D OW C O N S T R U C T I O N C H EM I CA L S

Product
Overview
Europe
Cellulose Ethers,
Redispersible Latex Powders,
Acrylic Emulsion Polymers,
Silicones,
Synthetic Thickeners,
Dispersants
and Opaque Polymers

Jointly advancing
better building …
New products for
gypsum based plaster,
ETICS, cement based tile adhesives,
cementitious waterproofing,
fiber cement products and
metal roof tile coating
Content

03  ow Construction Chemicals
D
Introduction

06  ypsum based plaster, machine applied | Cellulose ethers

G
Gypsum based plaster, hand applied | Cellulose ethers

08 Gypsum based smoothing mortar, skim coat and gypsum based joint filler | Cellulose ethers
Gypsum based smoothing mortar, skim coat and gypsum based joint filler | Redispersible latex powders
Tape joint compound and dispersion based joint filler, smoothing mortar | Cellulose ethers
Tape joint compound and dispersion based joint filler, smoothing mortar | Vinyl acrylic dispersions

10 Cement based render | Cellulose ethers

12 Cement based render | Redispersible latex powders

Cement based render | Silicone hydrophobic powders
ETICS and dispersion based render | Cellulose ethers

14 ETICS | Redispersible latex powders

ETICS and dispersion based render | Acrylic dispersions

16 ETICS and dispersion based render | Silicone resin emulsions and hydrophobic booster
Cement modifier | Acrylic dispersions
Cement based tile adhesive – basic quality | Cellulose ethers

18 Cement based tile adhesive – standard quality (C1) | Cellulose ethers

20 Cement based tile adhesive – high quality (C2) | Cellulose ethers

Cement based tile adhesive | Redispersible latex powders

22 Tile grouts | Cellulose ethers
Tile grouts | Redispersible latex powders
Tile grouts | Silicone hydrophobic powders

24 Dispersion based tile adhesive | Cellulose ethers
Dispersion based tile adhesive | Acrylic dispersions

26 Self leveling underlayment (SLU) | Cellulose ethers

Self leveling underlayment (SLU) | Redispersible latex powders
Self leveling underlayment (SLU) | Silicone powdered antifoam

28 Cementitious waterproofing membrane | Acrylic dispersions
 Primer | Acrylic dispersions
Fiber glass – high-performance nonwoven | Acrylic dispersions

30  iber cement coating | Acrylic dispersions

F
Fiber cement solutions | Silicone hydrophober – integral protection
Fiber cement impregnation | Silicone hydrophober – surface treatment

32  lastomeric roof coating and liquid applied waterproofing membranes |

E
Acrylic and acrylic polyurethane dispersions
Sealant | Acrylic dispersions

34 Flooring & assembly adhesives | Acrylic dispersions

Metal roof tile coating | Acrylic dispersions
Concrete roof tile coating | Acrylic dispersions
Concrete solutions | Silicone hydrophober – integral protection

36 Concrete solutions | Silicone impregnation and hydrophober – surface protection

Additives | Synthetic thickeners

38 Additives | Dispersants

Additives | Opaque polymers

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Welcome to Dow Construction Chemicals

High performance products and solutions
for theconstruction industry
The construction industry in Europe, Middle East and Africa Dow Construction Chemicals brings together the combined
is changing. Demand for high-performance, cost effective expertise and high research and development competence
and environmentally advanced building products continues based on 40-years of industry experience. We offer in-depth
to increase as the sector adapts to meet the challenges of application knowhow as well as effective formulation support
energy efficiency, economic constraints and demand for to manufacturers of building and construction products
structures equipped for 21st century living. around the world – a strong construction-focused business
unit supported by global research, technical service and
Dow Construction Chemicals has evolved to address those manufacturing facilities.
needs with a broad product portfolio based on acrylic
emulsion polymers, redispersible latex powder, cellulosic
and silicone based technology.

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Where quality building starts
Applications range from dispersion based renders through
The highly reliable quality of binders and products from Dow to coatings for cool reflective roofs and roof tiles, and from
Construction Chemicals form the heart of many innovative sealants and adhesives to cementitious waterproofing
products and systems that have since become industry membranes. High-performance acrylic thermoset binders
essentials. have also been developed for use in high-performance
nonwovens and in glass fiber insulation.
With a broad portfolio of chemistries and brands such
as WALOCEL™ Cellulose Ethers, DOW™ Latex Powders, Cellulosic technology
DOWSIL™ Silicones, PRIMAL™ and UCAR™ Acrylic Dispersion Decades of experience enable Dow Construction Chemicals
and AQUASET™ Acrylic Thermosetting Resins Dow is a to offer a portfolio of cellulose-based products for
leading supplier to customers manufacturing building and construction materials with distinctive benefits across a wide
construction products around the world. range of applications.

Regardless of whether your customers are looking for The range includes well known brands such as WALOCEL™
improved workability features or demand an especially cellulose ethers which incorporate features such as:
durable, high-quality end-product – we help you meet • rapid development of temperature-stable, high-water
their expectations. Our experts support you in optimising retention capabilities
formulations in order to keep key properties of your end • selective consistency adjustment for easy workability
products stable and as specified – this is where quality • precise control of rheology for good workability and
building starts. sag resistance
• stabilisation of air voids
• improved substrate adhesion.

