or after
processing

> 90

N/A

Efka SI 2025

Efka 2025

before or after
processing

> 95

N/A

Efka SI 2028

Efka 2028 N

before or after
processing

> 95

N/A

Efka SI 2035

Efka 2035

final production

> 95

N/A

Efka SI 2038

Efka 2038 N

final production

> 95

N/A

Efka SI 2721

Efka 2721

at any stage of the

production process

> 95

N/A

Efka SI 2722

Efka 2722

before or after
processing

> 70

N/A

Efka SI 2723

Efka 2723

prior to processing

< 25

N/A

Efka SI 2741

Efka 7241

before addition of pigments / fillers

> 90

N/A

All products APEO-free

solvent-based solution of
defoaming substances with
modified silicone compounds

water-based
systems

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Recommended for
solvent-based
systems

Features and benefits

solvent-free
systems

silicone-based highly efficient air-release agent with excellent compatibility with non-aqueous coatings such as epoxy, polyurethane or UPE systems

polyurethane curtain coatings and baking enamels

polyurethane, acid-cure and NC wood finishes

physically drying systems and air-drying alkyds

polyurethane, acid-cure systems, NC wood finishes and baking enamels

physically drying systems and medium- to long-oil air-drying alkyds

polyurethane, acid-cure and NC wood varnishes, good compatibility

UV-curing and EBC systems; highly effective defoaming in clear and matted systems; defoaming substances in 2-ethylhexyl acrylate

solvent-free epoxy and polyurethane systems

solvent-free epoxy and polyurethane systems, low odor, high-solid 2-pack systems and solvent-free radiation-curing systems

defoamer for solvent-based systems, effective in nitrocellulose and polyurethane-based formulations

* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.

Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

N/A: Not Applicable

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Defoamers
Product selector
Water-based coatings

defoamers designed to be used in water-based systems

Foamaster MO 2107

Foamaster G

Foamaster MO 2111 NC

Foamaster 111

Foamaster MO 2133

Foamaster SA-3

Foamaster MO 2140

Foamaster PL

Foamaster MO 2152

Foamaster RD

Foamaster MO 2170

Foamaster S 124 L

Foamaster MO 2172

Foamaster AP

Foamaster MO 2175

Foamaster 75

Foamaster MO 2184

Foamaster V

Foamaster MO 2185

Foamaster VF

Foamaster MO 2190

Foamaster WBA

Foamaster MO 2192

Foamaster VL

Foamaster MO NDW NC

Foamaster NDW US

Foamaster MO NXZ NC

Foamaster NXZ

Foamaster WO 2323

Foamaster 223

FoamStar ED 2522

Dehydran SE 2

FoamStar ED 2523

FoamStar ED 2526

Efka 2526

FoamStar ED 2527

Efka 2527

FoamStar PB 2922

Dehydran 1922

FoamStar PB 2942

Foamaster PD 1 PWD

FoamStar SI 2210 NC

Dehydran 1620

FoamStar SI 2213

Dehydran 1513

FoamStar SI 2220

Dehydran 2620

mineral oil-based
defoamers

white-oil-based
defoamers

emulsion
defoamers

powder defoamers

modified
polydimethylsiloxanebased defoamers

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints
and stains

Description

high gloss

Old product name

satin / semi-gloss

Product name

matt / interior

architectural
high PVC paints

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

100 % systems

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

UV-curable

industrial and automotive

powder coating

emulsion
polymerization/
latex handing

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Defoamers
Product selector
Water-based coatings

defoamers designed to be used in water-based systems (cont.)

