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DISPEX® CX 4240

Dispex® CX 4240 is a highly effective dispersing agent used in water-based coating systems, particularly suitable for the dispersion of inorganic pigments. It allows for the formulation of both high-gloss and standard matt coatings. Here are the key details:
General Information
- Type: Low-viscosity dispersing agent for water-based coatings.
- Suitable for: Inorganic pigments.
- Applications: High-gloss coatings and standard matt formulations.
Chemical Nature
- Composition: Ammonium salt of an acrylic polymer in water.
Properties
- Physical Form: Straw-colored liquid.
- Storage: Freeze-stable but should be stored above 5 °C (41 °F) for easy handling.
- Solvent: Water.
- Density: ~1.20 g/cm³ at 20 °C (68 °F).
- Solid Content: ~40%.
- Active Content: ~39%.
- Viscosity: ~400 mPa·s at 20 °C (68 °F).
- pH: ~7.5.
Application
- Ideal for: A wide range of water-based coatings, particularly high-gloss coatings with low pigment volume concentration.
- Compatibility: Works well with polypropylene and hexylene glycols used in water-based high-gloss coatings to improve wet-edge time.
- Neutralizing Alkali: Releases ammonia during drying, impacting water and alkali resistance minimally.
Usage Guidelines
- pH Range: 5 – 10.5.
- Temperature Limit: Below 70 °C (158 °F) to prevent ammonia loss.
- Improved Stability: Provides better storage stability for pigment dispersion and formulated paint compared to inorganic dispersing agents.
Incorporation Method
- Addition Process: Add the dispersing agent to heavily stirred water before adding pigment. Aim for a final pH of about 8.5 for optimal dispersing efficiency.
Recommended Concentrations
- General Dosage: 0.8 – 1.5% of the total formulation.
- Critical Formulations: Up to 2%.
Safety and Compliance
- Safety Measures: Follow the safety data sheet and appropriate handling guidelines for chemicals.

Brufasol® Yellow AL 30

Brufasol® Yellow AL 30 is a powdered pigment composed of bismuth vanadate. It serves as an alternative to chrome yellow, offering high opacity and excellent weather resistance. With a Color Index (C.I.) number of 771740 and designated as Pigment Yellow 184 (PY184), this pigment finds extensive application in various industries such as coil coating, powder coating, automotive coating, construction coating, plastic manufacturing, polymer production, masterbatch formulation, and more.
Notably, Brufasol® Yellow AL 30 is free from lead and chrome, making it an environmentally friendly option. Its formulation makes it an effective replacement for lead chromate and molybdate pigments, aligning with contemporary regulatory standards and industry preferences for safer and sustainable materials.

RAL 1018, 1021, 1023, 2000, 2004, 3000, 3020, 6010, 6018 using Brufasol Yellow AL30 bismuth vanadate pigment

RAL 1018, 1021, 1023, 2000, 2004, 3000, 3020, 6010, 6018 formulated by using Brufasol Yellow AL30 bismuth vanadate pigment. Brufasol Yellow AL30, also known as Bismuth Vanadate (PY184) is free from lead and chrome, offering a superior alternative to lead chromate and molybdate pigments.

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White gloss topcoat. Pure acrylic polymer dispersion PVC 12% - Primal* HG-98

This formulation is for a white gloss topcoat provided by Ashland. It utilizes Aquaflow™ NMS-460E and Aquaflow™ NHS-300E as nonionic synthetic associative thickeners (NSAT) along with Drewplus™ S-4386 and Drew™ 210-886 as foam control agents (FCA). The primary binder used is Primal HG-98, a pure acrylic polymer dispersion suitable for interior and exterior white paint applications.
Components:
- Aquaflow™ NMS-460E and Aquaflow™ NHS-300E: Nonionic synthetic associative thickeners (NSAT).
- Primal HG-98 (Pure Acrylic Polymer Dispersion): Primary binder for the let-down portion.
- Drewplus™ S-4386 and Drew™ 210-886: Foam control agents (FCA).
- Dispex CX 4240 (Ammonium Polyacrylate): Wetting/Dispersing agent.
- Nuosept BM11 (Biocide): In-can preservative.
- Kronos 2190 (Titanium Dioxide): Pigment.
- Texanol (Ester Alcohol): Coalescing agent.
- Water: Vehicle.
Viscosity Properties:
- Brookfield Viscosity: 5100 mPa·s
- Stormer Viscosity: 114 KU
- ICI Viscosity: 225 mPa·s
Applied Properties:
- Leveling (Brush): 9 (1-10; 10=Best)
- Leveling (NYPC): 5 (1-10; 10=Best)
- Sag Resistance: 300 microns
- Gloss (60°): 80 GU
Calculated Data:
- PVC: 12.0%
- Solids (mass): 44%
- Specific Gravity: 1.17 g/cm³
- Solids (vol): 35%
These properties indicate that the topcoat offers excellent leveling and gloss, suitable for both interior and exterior applications. It also shows adequate sag resistance, making it applicable for vertical surfaces.