The technological building blocks Potential applications range from tile adhesives and grouts,
to fillers, levellers and joint compounds, and from reinforcing
The Dow Construction Chemicals portfolio is built around and bonding mortars for ETICS to gypsum plasters and
four core technological pillars that are essential for the cement-based renders.
development of building product formulations to meet a
wide variety of needs. Redispersible latex powder
DOW™ Latex Powders are redispersible polymer powders
Acrylic polymer dispersions that combine the performance benefits of liquid latex
and acrylic solution polymers modifiers with the convenience, reliability and handling/
Customers of Dow Construction Chemicals have access to storage advantages of one-component dry systems.
a heritage of technically advanced, high-quality binders and
additives. They offer a variety of features and benefits for mineral-
bound products, including:
The business offers a wide range of dispersion for the • improved workability
manufacture of building and construction products including • excellent adhesive strength on different and demanding
pure acrylic, styrene acrylic and vinyl acetate polymers • surfaces
for improving the properties of cementitious as well as • improved open time
non-cementitious applications. In addition, dispersants • hydrophobicity (water repellent properties)
and synthetic thickeners are available for a variety of • abrasion resistance.
applications.
The powders are used primarily as additives for products
Features and benefits offered by our portfolio include strong such as cement-based tile adhesives, thermal insulation
adhesion, improved water resistance, ease of use, increased systems and self-leveling flooring compounds.
durability and more.

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Silicones customers working with Dow Construction Chemicals have

When used as admixtures, surface access to highly-competent, experienced professionals who
treatments and in-situ treatments, will provide support in identifying the appropriate formulation
silanes, siloxanes and resins from based on the right technology and the right products.
Dow have a history of providing water repellency and
enhanced protection for a variety of key construction The benefit of global resources
materials. The range of proven and highly effective silicon- Combining our expertise and know-how has resulted
based products include hydrophobic powders, resin in a worldwide network of research and manufacturing
emulsions, hydrophobic booster, powdered antifoams. Let capabilities well equipped to meet the demands of today’s
our experts support you in choosing the right products for businesses. Customers benefit from global innovations
the development of long-lasting building materials. and development across all regions, and can at the same
time rely on local presence that understands the specific
demands of the regional marketplace.

What you need, In Europe, Middle East and Africa, Dow Construction

where you need it Chemicals serves the market with regional laboratories,
13 strategically placed production plants and around 100
dedicated professionals in sales, marketing and R&D.
Tailored support
The range of options offered by Dow Construction The team provides access to global knowledge along with
Chemicals means products can be tailored to suit a variety on-the-ground support and in-depth market understanding,
of applications and end-use needs. That might mean meaning it is well-equipped to respond to local needs.
designing more cost-effective options into an existing range;
creating new, environmentally advanced products to help
address environmental challenges or creating formulations
for a premium performance product for a high-end
application. In the following you will find an overview on our
product range. Please consult your local sales
Thanks to the wide range of expertise and broad portfolio representative to identify the specific product
of products based on a proven range of technologies, portfolio available in your region.

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 Gypsum based plaster, machine applied | Cellulose ethers

Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

WALOCEL™ Xtra 30-60 30.000 high

WALOCEL Xtra 40-01 40.000 no

NEW WALOCEL Xtra 40-10 40.000 low

WALOCEL Xtra 40-30 Functional (rheological), 40.000 medium

non-ionic cellulose ether, improving
water retention – even at high temperature
WALOCEL Xtra 40-40 of the wet mortar – and workability 40.000 medium

WALOCEL Xtra 60-01 60.000 no

WALOCEL Xtra 60-30 60.000 medium

WALOCEL Xtra 60-50 60.000 high

1)
2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C

Gypsum based plaster, hand applied | Cellulose ethers

Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

NEW WALOCEL™ Xtra 40-10 40.000 low

Functional (rheological), non-ionic cellulose ether,
WALOCEL Xtra S 50-95 improving water retention – even at high temperature 55.000 very high
of the wet mortar – and workability
WALOCEL Xtra S 50-96 55.000 very high

1)
2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C

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Controlled Features of end-product

Particle size particle
morphology Water retention Less stickiness Shear stability Standing strength

powder, fine yes

powder, fine yes

powder, fine yes

powder, fine yes

powder, fine yes

powder, fine yes

powder, fine yes

powder, fine yes

– no fair good excellent outstanding

Controlled Features of end-product

Particle size particle
morphology Consistency build-up Workability Less stickiness Standing strength

powder, fine yes fast

powder, fine yes fast

powder, fine yes slow

– no fair good excellent outstanding

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Gypsum based smoothing mortar, skim coat and gypsum based joint filler | Cellulose ethers

Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

WALOCEL™ Xtra 40-50 40.000 high

WALOCEL Xtra 20-40 Functional (rheological), non-ionic cellulose ether, 20.000 medium
improving water retention – even at high temperature
WALOCEL Xtra 20-70 of the wet mortar – and workability 20.000 very high

WALOCEL Xtra 20-01 20.000 no

1)
2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C

Gypsum based smoothing mortar, skim coat and gypsum based joint filler | Redispersible latex powders

Product Characteristics Composition MFFT [°C]

DLP 211 (DOW™ Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa 3

Polymer binder,
rapidly dispersible in water
DLP 212 (DOW Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa 0

Tape joint compound and dispersion based joint filler, smoothing mortar | Cellulose ethers

Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]

WALOCEL™ MK 25000 PFV 25.0001) retarded dissolution

Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether with balanced set of
WALOCEL MW 40000 PFV application characteristics – improving body and texture
40.000 retarded dissolution

1)
2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C

Tape joint compound and dispersion based joint filler, smoothing mortar | Vinyl acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics MFFT [°C] Solids [%]

High efficiency latex, rheology modifier, compatible

TAPE-X™ 10 47
with WALOCEL™ Cellulose Ether

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Controlled Features of end-product

Particle size particle
morphology Water retention Lump reduction Consistency build-up Shear stability

powder, fine yes slow

powder, fine yes fast

powder, fine yes fast

powder, fine yes –

– no fair good excellent outstanding

Particle size Rheology Flexibility Properties/behavior of end-product

powder, free-flowing neutral medium hard excellent abrasion resistance

powder, free-flowing neutral medium good surface appearance, no impact on setting

Features of end-product
Particle size
Consistency Standing strength Open time

powder, fine

powder, fine

– no fair good excellent outstanding

Properties/behavior of end-product

Designed to improve tape bond adhesion and impart the good balance of overall application properties for smoothing mortars.