FoamStar SI 2250

Efka 2550

FoamStar SI 2280

Efka 2580

FoamStar SI 2292

Dehydran 1293

FoamStar ST 2400

FoamStar I-300

FoamStar ST 2410

FoamStar A 10

FoamStar ST 2412

FoamStar A 12

FoamStar ST 2420

FoamStar EF 20

FoamStar ST 2422

FoamStar EF 22

FoamStar ST 2434

FoamStar A 34

FoamStar ST 2436

FoamStar A 36

FoamStar ST 2438

FoamStar A 38

FoamStar ST 2439

FoamStar A 39

FoamStar ST 2445

FoamStar A 45

FoamStar ST 2446

FoamStar A 46

modified
polydimethylsiloxanebased defoamers

star polymer-based
defoamers

defoamers designed to be used in non-aqueous systems

Efka PB 2001 NC

Perenol E 1

Efka PB 2010

Efka 2010

Efka PB 2018

Efka 2018 N

Efka PB 2020

Efka 2020

Efka PB 2021

Efka 2021 N

Efka PB 2050

Efka 2050

Efka PB 2720

Efka 2720

solvent-based solution of
defoaming substances
silicone-free

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints
and stains

Description

high gloss

Old product name

satin / semi-gloss

Product name

matt / interior

architectural
high PVC paints

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

100 % systems

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

UV-curable

industrial and automotive

powder coating

emulsion
polymerization/
latex handing

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Defoamers
Product selector
Water-based coatings

defoamers designed to be used in non-aqueous systems (cont.)

Efka SI 2008

Perenol E 8

Efka SI 2022

Efka 2022

Efka SI 2023

Efka 2023 N

Efka SI 2025

Efka 2025

Efka SI 2028

Efka 2028 N

Efka SI 2035

Efka 2035

Efka SI 2038

Efka 2038 N

Efka SI 2721

Efka 2721

Efka SI 2722

Efka 2722

Efka SI 2723

Efka 2723

Efka SI 2741

Efka 7241

solvent-based solution of
defoaming substances
with modified silicone
compounds

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints
and stains

Description

high gloss

Old product name

satin / semi-gloss

Product name

matt / interior

architectural
high PVC paints

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

100 % systems

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

UV-curable

industrial and automotive

powder coating

emulsion
polymerization/
latex handing

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Rheology modifiers
Rheology modifiers enable formulators to adjust the flow behavior of
paints. That way, painters benefit from improved viscosity and application
characteristics. For example, rheology modifiers from BASF reduce
dripping and spattering of paint during roller or brush application.
Sag resistance of a paint is improved by a rapid but controlled viscosity
increase after application. During transport and storage of the paint,
the rheology modifiers prevent sedimentation of the pigments within
a formulation.

At a glance

broad portfolio of synthetic rheology modifiers, including

non-ionic associative (HEUR/HMPE), anionic associative
(HASE) and non-associative thickener (ASE) technologies

focus on water-based systems with highly efficient products

that provide additional functionality like wetting properties
and health or environmental aspects (free of VOC, odor,
APEO and heavy metals)

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Rheology modifiers
Technical information, features and benefits

(mPa.s)

VOC
content
(%)