White gloss topcoat. Pure acrylic polymer dispersion - interior & exterior white paint.

This formulation is for a white gloss topcoat provided by Ashland. It utilizes Aquaflow™ NLS-220E and Aquaflow™ NHS-300E as nonionic synthetic associative thickeners (NSAT) along with Drewplus™ S-4386 and Drew™ 210-886 as foam control agents (FCA). The primary binder used is Primal HG-98, a pure acrylic polymer dispersion suitable for interior and exterior white paint applications.
Components:
- Aquaflow™ NLS-220E and Aquaflow™ NHS-300E: Nonionic synthetic associative thickeners (NSAT).
- Primal HG-98 (Pure Acrylic Polymer Dispersion): Primary binder for the let-down portion.
- Drewplus™ S-4386 and Drew™ 210-886: Foam control agents (FCA).
- Dispex CX 4240 (Ammonium Polyacrylate): Wetting/Dispersing agent.
- Nuosept BM11 (Biocide): In-can preservative.
- Kronos 2190 (Titanium Dioxide): Pigment.
- Texanol (Ester Alcohol): Coalescing agent.
- Water: Vehicle.
Viscosity Properties:
- Brookfield Viscosity: 6700 mPa·s
- Stormer Viscosity: 120 KU
- ICI Viscosity: 165 mPa·s
Applied Properties:
- Leveling (Brush): 8 (1-10; 10=Best)
- Leveling (NYPC): 5 (1-10; 10=Best)
- Sag Resistance: 300 microns
- Gloss (60°): 85 GU
Calculated Data:
- PVC: 12.0%
- Solids (mass): 44%
- Specific Gravity: 1.17 g/cm³
- Solids (vol): 35%
These properties indicate that the topcoat offers good leveling and gloss, suitable for both interior and exterior applications. It also shows adequate sag resistance, making it applicable for vertical surfaces.

White anti-corrosive primer for airless spray based on Neocryl* XK-87 and Nubirox* 106

This formulation is for a white anti-corrosive primer suitable for airless spray application, provided by Ashland. It incorporates aquaflow™ XLS-500E and aquaflow™ NHS-300E as non-ionic synthetic associative thickeners (NSAT) and is based on Neocryl XK-87 and Nubirox 106.
Components:
- aquaflow™ XLS-500E and aquaflow™ NHS-300E: Non-ionic synthetic associative thickeners (NSAT).
- Neocryl XK-87 (Styrene acrylic dispersion): Binder for the let-down portion.
- Nubirox 106 (Organophilized Zinc): Anti-corrosive pigment.
- Dispex CX 4240 (Ammonium Polyacrylate): Dispersing agent.
- Nuosept BM11 (Biocide): In-can preservative.
- Drewplus™ S-4386 (Blend of silicones and surfactants): Foam control agent.
- Kronos 2190 (Titanium dioxide): Pigment.
- Microtalc IT extra (Talcum): Extender.
- Butyldiglycol (2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol): Coalescing agent.
- Texanol (Ester Alcohol): Coalescing agent.
- Drewplus™ T-4201E (Blend of silicones and surfactants): Foam control agent for let-down.
- WorléeAdd 458 (Nitrite-free salt solution): Flash-rust inhibitor.
- pHLEX™ 400 (Alkaline): Neutralizing agent.
- Water: Vehicle.
Viscosity Properties:
- Brookfield Viscosity: 3000 mPa·s
- Stormer Viscosity: 105 KU
- ICI Viscosity: 135 mPa·s
Applied Properties:
- Leveling Leneta: 7 (1-10; 10=Best)
- Sag Resistance: 600 microns
- Gloss (60°): 11 GU
- pH: 8-9
These properties indicate that the primer offers good sag resistance and gloss, making it suitable for applications where corrosion protection and aesthetics are important.