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Cement based render | Cellulose ethers

Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether,

WALOCEL™ MKX 6000 PF 01 6.000 no
improving water retention, not modified
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving
WALOCEL MKX 6000 PP 20 6.000 low
water retention, modified for easy workability
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether,
WALOCEL MKX 15000 PF 01 15.000 no
improving water retention, not modified
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving
WALOCEL MKX 15000 PP 25 water retention, modified for easy workability 15.000 medium
and standing strength
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving
WALOCEL MKX 35000 PP 10 35.000 low
significantly the water retention, modified for easy workability
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether,
WALOCEL MKW 10000 PP 01 10.000 no
improving water retention, not modified
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving water retention
WALOCEL MKW 15000 PP 30 15.000 medium
with modification for very high sag resistance
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving
WALOCEL MKW 20000 PP 01 20.000 no
water retention, not modified
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving
WALOCEL MKW 20000 PP 20 20.000 low
water retention, modified for easy workability
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving
WALOCEL MKW 20000 PP 30 water retention, modified for easy workability and 20.000 medium
high standing strength
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving water retention,
WALOCEL MKW 20000 PP 40 20.000 high
modified for high standing strength
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving
WALOCEL MKW 30000 PP 10 30.000 low
water retention, modified for easy workability
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, improving
WALOCEL MKW 30000 PP 30 30.000 medium
water retention, modified for high sag resistance
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether, imparting very high
WALOCEL MKW 40000 PP 10 40.000 low
water retention, modified for easy workability
Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether imparting very high
WALOCEL MKW 40000 PP 20 40.000 low
water retention, modified for easy workability

WALOCEL MKW: all Base Coat products: excellent water retention at high wet mortar temperatures and outstanding air void stabilisation.
For Decorative and Silicate Render (RTU) please see ETICS page 12.
WALOCEL™ products: 2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C
1)

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Features of end-Product
Particle size Water Workability – Reduced influence on
Shear stability Standing strength
retention ease of leveling cement setting
powder,
fine
powder,
very fine
powder,
fine

powder,
very fine

powder,
very fine
powder,
very fine
powder,
very fine
powder,
very fine
powder,
very fine

powder,
very fine

powder,
very fine
powder,
very fine
powder,
very fine
powder,
very fine
powder,
very fine

– no fair good excellent outstanding

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Cement based render | Redispersible latex powders

Product Characteristics Composition Sub-application

DLP 211 (DOW™ Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa Decorative render

Polymer binder, rapidly dispersible

DLP 212 (DOW Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa Decorative render
in water with good saponification resistance

DLP 2141 (DOW Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa Decorative render

Cement based render | Silicone hydrophobic powders

Product Characteristics Composition Sub-application

Decorative render/
DOWSIL™ GP SHP 50 Silane/siloxane
Silicone hydrophobic powder, rapidly dispersible in water, skim coat
providing long lasting protection against water ingress. Decorative render/
DOWSIL GP SHP 60+ Silicone resin/siloxane
skim coat

ETICS1) and dispersion based render | Cellulose ethers

Viscosity
Product Characteristics Sub-application
[mPas]2)

Functional, non-ionic cellulose ether,

WALOCEL™ MKW 10000 PP 01 Cement Render, Top Coat 10.000
improving water retention, not modified
Functional rheological, non-ionic, multipurpose
Adhesive &
WALOCEL MKS 10000 PP 25 additive cellulose ethers with modification to improve 13.000
Base Coat Mortar
sag resistance and workability
Adhesive &
WALOCEL MKX 25000 PF 25 L 25.000
Base Coat Mortar
Functional rheological, non-ionic, multipurpose
Adhesive &
WALOCEL MKX 45000 PF 20 L additive cellulose ethers to improve water retention 45.000
Base Coat Mortar
and the workability of the mortar
Adhesive &
WALOCEL MKX 45000 PF 40 L 45.000
Base Coat Mortar
Functional rheological, non-ionic, multipurpose additive cellulose Adhesive &
WALOCEL 327 15.000
ethers to improve water retention and the workability of the mortar Base Coat Mortar
Functional rheological, non-ionic, multipurpose
Adhesive &
WALOCEL MKW 20000 PP 20 additive cellulose ethers to improve water retention & air void 20.000
Base Coat Mortar
stability, less impact on cement hydration

WALOCEL MW 6000 PFV Decorative Render (RTU) 6.000

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether with retarded dissolution

WALOCEL MW 15000 PFV Decorative Render (RTU) 15.000
to improve workability and to avoid segregation

WALOCEL MW 40000 PFV Decorative Render (RTU) 40.000

1)
External Thermal Insulation Composite System
2)
WALOCEL products: 2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C; WALOCEL 327: 2 % solution in water, Brookfield RV, 20 rpm, 20°C

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Properties/
MFFT [°C] Particle size Rheology Hydrophobicity Flexibility
behavior of end-product

3 powder, free-flowing neutral – medium hard versatile

0 powder, free-flowing neutral – medium multipurpose

0 powder, free-flowing neutral yes medium hard lower water absorption

Protection against Water contact angle

Particle size Rheology Hydrophobicity Weather resistance
efflorescence (beading)

powder, free-flowing neutral

powder, free-flowing neutral

– no fair good excellent outstanding

Features of end-product

Modification Particle size Wetting

Water Adhesion Adhesion to Efficient
Workability capability/
retention to substrate insulation board thickening
open time
powder,
no – –
very fine

powder,
medium –
very fine

medium powder, fine –

medium powder, fine –

high powder, fine –

high powder, fine –

powder,
medium –
very fine

retarded
powder, fine – –
dissolution
retarded
powder, fine – –
dissolution
retarded
powder, fine – –
dissolution