Recommended
for low-VOC
paints*

100

powder

< 0.1

N/A

100

powder

< 0.1

N/A

Latekoll D NA

25

~ 17

< 0.1

Rheovis AS 1130 NS

Viscalex HV 30

30

~5

<1

Rheovis AS 1135

Viscalex LO 30

30

~5

<1

Rheovis AS 1188

Viscalex AT 88

60

~ 1.3

<1

Rheovis AS 1237

Viscalex VM

30

~5

<1

Rheovis AS 1337

Viscalex VG 2

30

~ 40

<1

Rheovis AS 1420

Collacral VAL

30

~ 2200

<1

Rheovis AS 1910

Viscalex HV100

>98

<1

Rheovis AS 1920

Viscalex HV 200

>98

<1

Rheovis HS 1152

Rheovis 152

40

~5

<1

Rheovis HS 1162

Rheovis 162

35

~5

<1

Rheovis HS 1212

Rheovis 112

40

~5

< 0.5

Rheovis HS 1332

Rheovis 132

40

~5

<1

Rheovis PE 1320 NC

DSX 2000

40

~ 1,600

20

Rheovis PE 1331

DSX 3121

21

~ 2,300

< 0.1

Rheovis PE 1332

DSX 3220

20

~ 1,100

< 0.1

Rheovis PU 1191

DSX 3291

30

~ 2,800

<1

Rheovis PU 1214 NC

DSX 1514

40

~ 3,500

20

Rheovis PU 1215

DSX 3515

30

~ 2,800

<1

Rheovis PU 1250

DSX 1550

40

~ 3,500

20

Rheovis PU 1251

DSX 3551

30

~ 2,800

<1

Rheovis PU 1291

DSX 3801

45

~ 3,000

<1

Product name

Old product name

Description

Solids

Efka RM 1900

Rilanit HT Extra

modified hydrogenated castor oil

Efka RM 1920

Rilanit Special Micro

hydrogenated castor oil

Rheovis AS 1125 NA

non-associative thickener:
anionic polyacrylate
copolymer (ASE)

associative thickener:
anionic polyacrylate copolymer,
hydrophobically modified (HASE)

associative thickener:
hydrophobically modified
polyether (HMPE)

associative thickener:
hydrophobically modified
ethoxylated urethane (HEUR)

(%)

All products APEO-free except Rheovis PU 1214, Rheovis PU 1215, Rheovis PU 1250 and Rheovis PU 1251

Viscosity

Tin-free

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Recommended for
water-based
systems

solvent-based
systems

Features and benefits

solvent-free
systems

provides excellent sag resistance for non-aqueous formulations; higher temperature stability
provides excellent sag resistance for non-aqueous formulations; standard thixotropy
non-associative pure acrylic thickener; alkali-swellable emulsion (ASE); low-shear thickener; highly shear thinning;
anti-sagging; high yield point; lower water uptake
non-associative pure acrylic thickener; highly efficient low-shear thickener; high shear thinning, anti-sagging and anti-settling; used
in pigment and filler slurries but also highly successful in industrial and automotive formulations for spray applications
low odor version of Rheovis AS 1130
non-associative pure acrylic thickener; highly efficient low-shear thickener; for adhesive and mastics
used in pigment and filler slurries but also highly successful in industrial and automotive formulations for spray applications
non-associative pure acrylic thickener; mid-shear thickener, provide a Newtonian rheology profile, allows good leveling
non-associative pure acrylic thickener; most Newtonian product in the Viscalex range
can be used as protective colloid, works at a pH of 5
highly effective rheological control thickener for systems which are supplied as "dry systems"
highly effective rheological control thickener for systems which are supplied as "dry systems"
acrylic thickener with associative thickening; low-shear thickener; for paints and plasters; anti-sagging, prolongs open time
acrylic thickener with associative thickening; thixotropic flow behavior; low water uptake; no impact on wet adhesion even after long
water contact
acrylic thickener with associative thickening; mid-shear thickener; improves flow; excellent efficiency; all around product which can
be used in most paint systems all around product which can be used in most paints systems
acrylic thickener with associative thickening; high-shear thickener; Newtonian flow behavior; improved leveling; increases coating
build up, layer thickness increases coating build-up / layer thickness
excellent high-shear thickener; imparts excellent flow
excellent high-shear thickener; imparts excellent flow
excellent high-shear thickener; imparts excellent flow
next-generation strong low-shear thickener with excellent performance and easy handling; strong pseudoplasticity
mid-shear thickener; nearly Newtonian; excellent balance of high- and low-shear viscosity build
mid-shear thickener; medium pseudoplastic
mid-shear thickener; medium pseudoplastic; provides excellent orientation of effect pigments
mid-shear thickener; slightly pseudoplastic
next-generation VOC-free mid-shear rheology modifier with excellent ICI thickening and easy handling

* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.

Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

N/A: Not Applicable

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Rheology modifiers
Product selector
Water-based coatings

hydrogenated castor oil

Rheovis AS 1125 NA

Latekoll D na

Rheovis AS 1130 NS

Viscalex HV 30

Rheovis AS 1135

Viscalex LO 30

Rheovis AS 1188

Viscalex AT 88

Rheovis AS 1237

Viscalex VM

Rheovis AS 1337

Viscalex VG 2

Rheovis AS 1420

Collacral VAL

Rheovis AS 1910

Viscalex HV100

Rheovis AS 1920

Viscalex HV 200

Rheovis HS 1152

Rheovis 152

Rheovis HS 1162

Rheovis 162

Rheovis HS 1212

Rheovis 112

Rheovis HS 1332

Rheovis 132

Rheovis PE 1320 NC

DSX 2000

Rheovis PE 1331

DSX 3121

Rheovis PE 1332

DSX 3220

Rheovis PU 1191

DSX 3291

Rheovis PU 1214 NC

DSX 1514

Rheovis PU 1215

DSX 3515

Rheovis PU 1250

DSX 1550

Rheovis PU 1251

DSX 3551

Rheovis PU 1291

DSX 3801

non-associative thickener:
anionic polyacrylate
copolymer (ASE)

associative thickener:
anionic polyacrylate
copolymer, hydrophobically
modified (HASE)

associative thickener:
hydrophobically modified
polyether (HMPE)

associative thickener:
hydrophobically modified
ethoxylated urethane
(HEUR)

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

Rilanit Special Micro

alkyd emulsions

Efka RM 1920

low-VOC

modified hydrogenated
castor oil

colorants

Rilanit HT Extra

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

Efka RM 1900

wood paints and

stains

Description

high gloss

Old product name

satin/semi-gloss

Product name

matt/interior

architectural
high PVC paints

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

100 % systems

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

industrial and automotive

UV-curable

powder coating

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Film-forming agents
Film-forming agents are used to support the film-forming process of a
paint or coating. Within this product group, BASF offers coalescing agents,
open-time extenders and plasticizers.

At a glance

high-performance coalescents and plasticizers with

focus on low VOC

complete range of open-time extenders based on

renewable raw materials

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Film-forming agents
Technical information, features and benefits

Product name

Old product name

Description

Solids
(%)

(mPa.s)

VOC
content

Viscosity

(%)

Recommended
for low-VOC
paints*

Iodine number
(gl/100g)

coalescents

Loxanol CA 5086

Pluracoat CA 100

> 97

~ 60

<3

Loxanol CA 5087

Pluracoat CA 110

> 99

~ 60

<1

non-ionic surfactant
Loxanol CA 5120

Pluracoat CA 120

> 98

~ 80

<2

Loxanol CA 5130

Pluracoat CA 130

> 97

~ 80

<3

Loxanol CA 5310

Loxanol EFC 100

> 98

~ 30

<2

> 98

~ 50

<2

propylene glycol monoester of

predominantly C-19 fatty acids
Loxanol CA 5320

Loxanol EFC 200

epoxidized

Efka PL 5381

Dehysol D 81

100

< 0.1

2.5

> 98

<2

1.25

soybean oil, epoxidized

Efka PL 5382

Dehysol D 82

miscellaneous

Loxanol MI 6627

Alcophor 827

zinc salt of an organic

nitrogen compound

> 99

powder

< 0.1

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Oxirane content
(%)

Recommended for
water-based
systems

solvent-based
systems

Features and benefits

solvent-free
systems

high performance, zero VOC, coalescing agent for water-borne applications

high performance, zero VOC, coalescing agent for water-borne applications

high performance, zero VOC, coalescing agent for water-borne applications

high performance, zero VOC, coalescing agent for water-borne applications

excellent balance of coalescent properties

similar to Loxanol CA 5310 with lower color and cost

6.65

standard epoxy plasticizer, good stabilizing effect, resists extraction

6.7

epoxy plasticizer for the paint industry

highly efficient corrosion inhibitor in combination with zinc phosphate

* Recommended for low-VOC paints and coatings if VOC content < 1 %.

