Coatings, Inks & Construction

RHOBARR™ 320 is an aqueous polyolefin dispersion.Benefits:Provides hot and cold liquid water barrier properties which are needed for cup stockIt also combines medium barrier against oil and grease with excellent heat sealabilityIt can be formulated with rheology modifiers, waxes, pigments and other componentsForms a liquid-resistant coating upon proper drying and film formationTypical Applications:Designed for use in formulations targeted for paper barrier coating applications. It is also suitable for typical food packaging applications.

ACRYSOL™ RM-825 is a nonionic hydrophobically modified ethylene oxide urethane (HEUR) rheology modifier suitable for water-based latex coating applications.Benefits:It is an APEO-freeShows an excellent balance between flow and high-shear viscosityProvides resistance to microbial attack with excellent water, alkali, and spatter resistanceOffers good film build with enhanced hiding properties during brush and roller applicationDelivers broad latex compatibility and low-viscosity liquid to facilitate ease of use in manufacturingAlso provides easy handling and incorporationIt is supplied at 25% solids content with butyl carbitol as the co-solventSupports a wide range of sheen levels, including high-gloss paintsListed on TSCA, TCSI, NZIoC, EINECS, PICCS, KECI, ENCS, IECSC, DSL and AIICTypical Applications:Designed for industrial baking enamels, general industrial finishes, exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS), architectural, interior and exterior coating applications. It is also used in paper finishing and art conservation applications.

PRIMAL™ DC-668 is a high-quality styrene acrylic emulsion designed for interior and exterior paints.Benefits:Offers excellent durability and very good water streak mark resistancePossess excellent scrub-, water-, alkali- and hydrolysis resistanceProvides excellent performance, adhesion and efflorescence resistance over masonry substratesCompatible with a wide variety of pigments and extenders, HASE or HEUR rheology modifiersAPEO- and Ammonia-freeNo formaldehyde or formaldehyde generators are added intentionallyTypical Applications:Recommended for primers and topcoat applications. It is also suitable for decorative coatings (paint and primer in one).

RHOBARR™ 325 is an aqueous acid-modified barrier dispersion based on polyolefin resin.Benefits:It has low odor profile and excellent block resistanceOffers excellent water barrier propertiesCompatible with rheology modifiers, waxes and other formulation componentsIt also provides barrier to liquids and food oils on paper or paperboard substratesExhibits high solid and low viscosity attributes which extends its applications to paper with coating methods such as rod, rotogravure and flexographicIt can be formulated with rheology modifiers, waxes, pigments and other componentsForms a moisture resistant coating upon proper dryingIt also forms film with excellent heat-seal/hot-tack properties and low coefficient of frictionTypical Applications:Designed for paper liquid/moisture barrier coating applications. It is also suitable for flexible packaging processes and cupstock applications.

RHOBARR™ 135 is an anionic acrylic barrier coating emulsion.Benefits:Offers excellent barrier to hot oil, grease and blends of fatty acidsProvides excellent resistance to hot block, flexibility and good repulpabilityPossess good stability when blended with inorganic pigments such as clay, calcium carbonate, titanium dioxide and talcIt also shows good stability when blended with water soluble polymers such as starch, PVOH or rheology modifiersGood performance can be achieved by using binder-rich coating formulations in applications where fatty acid resistance is importantTypical Applications:Designed for paper, paperboard and packaging applications. It is also suitable for aqueous coatings or printing methods.

ACRYSOL™ RM-7 is a versatile hydrophobically modified alkali-soluble emulsion (HASE) thickening agent designed for water-based latex coating applications.Benefits:It is an APEO and solvent-freeOffers a near-Newtonian rheology profile with lower low-shear viscosity and higher high-shear viscosity than cellulosic thickenersProvides an excellent balance of flow, leveling, and film build propertiesSuitable for use in low-VOC, non-flat waterborne paint formulations based on 100% acrylic polymer emulsionsDelivers broad latex compatibilityAvailable as a high-solids, low-viscosity liquid to facilitate ease of use in manufacturingProvides easy handling and incorporationSupports a wide range of sheen levels, including high-gloss paintsTypical Applications:Recommended for industrial baking enamels, general industrial finishes, exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS), architectural, interior and exterior coating applications. Also used in paper finishing and art conservation applications.

RHOBARR™ 110 is an anionic acrylic barrier coating emulsion.Benefits:Facilitates barrier to hot oil, grease and liquid waterIt is heat sealable with flexibility, low surface tack and good resistance to blockingProvides hydrophobic barrier with high glossThis binder shows good stability when blended with inorganic pigments such as clay, calcium carbonate, titanium dioxide and talcIt also possesses good stability when blended with water soluble polymers such as starch, PVOH or rheology modifiersComplies with FDA 21CRF176.180 regulationIt also complies with the requirements of BfR-recommendation XIV-ATypical Applications:Designed for use in paper and board coatings. It is also suitable for aqueous coatings or printing methods.

ACRYSOL™ RM-2020NPR is a hydrophobically modified ethylene oxide urethane (HEUR) rheology modifier designed for use in solvent-free and water-based coating applications.Benefits:It is non-ionic, biostable and low viscosity liquidOffers high low-shear viscosity for improved brush drag, film build, excellent spatter and syneresis resistanceExhibits excellent sag resistance with minimal effect on flow and levelingProvides easy handling and incorporation with low odor and low VOC contentIt is APEO-free and provides excellent finished paint appearanceSupports a wide range of sheen levels, including high-gloss paints and low-VOC formulationsIt is excellent for spray and thick film applicationsListed on TSCA, TCSI, NZIoC, EINECS, PICCS, KECI, ENCS, IECSC, DSL and AIICTypical Applications:Ideal for use in industrial baking enamels, general industrial finishes, exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS), and architectural interior and exterior latex coating applications. It is used in textile, paper processing, paper finishing, art conservation, building, and construction applications.