– no fair good excellent outstanding

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Product Characteristics Sub-application Composition

Adhesive &
DLP 212 (DOW™ Latex Powder) Polymer binder, rapidly dispersible VAE-VeoVa
Base Coat Mortar
in water with good saponification
resistance Adhesive &
DLP 2141 (DOW Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa
Base Coat Mortar

1)
External Thermal Insulation Composite System

ETICS1) and dispersion based render | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics MFFT [°C] Solids [%]

Quick-Set Technology for enhanced productivity

NEW PRIMAL™ 3317 EF 5 57 – 59
in dispersion and silicone render application

PRIMAL UC-550 EF Versatile binder 18 50

FINNDISP™ A-10 Universal binder 18 49

UCAR™ Latex DL 420 G Universal binder 20 49

UCAR Latex DL 432 S Low odor binder for coalescent free systems <5 50

UCAR Latex DL 424 High water resistant binder for renders 14 50

PRIMAL AC-339 Marble stone binder 28 48

PRIMAL TX-100 Marble stone binder 28 46,5

PRIMAL WDV-2001 ER High UV stability for renders 7 46,5

1) External Thermal Insulation Composite System

2) This product is manufactured without added APEO (no APEO surfactants intentionally added).

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Properties/behavior
MFFT [°C] Particle size Rheology Hydrophobicity Flexibility
of end-product

0 powder, free-flowing neutral – medium good dry and wet adhesion

0 powder, free-flowing neutral yes medium hard lower water absorption

Properties/behavior of end-product

Pure acrylic designed for increasing the application window for ETICS1), covering a temperature range from 1°C to 15°C and humidity up to 95%,
with high early wash-out resistance and colour stability, manufactured without added APEO2)
Versatile styrene acrylic polymer with good performance in silicate paints and dispersion based renders, manufactured without added APEO2).
Cement stable.

Universal styrene acrylic. Can be used for primers.

Universal styrene acrylic. Can be used for primers.

Styrene acrylic, silicate stable, coalescent free polyvalent emulsion with excellent dirt pick up resistance.

Styrene acrylic recommended for applications requiring especially high water resistance due to very low water absorption. Stable with silicates.

Highly hydrophobic pure acrylic polymer for good water resistance. Ideal for marble stone finishes (no water whitening).

Highly hydrophobic pure acrylic polymer designed for especially high water resistance. Ideal for marble stone finishes (no water whitening).

Silicate and cement stable pure acrylic polymer. Low coalescent emulsions with excellent dirt pick up resistance and UV stability.

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ETICS1) and dispersion based render | Silicone resin emulsions and hydrophobic booster

Product Characteristics Function Solids [%]

DOWSIL™ IE 2404 Silicone resin based co-binder Film forming silicone resin 50

Hydrophober for
DOWSIL IE 6683 Non ionic emulsion of silane/siloxane/silicone resin 40
external wall top coat
Hydrophober for
DOWSIL Z-70 Non ionic emulsion of organosiloxane 60
external wall top coat

1) External Thermal Insulation Composite System

Cement modifier | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics MFFT [°C] Solids [%]

PRIMAL™ CM-160 Low temperature cement modifier 1 50

PRIMAL CM-330 General purpose cement modifier 12 47

Cement based tile adhesive – basic quality | Cellulose ethers

Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL™ MKX 40000 PF 01 40.000 no
workability, water retention

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL MKX 60000 PF 01 60.000 no
workability, water retention

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL MKX 60000 PF 15 60.000 medium
workability, water retention, slip resistance

WALOCEL MW 40000 PFV 40.000 retarded dissolution

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether with retarded
dissolution to improve workability, water retention
WALOCEL MW 60000 PFV 60.000 retarded dissolution

1)
2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C
2)
Temperature stability of wet mortar

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Properties/behavior of end-product

Coating with enhanced water vapor permeability and reduced liquid water penetration.

Coating with increased resistance to water penetration with expected long lasting aesthetics.

Coating with increased resistance to water penetration with expected long lasting aesthetics.

Properties/behavior of end-product

Pure acrylic polymer designed for use under low temperatures with excellent adhesion to various substrates and high flexural and impact strength.
Especially suitable for repair mortars and industrial floor screeds.
Pure acrylic polymer for cement modification with excellent adhesion to various substrates and high flexural and impact strength.
Especially suitable for repair mortars and industrial floor screeds.

Features of End-Product
Particle size Water Long High Long Temperature Less
retention adjustability time slip resistance open time stability2) retarded setting

powder,
–
fine

powder,
–
fine

powder,
fine

powder,
–
fine

powder,
–
fine

– no fair good excellent outstanding

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Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL™ MKX 15000 PF 01 15.000 no
workability, water retention

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL MKX 20000 PP 10 20.000 low
workability, water retention, slip resistance

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL MKX 25000 PF 25 L 25.000 medium
workability, slip resistance

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL MKX 40000 PF 01 40.000 no
workability, water retention

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether with retarded

high, retarded
WALOCEL MW 40000 PFV 50 dissolution to improve workability, water retention, 40.000
dissolution
slip resistance

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL MKX 45000 PP 10 45.000 low
workability, water retention, slip resistance

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL MKX 45000 PF 20 L 45.000 medium
workability, water retention, slip resistance

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL MKX 45000 PF 40 L 45.000 high
workability, water retention, slip resistance