Measurements done according to the ISO 11890-2 analytical method defined in the European Paints Directive 2004/42/EC.
For products with a VOC level above 15 % the value is based on calculation according to recipe.

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Product selector
Water-based coatings

film-forming agents

Loxanol CA 5086

Pluracoat CA 100

Loxanol CA 5087

Pluracoat CA 110
non-ionic surfactant

Loxanol CA 5120

Pluracoat CA 120

Loxanol CA 5130

Pluracoat CA 130

Loxanol CA 5310

Loxanol EFC 100

Loxanol CA 5320

Loxanol EFC 200

propylene glycol
monoester of
predominantly C-19
fatty acids

epoxidized

Efka PL 5381

Dehysol D 81
soybean oil, epoxidized

Efka PL 5382

Dehysol D 82

miscellaneous

Loxanol MI 6627

Alcophor 827

zinc salt of an organic

nitrogen compound

The data in the product selector table is a first recommendation. Suitability of a product should always be checked in the actual paint or ink.

PU emulsions

alkyd emulsions

low-VOC

colorants

exterior and elastic

paints, plasters

wood paints and

stains

Description

high gloss

Old product name

satin/semi-gloss

Product name

matt/interior

architectural
high PVC paints

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coil coatings

baking enamels

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

PVC/vinyl

100 % systems

polyacrylic/
polyurethane

high-solids

alkyd, medium oil

alkyd, long oil

NC

unsaturated
polyester

2-pk epoxy/
2-pk PUR

industrial and automotive

UV-curable

powder coating

2-pk epoxy

2-pk PUR

baking coating/
enamels

styrene acrylic/
acrylic emulsions

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Glossary
Formulation Additives by BASF
Dispex Ultra FA 4431

A
Alcophor 827

54, 56

6, 14

Dispex Ultra PA 4501

12, 20

Dispex Ultra PA 4503

12, 20

Dispex Ultra PA 4510

8, 16

Dispex Ultra PA 4530

8, 16

Dispex Ultra PA 4550

8, 16

Dispex Ultra PA 4560

8, 16

Dispex Ultra PA 4570

8, 16

Dispex Ultra PA 4580

8, 16

Dispex Ultra PA 4590

8, 16

Dispex Ultra PX 4275

8, 16

Dispex Ultra PX 4575

8, 16

Collacral VAL

48, 50

6, 14

Dispex Ultra FA 4480

Dispex Ultra PX 4585

8, 16

DSX 1514

48, 50

Dehydran 1293

36, 42

DSX 1550

48, 50

Dehydran 1513

34, 40

DSX 2000

48, 50

Dehydran 1620

34, 40

DSX 3121

48, 50

Dehydran 1922

34, 40

DSX 3220

48, 50

Dehydran 2293

36, 42

DSX 3291

48, 50

Dehydran 2620

34, 40

DSX 3515

48, 50

Dehydran SE 2

34, 40

DSX 3551

48, 50

Dehysol D 81

54, 56

DSX 3801

48, 50

Dehysol D 82

54, 56

Dispex A 40 V

12, 20

Dispex AA 4030

12, 20

Dispex AA 4040 NS

12, 20

Dispex AA 4135 NA

12, 20

Efka 1501

12, 20

Dispex AA 4140 NS

12, 20

Efka 1503

12, 20

Dispex AA 4144

12, 20

Efka 2010

36, 42

Dispex CX 4230

12, 20

Efka 2018 N

36, 42

Dispex CX 4240

12, 20

Efka 2020

36, 42

Dispex CX 4320

12, 20

Efka 2021 N

36, 42

Dispex CX 4325

12, 20

Efka 2022

38, 44

Dispex CX 4340

12, 20

Efka 2023 N

38, 44

Dispex CX 4910

12, 20

Efka 2025

38, 44

Dispex G 40

12, 20

Efka 2028 N

38, 44

Dispex GA 40

12, 20

Efka 2035

38, 44

Dispex HDN

12, 20

Efka 2038 N

38, 44

Dispex N 100

12, 20

Efka 2050

36, 42

12, 20

Efka 2526

34, 40

Dispex Ultra FA 4404

6, 14

Efka 2527

34, 40

Dispex Ultra FA 4416

6, 14

Efka 2550

36, 42

Dispex Ultra FA 4420

6, 14

Efka 2580

36, 42

Dispex Ultra FA 4425

6, 14

Efka 2720

36, 42

Dispex N 40 V

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Efka 2721

38, 44

Efka FA 4600

6, 14

Efka PA 4402

8, 16

Efka 2722

38, 44

Efka 5044

6, 14

Efka PA 4403

8, 16

Efka 2723

38, 44

Efka 5054 N

6, 14

Efka PA 4414

8, 16

Efka 3030

26, 30

Efka 5065

6, 14

Efka PA 4450

8, 16

Efka 3031

26, 30

Efka 5066

6, 14

Efka PA 4477

Efka 3033

26, 30

Efka 5070

8, 16

Efka PB 2001 NC

36, 42

Efka 3035

26, 30

Efka 5071

8, 16

Efka PB 2010

36, 42

Efka 3037

24, 28

Efka 5220

6, 14

Efka PB 2018

36, 42

Efka 3236

26, 30

Efka 5244

6, 14

Efka PB 2020

36, 42

Efka 3239

26, 30

Efka 6050

6, 14

Efka PB 2021

36, 42

Efka 3277 N

24, 28

Efka 6220

6, 14

Efka PB 2050

36, 42

Efka 3288

26, 30

Efka 6225

6, 14

Efka PB 2720

36, 42

Efka 3570 N

26, 30

Efka 6230

6, 14

Efka PL 5381

54, 56

Efka 3772 N

26, 30

Efka 7241

38, 44

Efka PL 5382

54, 56

Efka 3777 N

26, 30

Efka 7310

26, 30

Efka PU 4009

8, 16

Efka 3778

26, 30

Efka 7414

8, 16

Efka PU 4010

10, 18

Efka 3785

26, 30

Efka 7477

8, 16

Efka PU 4015

10, 18

Efka 3883

26, 30

Efka 7700

10, 18

Efka PU 4020

10, 18

Efka 4009

8, 16

Efka 7701

10, 18

Efka PU 4046

10, 18

Efka 4010

10, 18

Efka 7731

10, 18

Efka PU 4047

10, 18

Efka 4015

10, 18

Efka 7732

10, 18

Efka PU 4050

10, 18

Efka 4020

10, 18

Efka FA 4601

6, 14

Efka PU 4055

10, 18

Efka 4046

10, 18

Efka FA 4620

6, 14

Efka PU 4061

10, 18

Efka 4047

10, 18

Efka FA 4642

6, 14