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether improving

WALOCEL™ 327 15.000 high
adhesion strength, slip resistance

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether improving

NEW WALOCEL™ M 20-20 20.000 medium
adhesion strength, slip resistance

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

NEW WALOCEL M 35-10 35.000 low
workability, water retention, slip resistance

1)
WALOCEL™ products: 2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C; WALOCEL 327: 2 % solution in water, Brookfield RV, 20 rpm, 20°C
2)
Temperature stability of wet mortar

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Features of end-product
Particle size Water Long High Long Temperature Less
retention adjustability time slip resistance open time stability2) retarded setting
powder,
–
fine

powder,
very fine

powder,
fine

powder,
–
fine

powder,
fine

powder,
very fine

powder,
fine

powder,
fine

powder,
very fine

powder,
fine

powder,
fine

– no fair good excellent outstanding

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Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve

WALOCEL™ 327 workability, water retention, slip resistance, setting, 15.000 high
open time
Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve
NEW WALOCEL™ M 10-40 workability, water retention, slip resistance, esp. at high 10.000 medium
water loads
Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve
NEW WALOCEL M 20-20 workability, water retention, slip resistance, setting, 20.000 medium
open time
Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to improve
NEW WALOCEL M 20-30 workability, water retention, slip resistance, setting, 20.000 medium
open time

1)
WALOCEL™ products: 2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C; WALOCEL 327: 2 % solution in water, Brookfield RV, 20 rpm, 20°C
2)
Temperature stability of wet mortar
3)
Adjusted rheology enabling higher bonding at higher water loads

Cement based tile adhesive | Redispersible latex powders

Product Characteristics Composition MFFT [°C]

Polymer binder, rapid dispersible

DLP 211 (DOW™ Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa 3
in water with good saponification resistance
Polymer binder, rapid dispersible
DLP 212 (DOW Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa 0
in water with good saponification resistance
Polymer binder, rapid dispersible
DLP 2001 (DOW Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa 2
in water with good saponification resistance
Polymer binder, rapid dispersible
DLP 2000 (DOW Latex Powder) VAE 3
in water with good saponification resistance

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Features of End-Product
Particle size Water Long High Long Temperature Less
retention adjustability time slip resistance open time stability 2)3) retarded setting

powder,
fine

powder,
fine

powder,
fine

powder,
fine

– no fair good excellent outstanding

Properties/
Particle size Rheology Flexibility behavior of
end-product

powder, free-flowing neutral medium hard versatile

powder, free-flowing neutral medium multipurpose

improved adhesion after

powder, free-flowing neutral medium hard
water immersion
especially suitable for
powder, free-flowing neutral medium hard
high quality CBTA

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Tile grouts | Cellulose ethers

Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether with retarded

WALOCEL™ MT 400 PFV dissolution to avoid segregation and to improve 400 retarded dissolution
rheology and water retention
Functional non-ionic cellulose ether
WALOCEL MKW 4000 PF 01 to avoid segregation and to improve rheology 4.000 no
and water retention

1)
2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C

Tile grouts | Redispersible latex powders

Product Characteristics Composition MFFT [°C]

Polymer binder, rapid dispersible in water

DLP 2141 (DOW™ Latex Powder) VAE-VeoVa 0
with good saponification resistance

Tile grouts | Silicone hydrophobic powders

Product Characteristics Composition Sub-application

Silicone hydrophobic powder, rapidly dispersible in water,

DOWSIL™ GP SHP 50 Silane/siloxane Tile grouts
providing long lasting protection against water ingress.
Silicone hydrophobic powder, rapidly dispersible in water,
DOWSIL GP SHP 60+ Silicone resin/siloxane Tile grouts
providing long lasting protection against water ingress.

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Features of end-product
Particle size
Workability Less retarded setting Shear stability Water retention

powder, fine

powder, fine

– no fair good excellent outstanding

Particle size Rheology Hydrophobicity Flexibility Properties/behavior of end-product

powder, free-flowing neutral yes medium hard low water absorption

Features of end-product
Particle size Rheology Protection against Water contact angle
Hydrophobicity Weather resistance
efflorescence (beading)

powder, free-flowing neutral

powder, free-flowing neutral

– no fair good excellent outstanding

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Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

Functional non-ionic cellulose ether with retarded

WALOCEL™ MW 15000 PFV dissolution to improve workability and to avoid 15.000 retarded dissolution
segregation
Functional non-ionic cellulose ether with retarded
WALOCEL MW 40000 PFV dissolution to improve workability and to avoid 40.000 retarded dissolution
segregation
Functional non-ionic cellulose ether with retarded
highly modified,
WALOCEL MW 40000 PFV 50 dissolution to improve workability and to avoid 40.000
retarded dissolution
segregation – excellent slip resistance
Functional non-ionic cellulose ether with
WALOCEL MW 60000 PFV retarded dissolution to improve workability and 60.000 retarded dissolution
to avoid segregation

1)
2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C

Dispersion based tile adhesive | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics MFFT [°C]

PRIMAL™ CM-230 ER General purpose dispersion based tile adhesive 18

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Features of end-product
Particle Size Long Efficient
Water retention Workability
adjustability time thickening

powder, fine

powder, fine

powder, fine

powder, fine

– no fair good excellent outstanding

Solids [%] Properties/behavior of end-product

Styrene acrylic polymer with high binding power capability helping achieve very high water resistance,
50
and excellent dry and wet adhesion on various substrates.