Efka PU 4063

10, 18

Efka 4050

10, 18

Efka FA 4644

6, 14

Efka PU 4080

10, 18

Efka 4055

10, 18

Efka FA 4654

6, 14

Efka PX 4300

10, 18

Efka 4061

10, 18

Efka FA 4654 EM

6, 14

Efka PX 4310

10, 18

Efka 4080

10, 18

Efka FA 4660

6, 14

Efka PX 4320

10, 18

Efka 4300

10, 18

Efka FA 4663

6, 14

Efka PX 4330

10, 18

Efka 4310

10, 18

Efka FA 4665

6, 14

Efka PX 4340

10, 18

Efka 4320

10, 18

Efka FA 4666

6, 14

Efka PX 4350

10, 18

Efka 4330

10, 18

Efka FA 4670

8, 16

Efka PX 4700

10, 18

Efka 4340

10, 18

Efka FA 4671

8, 16

Efka PX 4701

10, 18

8, 16

Efka 4400

8, 16

Efka FL 3277

24, 28

Efka PX 4731

10, 18

Efka 4401

8, 16

Efka FL 3337

24, 28

Efka PX 4732

10, 18

Efka 4402

8, 16

Efka FL 3670

24, 28

Efka PX 4751

10, 18

Efka 4403 N

8, 16

Efka FL 3740

24, 28

Efka RM 1900

48, 50

Efka 4510

8, 16

Efka FL 3745

24, 28

Efka RM 1920

48, 50

Efka 4530

8, 16

Efka FL 3770

26, 30

Efka SI 2008

38, 44

Efka 4550

8, 16

Efka FL 3772

26, 30

Efka SI 2022

38, 44

Efka 4560

8, 16

Efka FL 3777

26, 30

Efka SI 2023

38, 44

Efka 4570

8, 16

Efka FL 3778

26, 30

Efka SI 2025

38, 44

Efka 4580

8, 16

Efka FL 3785

26, 30

Efka SI 2028

38, 44

Efka 4585

8, 16

Efka PA 4400

8, 16

Efka SI 2035

38, 44

Efka 4590

8, 16

Efka PA 4401

8, 16

Efka SI 2038

38, 44

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H

Efka SI 2721

38, 44

Foamaster S 124 L

34, 40

Efka SI 2722

38, 44

Foamaster SA-3

34, 40

Efka SI 2723

38, 44

Foamaster V

34, 40

Hydropalat 44

12, 20

Efka SI 2741

38, 44

Foamaster VF

34, 40

Hydropalat 100

12, 20

Efka SL 3030

26, 30

Foamaster VL

34, 40

Hydropalat 120

24, 28

Efka SL 3031

26, 30

Foamaster WBA

34, 40

Hydropalat 140

6, 14

Efka SL 3033

26, 30

Foamaster WO 2323

34, 40

Hydropalat 216

6, 14

Efka SL 3035

26, 30

FoamStar A 10

36, 42

Hydropalat 875

24, 28

Efka SL 3210

26, 30

FoamStar A 12

36, 42

Hydropalat 3204

6, 14

Efka SL 3236

26, 30

FoamStar A 34

36, 42

Hydropalat 3275

8, 16

Efka SL 3257

26, 30

FoamStar A 36

36, 42

Hydropalat 1080

Efka SL 3288

26, 30

FoamStar A 38

36, 42

Hydropalat WE 3111

26, 28

Efka SL 3299

26, 30

FoamStar A 39

36, 42

Hydropalat WE 3120

24, 28

Efka SL 3883

26, 30

FoamStar A 45

36, 42

Hydropalat WE 3135

24, 28

Efka SL 3886

26, 30

FoamStar A 46

36, 42

Hydropalat WE 3136

24, 28

Efka SL 3888

26, 30

FoamStar ED 2522

34, 40

Hydropalat WE 3155

24, 28

FoamStar ED 2523

34, 40

Hydropalat WE 3167

24, 28

FoamStar ED 2526

34, 40

Hydropalat WE 3240

24, 28

FoamStar ED 2527

34, 40

Hydropalat WE 3311

24, 28

FoamStar EF 20

36, 42

Hydropalat WE 3317

24, 28

FoamStar EF 22

36, 42

Hydropalat WE 3320

24, 28

6, 14

Foamaster 75

34, 40

FoamStar I-300

36, 42

Hydropalat WE 3322

24, 28

Foamaster 223

34, 40

FoamStar PB 2922

34, 40

Hydropalat WE 3323

24, 28

Foamaster AP

34, 40

FoamStar PB 2942

34, 40

Hydropalat WE 3370

26, 30

Foamaster G

34, 40

FoamStar SI 2210 NC

34, 40

Hydropalat WE 3475

24, 28

Foamaster MO 2107

34, 40

FoamStar SI 2213

34, 40

Foamaster MO 2111 NC

34, 40

FoamStar SI 2220