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Self leveling underlayment (SLU) | Cellulose ethers

Viscosity
Product Characteristics Modification
[mPas]1)

Functional non-ionic, retarded cellulose ether with

WALOCEL™ MT 400 PFV retarded dissolution to avoid segregation and 400 retarded dissolution
to improve rheology and water retention
Functional non-ionic cellulose ether to avoid
WALOCEL MKW 4000 PF 01 4.000 no
segregation and to improve rheology

1)
2 % solution in water, Haake Rotovisko RV 100, shear rate 2.55 s-1, 20°C

Self leveling underlayment (SLU) | Redispersible latex powders

Product Characteristics Composition MFFT [°C]

Polymer binder, rapid dispersible in water with good

DLP 2050 (DOW™ Latex Powder) VAE 3
saponification resistance

Self leveling underlayment (SLU) | Silicone powdered antifoam

Product Characteristics Composition

DOWSIL™ GP 7070 Powdered silicone antifoam Polydimethylsiloxane/silica

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Features of end-product
Particle size
Flow No segregation Workability Water retention Less air voids

powder, fine

powder, fine

– no fair good excellent outstanding

Particle Size Rheology Flexibility Properties/Behavior of End-Product

generates very low VOC emissions

powder, free-flowing flow modifier medium hard
(suitable for systems that must comply with EMICODE EC 1 Plus).

Particle size Rheology Other Properties/behavior of end-product

No impact on early
Free flowing powder neutral Reduce air incorporation during mixing of mortar containing superplasticizers.
mechanical properties

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 Cementitious waterproofing membrane | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics Tg [°C]

NEW PRIMAL™ AS-8012 R 2K waterproofing flexible membrane -8

PRIMAL™ CM-500 Waterproofing flexible membrane for very low temperatures (-20°C) -35

PRIMAL AS-48 ER Waterproofing flexible membrane for high adhesion and pressure resistance -1

1)
Manufactured without added APEO (no APEO surfactants intentionally added)
2)
Complies with German regulations on materials to come in contact with drinking water

Primer | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics MFFT [°C]

PRIMAL™ UC-550 EF Versatile primer 18

UCAR™ Latex DL 420 G Universal primer 20

FINNDISP™ A-10 Universal binder 18

FINNDISP AGP 04 Penetrating primer 1

UCAR Latex XZ 91930.00 Stabilizing primer <5

PRIMAL AC-339 Water resistant sealer 28

Fiber glass – high-performance nonwoven | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics Tg [°C]

PRIMAL™ ECO-16 Battery separators 33

PRIMAL ECO-46 Wall covering -12

PRIMAL ECO-88 Flooring and roofing reinforcement 11

PRIMAL GL-618L Flooring and roofing reinforcement 27

1)
UF: Urea Formadelhyde; MF: Melamine Formadelhyde

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Solids [%] Properties/behavior of end-product

Styrene acrylic polymer1)2) demonstrating reliable

56 performance in cementitious waterproofing membranes,
especially for elongation and crack bridging
Pure acrylic polymer1)2) for 2K-waterproofing membranes
supporting high flexibility at low temperatures,
52,5
excellent water resistance and adhesion
on various substrates.

Styrene acrylic polymer1)2) for 2K-waterproofing

membranes with excellent water and alkaline resistance
56
and outstanding adhesion and crack bridging properties
at room temperature.

Solids [%] Properties/behavior of end-product

50 Versatile styrene acrylic polymer for ETICS clear or pigmented primer application.

49 Styrene acrylic binder for basic primer application. Very good adhesion on various substrates.

49 Universal styrene acrylic. Can be used for primers.

33 Styrene acrylic polymer with very fine particle size and excellent penetration into porous substrates.

49 Styrene acrylic binder for basic primer application. Very good adhesion on various substrates.

Very hydrophobic and alkali resistant pure acrylic polymer as primer or sealer for
48
cementitious substrates with excellent resistance to efflorescence and excellent chalk adhesion.

Solids [%] Properties/behavior of end-product

45,5 Superior acid resistance good tensile strength, UF/MF1) resins compatible.

47 Excellent dry and wet tensile strength, low water penetration, hydrophobic, durable to washing.

Good adhesion especially on polyester fibers. Excellent strength and solvent resistance,
50 high dimensional stability at elevated temperatures, excellent durability to washing and dry-cleaning and
excellent wet and dry tensile strength. Compatible with UF/MF1) resins.
Superior dry wet and hot tensile strength; outstanding shear and chemical stability,
47
low yellowing and foaming, UF/MF1) resins compatible.

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 Fiber cement coating | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics MFFT [°C] Solids [%]

NEW PRIMAL™ SS-640 Primer, pigmented top coat and clear varnishes 28 50

PRIMAL E-357 EF Primer and pigmented top coat 55 47,5

Fiber cement solutions | Silicone hydrophober – integral protection

Product Characteristics Rheology Solids [%]

Slight
DOWSIL™ Z 6289 Neat silicone resin, low viscosity liquid plasticizing > 98
effect

Microencapsulation of a silicone resin,

NEW DOWSIL IE 6686 Neutral 30
easily water dispersible

Fiber cement impregnation | Silicone hydrophober – surface treatment

Product Characteristics Dilutable in Solids [%] Si-H based

Non film forming

Silicone impregnation
hydrophobic treatment

Non ionic emulsion of a mix of silane and

DOWSIL™ 520 Water 40 Yes
organofunctional siloxane

Non ionic emulsion of a mix of silane and silicone resin

DOWSIL IE 6682 Water 52,5 No
designed as impregnation primer. Can be top coated.

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Properties/behavior of end-product

Pure acrylic polymer for use on fiber cement substrate in formulations that result in high flexibility, exterior durability, low VOC and
excellent early blocking resistance. Could be used as primer as well as top coat, pigmented and clear for roof and façade tiles.

Pure acrylic polymer developed for use on fiber cement substrates with outstanding
exterior durability, excellent efflorescence resistance and fast hardness development.

Properties/behavior of end-product

Integral water repellent for fiber cement products providing long lasting protection against water ingress, which can enable improved durability,
improved dimensional stability, reduced efflorescence and longer lasting aesthetics.

Integral water repellent for fiber cement products providing long lasting protection against water ingress, which can enable improved durability,
improved dimensional stability, reduced efflorescence and longer lasting aesthetics.

Features of end-product

Depth of Water contact Weather Properties/behavior of end-product

Hydrophobicity
penetration angle (beading) resistance

Treatment of fiber cement surfaces leading to impregnation and providing

durable protection against water ingress which can enable improved durability
and dimensonal stability, reduced efflorescence and longer lasting aesthetics.
Quick absorption during application (no blocking issue).

Can be post coated.

Can be post coated. Can be mixed with DOWSIL™ 520

to increase depth of penetration.

– no fair good excellent outstanding

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Elastomeric roof coating and liquid applied waterproofing membranes | Acrylic and acrylic polyureth

Product Characteristics Tg [°C] Solids [%]

High performance binder for liquid applied roofing

PRIMAL™ EC-5210 PU -36 52,5
membranes with waterproofing performance

PRIMAL EC-1791E Versatile binder for multiple substrates -40 55

Sealant | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics Tg [°C]

PRIMAL™ E-3362 High quality pigmented sealant -35

PRIMAL 2620 High quality translucent sealant -34

PRIMAL 928 ER High quality clear sealant -3

PRIMAL P-308M General pigmented sealant 8

PRIMAL UC-550 EF General pigmented sealant 18

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ane dispersions

Properties/behavior of end-product

Acrylic polyurethane polymer helping achieve excellent tensile strength and flexibility in cold and hot temperatures.
Outstanding exterior durability and UV resistance, very good adhesion to various roofing substrates. Superior dirt pick up resistance.

Pure acrylic polymer contributing to good adhesion to spray polyurethane foams, weathered modified bitumen and metal.
Excellent low temperature flexibility (high crack resistance at low temperature). Excellent dirt pick-up resistance.

Solids [%] Properties/behavior of end-product

High solid pure acrylic polymer for water-based pigmented sealants.

62 PRIMAL™ E-3362 helps achieve excellent adhesion and flexibility and low modulus elasticity.
Formulations pass requirements of ISO 11600 (type F, class 12.5P) or French SNJF standard.
High solid pure acrylic polymer for water-based translucent and pigmented sealants.
62 PRIMAL™ 2620 contributes to outstanding adhesion and elasticity and meets the
Aymar Cyclic Movement Test requirements (Class A, U.S. Federal Specification TT-S-00230C).
High solid styrene acrylic polymer for water-based clear and pigmented sealants. Sealants based on PRIMAL™ 928 ER
62,5
can dry faster and demonstrate excellent clarity, excellent resistance to dirt-pick-up and blushing.
Styrene acrylic polymer for low VOC sealants with excellent wet strength,
50
outstanding compatibility to silicate and excellent binding power.

50 Styrene acrylic polymer with good filler acceptance for pigmented sealants.

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 Flooring & assembly adhesives | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics Tg [°C]

PRIMAL™ E-3362 General purpose flooring adhesives -35

PRIMAL CA-187 Tackifier free flooring adhesive -27

PRIMAL CA-172 High performance flooring adhesive -21

UCAR™ Latex DL 435 General purpose flooring adhesives 0

UCAR Latex DL 345 Universal assembly adhesive 10

Metal roof tile coating | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics Tg [°C]

Very good dry and wet adhesion to multiple metal

NEW MAINCOTE™ PR-225 EF 11
surfaces

PRIMAL™ GC-5 ER Formulated binder for transparent glaze coat <5

Concrete roof tile coating | Acrylic dispersions

Product Characteristics Tg [°C]

PRIMAL™ E-2001 LF Low odor universal binder 16

PRIMAL E-822K Universal binder for CRT coating 18

PRIMAL RS-110 Formulated binder for clear coats <5

Concrete solutions | Silicone hydrophober – integral protection

Water contact angle

Product Characteristics Rheology
(beading)

DOWSIL™ IE 6692 Silane/silicone resin emulsion Slight plasticizing effect

DOWSIL IE 6686 Microencapsulation of a silicone resin Neutral

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Solids [%] Properties/behavior of end-product

High solid pure acrylic polymer for solvent-free floor adhesives that comply with EMICODE EC 1.
62
PRIMAL™ E-3362 helps achieve excellent adhesion to linoleum and carpet floorings.
High solid pure acrylic polymer for solvent-free and tackifier-free floor adhesives that complies with EMICODE EC 1. For
60,5 formulations that require an early strength development, an excellent peel adhesion, superior water and alkali resistance and
outstanding tackiness.
High solid pure acrylic polymer for solvent-free floor adhesives that comply with EMICODE EC 1.
61 PRIMAL CA-172 contributes to a long open time together with early strength development, an excellent shear stability, superior
water and alkali resistance and superior adhesion on hydrophobic substrates.

49 Styrene acrylate dispersion recommended for very low emission flooring adhesives for pvc, carpet, linoleum and rubber floors.

50 Versatile styrene acrylic polymer especially recommended for nail free construction adhesives for interior and exterior use.

Solids [%] Properties/behavior of end-product

Acrylic co-polymer, designed for pigmented basecoats over factory applied metal roof tiles requirering flexibility to select
54 a wider variety of steel sources without sacrificing performance. The emulsion gives excellent dry and wet adhesion to
multiple metal surfaces, good exterior durability, high toughness and great binding capacity.
Pure acrylic polymer specifically designed for metal roof tile glaze coat. Ready formulated for industrial spray applications.
34
Seal mineral granulates and provide good weathering properties.