34, 40

Foamaster MO 2133

34, 40

FoamStar SI 2250

36, 42

Foamaster MO 2140

34, 40

FoamStar SI 2280

36, 42

Foamaster MO 2152

34, 40

FoamStar SI 2292

36, 42

Irgaflow 100

26, 30

Foamaster MO 2170

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2400

36, 42

Irgaflow 110

24, 28

Foamaster MO 2172

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2410

36, 42

Foamaster MO 2175

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2412

36, 42

Foamaster MO 2184

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2420

36, 42

Foamaster MO 2185

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2422

36, 42

Foamaster MO 2190

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2434

36, 42

Latekoll D

Foamaster MO 2192

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2436

36, 42

Latekoll D NA

48, 50

Foamaster MO NDW NC

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2438

36, 42

Loxanol CA 5086

54, 56

Foamaster MO NXZ NC

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2439

36, 42

Loxanol CA 5087

54, 56

Foamaster NDW US

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2445

36, 42

Loxanol CA 5120

54, 56

Foamaster NXZ

34, 40

FoamStar ST 2446

36, 42

Loxanol CA 5130

54, 56
54, 56

L
48, 50

Foamaster PD 1 PWD

34, 40

Loxanol CA 5310

Foamaster PL

34, 40

Loxanol CA 5320

54, 56

Foamaster RD

34, 40

Loxanol EFC 100

54, 56

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Loxanol EFC 200

54, 56

Rheovis HS 1162

48, 50

Loxanol MI 6627

54, 56

Rheovis HS 1212

48, 50

Rheovis HS 1332

48, 50

Rheovis PE 1320 NC

48, 50

Rheovis PE 1331

48, 50

Rheovis PE 1332

48, 50

P
Perenol E 1

36, 42

Rheovis PU 1191

48, 50

Perenol E 8

38, 44

Rheovis PU 1214 NC

48, 50

Perenol F 40

24, 28

Rheovis PU 1215

48, 50

Perenol F 45

24, 28

Rheovis PU 1250

48, 50

Perenol S 57

26, 30

Rheovis PU 1251

48, 50

Pigment disperser A

12, 20

Rheovis PU 1291

48, 50

Pigment disperser MD 20

12, 20

Rilanit HT Extra

48, 50

Pigment disperser NL na

12, 20

Rilanit Special Micro

48, 50

Pluracoat CA 100

54, 56

Pluracoat CA 110

54, 56

Pluracoat CA 120

54, 56

Pluracoat CA 130

54, 56

Pluracoat CF 11

24, 28

Starfactant 20

24, 28

Pluracoat CF 20

24, 28

Starfactant 30

24, 28

Pluracoat Perfoma WA 110

24, 28

Pluriol WS 55 M

24, 28

Pluronic 17R4

24, 28

Pluronic L 35

24, 28

Pluronic L44 INH

24, 28

Texaphor

6, 14

Pluronic L 62

24, 28

Texaphor 963

6, 14

Texaphor 987

6, 14

Texaphor 3250

8, 16

Texaphor P 63

10, 18

Texaphor Special

6, 14

Rheovis 112

48, 50

Rheovis 132

48, 50

Rheovis 152

48, 50

Rheovis 162

48, 50

Rheovis AS 1125 NA

48, 50

Viscalex AT 88

48, 50

Rheovis AS 1130 NS

48, 50

Viscalex HV 30

48, 50

Rheovis AS 1135

48, 50

Viscalex HV 100

48, 50

Rheovis AS 1188

48, 50

Viscalex HV 200

48, 50

Rheovis AS 1237

48, 50

Viscalex LO 30

48, 50

Rheovis AS 1337

48, 50

Viscalex VG 2

48, 50

Rheovis AS 1420

48, 50

Viscalex VM

48, 50

Rheovis AS 1910

48, 50

Rheovis AS 1920

48, 50

Rheovis HS 1152

48, 50

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