Solids [%] Properties/behavior of end-product

Ammonia and formaldehyde free binder, with excellent resistance to efflorescence

50
and excellent water whitening resistance.
General purpose polymer for coatings on mineral substrates with excellent efflorescence resistance
50
and excellent water whitening resistance.

Ammonia and formaldehyde free formulated binder, with excellent resistance to efflorescence and
45,5
excellent water whitening resistance that can be applied within a broad application window.

Solids [%] Properties/behavior of end-product

Integral water repellent for cementitious materials providing long lasting protection against water ingress, which can enable
52,5 improved durability, reduced efflorescence and longer lasting aesthetics High contact angle of water (beading) on surface of
modified materials.
Integral water repellent for cementitious materials. providing long lasting protection against water ingress, which can enable
30
improved durability, reduced efflorescence and longer lasting aesthetics Can be used for foamed concrete production.

– no fair good excellent outstanding

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Concrete solutions | Silicone impregnation and hydrophober – surface protection

Product Characteristics Dilutable in Solids [%]

XIAMETER™ OFS 6341 Octyltriethoxysilane Solvent 98

Solvent dilutable mix of silane and

DOWSIL™ Z 6689 Solvent 98
organofunctional siloxane
Non ionic emulsion of a mix of silane,
DOWSIL IE 6683 Water 40
siloxane and silicone resin
Non ionic emulsion of a mix of silane and silicone resin.
DOWSIL IE 6682 Water 52,5
designed as impregnation primer. Can be top coated
Non emulsion of a mix of silane, siloxane and silicone
DOWSIL IE 6694 Water 60
resin. Low VOC according to CA regulations

DOWSIL 1-6184 Neat/pure water soluble silane Water > 90

Anionic emulsion of cross linked organosiloxane

DOWSIL IE 2610 Water 45
designed as impregnation film former

Additives | Synthetic thickeners

Product Characteristics Solids [%]

ACRYSOL™ ASE 60 ER ASE1) thickener, anionic 28

ACRYSOL DR-72 Associative thickener 30

ACRYSOL TT-615 Associative HASE2) thickener 30

ACRYSOL RM-998 20

ACRYSOL SCT-275 17,5

ACRYSOL RM-8W Associative HEUR3) thickener, non-ionic 21,5

ACRYSOL RM-5000 18,5

ACRYSOL RM-2020-E 20

1)
ASE: alkali swellable emulsion
2)
HASE: hydrophobically modified alkali swellable emulsion
3)
HEUR: hydrophobically modified ethoxylated urethane
4)
E TICS: External Thermal Insulation Composite System

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Features of end-product

Hydrophobicity Depth of penetration Water contact angle (beading) Weather resistance

– no fair good excellent outstanding

Properties/behavior of end-product

Excellent low shear efficiency, great resistance to sedimentation and sagging.

Particularly suitable for dispersion based renders (ETICS4)), sealants, flooring adhesives.

Shear thinning rheology modifiers, particularly suitable for sealants, flooring adhesives.

Very efficient low and mid shear builder. Suggested for high sag resistance.
Particularly suitable for dispersion based renders (ETICS4)), sealants, flooring adhesives.

Efficient low and mid shear builder. Enhanced sag resistance.

Good mid versus high shear efficiency, also generates low shear viscosity, can be used as sole thickener.
Contains solvent. Particularly suitable for fiber cement coating.

Broad utility mid shear builder, excellent leveling properties, particularly suitable for fiber cement coating.

Efficient high shear builder showing balanced mid shear efficiency, good leveling properties. Particularly suitable for fiber cement coating.

High shear builder, good leveling properties. Particularly suitable for fiber cement coating.

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Additives | Dispersants

Product Characteristics Solids [%]

OROTAN™ N-4045 Polyacid, sodium salt 45

OROTAN 731 A ER Hydrophobic copolymer, sodium salt 25

OROTAN 165 Hydrophobic copolymer, ammonium salt 21,5

OROTAN 681 Hydrophobic copolymer, ammonium salt 35

OROTAN 850 ER LO Polyacid, sodium salt 30

1)
ETICS: External Thermal Insulation Composite System

Additives | Opaque polymers

Product Characteristics Solids [%]

ROPAQUE™ Ultra E Hollow sphere opaque polymer 30

More applications we serve

Mineral wool thermal insulation

AQUASET™ – the environmentally advanced alternative
binder for mineral wool insulation1)

Dow Construction Chemicals offers thermosetting

resins that can be used as an alternative to traditional
formaldehyde based resins for binding mineral fibers in
the production of insulation blanket products that go
into building insulation systems and specialty insulation.

1)
Aquaset thermosets are made without formaldehyde or formaldehyde generating materials and do not release formaldehyde
under normal operating conditions.

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Properties/behavior of end-product

Enhanced cost/performance balance. Great color acceptance with high reproducibility. Low odour. Low foam generator.
Particularly suitable for dispersion based renders (ETICS1)), fiber cement coating.

Highly efficient dispersant with good pigment wetting. Particularly suitable for dispersion based renders (ETICS1)), fiber cement coating.

Enhanced wet adhesion, good color acceptance, particularly suitable for fiber cement coating.

Hydrophobic dispersant. Maximises gloss potential. Contains solvent. Particularly suitable for fiber cement coating.

High efficiency with low foam generation. Enhanced stability with reactive pigments. Particularly suitable for sealants, flooring adhesives.

Properties/behavior of end-product

Opacifying synthetic pigment providing very efficient dry hiding for coatings.

Concrete admixtures
We also make precursors allowing for efficient production
of PCE superplasticizers water reducers for concrete
admixtures.

For more detailed information

on the products available for these
applications, please contact us.

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