Styrene acrylic white pastel base paint - PVC 30% - Acronal* S559

This formulation is for an interior/exterior white pastel base paint provided by Ashland, formulated to meet specific performance requirements.
Components:
- aquaflow™ NLS-220E and aquaflow™ NHS-300E: Nonionic synthetic associative thickeners (NSAT).
- Acronal S559 (Styrene acrylic): White pastel base paint.
- Water: Vehicle.
- Sodium Polyphosphate (Calgon N): Wetting/dispersing agent.
- Ammonium Polyacrylate (Dispex CX 4240): Wetting/dispersing agent.
- Phosphate ester (Strodex PK 85NV): Co-dispersant.
- Biocide (Parmetol A28S): In-can preservative.
- Emulsion of hydrocarbons (Drewplus™ L-1311E): Foam control agent.
- Alkaline (pHLEX 400): Neutralizing agent.
- Titanium dioxide pigment (Tioxide R-HD2): Pigment.
- Calcium Carbonate (Omyacarb extra-CL): Extender.
- Styrene Acrylic Emulsion (Acronal S559): Binder.
Viscosity Properties:
- Brookfield Viscosity: 3110 mPa·s
- Stormer Viscosity: 115 KU
- ICI Viscosity: 250 mPa·s
Applied Properties:
- Leneta Leveling: 10 (1-10; 10=Best)
- Brush Leveling: 9 (1-10; 10=Best)
- Sag Resistance: 200 microns
These properties indicate the consistency, stability, and performance characteristics of the paint formulation, suggesting its suitability for both interior and exterior applications, with excellent leveling and brushability, as well as good sag resistance.

Pure acrylic, white pastel, base paint - PVC 30% - Glocryl*GR 1237 –

This is a formulation for an internal/external white pastel base paint provided by Ashland, designed to meet specific performance criteria.
Components:
- Aquaflow™ XLS-530E and Aquaflow™ NHS-350E: Rheology modifiers.
- Glocryl GR 1237 (Pure acrylic): White pastel base paint.
- Water: Vehicle.
- Sodium Polyphosphate (Calgon N): Wetting/dispersing agent.
- Ammonium Polyacrylate (Dispex CX 4240): Wetting/dispersing agent.
- Phosphate ester (Strodex™ PK 85NV): Co-dispersant.
- Biocide (Parmetol A28S): In-can preservative.
- Emulsion of hydrocarbons (Drewplus™ L-1311E): Foam control agent.
- Alkaline (pHLEX™ 400): Neutralizing agent.
- Titanium dioxide pigment (Tioxide R-HD2): Pigment.
- Calcium Carbonate (Omyacarb extra-CL): Extender.
- Pure acrylic emulsion (Glocryl GR 1237): Binder.
- Ester Alcohol (Texanol): Coalescing agent.
- Nonionic synthetic associative thickener (NSAT) (Aquaflow™ NHS-350E and Aquaflow™ XLS-530E): Rheology modifiers.
Viscosity Properties:
- Brookfield Viscosity: 4665 mPa·s
- Stormer Viscosity: 114 KU
- ICI Viscosity: 210 mPa·s
Applied Properties:
- Brush Leveling: 8.5 (1-10; 10=Best)
- Sag Resistance: 300 micron
These properties suggest the consistency, stability, and performance characteristics of the paint formulation, indicating its suitability for both internal and external applications, particularly for achieving a smooth and even finish.

Styrene acrylic interior flat white silicate paint - PVC 80% - Acronal* S559

This is an interior flat silicate paint formulation provided by Ashland, designed for specific performance characteristics.
Components:
- Natrosol™ Plus 330 (HMHEC): Hydrophobically modified hydroxyethylcellulose serving as a rheology modifier.
- Sol. of mod.Phosphonic acid salts (Sapetin D27): Dispersing agent.
- Sol. quaternary ammonium salts (Betolin Q40): Stabilizer.
- Foam control agent (Drewplus™ L-1311E): Controls foam formation during production and application.
- Titanium dioxide (Kronos 2190): Provides pigment.
- Calcium carbonate (Omyacarb 5 GU) and Talcum (Plus Talc H15): Act as extenders.
- Potassium silicate (Betolin P35) and Silanols (Betolin A11): Stabilizers for silicate-based paints.
- Styrene acrylic latex (Acronal S559): Binder component.
Let Down:
- Water: Vehicle.
Viscosity Properties:
- Brookfield Viscosity: 14500 mPa·s
- Stormer Viscosity: 113 KU
- ICI Viscosity: 70 mPa·s
Applied Properties:
- Stability at Room Temperature and 45°C: Very stable
- Applied Appearance: Very good
- Spatter Resistance: Good
These properties indicate the consistency, stability, and performance characteristics of the paint formulation, particularly its suitability for interior flat applications.

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DISPEX® CX 4240

General Information

Chemical Nature

Properties

Application

Usage Guidelines

Incorporation Method

Recommended Concentrations

Safety and Compliance

Brufasol® Yellow AL 30

RAL 1018, 1021, 1023, 2000, 2004, 3000, 3020, 6010, 6018 using Brufasol Yellow AL30 bismuth vanadate pigment

Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik

White gloss topcoat. Pure acrylic polymer dispersion PVC 12% - Primal* HG-98

White gloss topcoat. Pure acrylic polymer dispersion - interior & exterior white paint.

White anti-corrosive primer for airless spray based on Neocryl* XK-87 and Nubirox* 106

Styrene acrylic white pastel base paint - PVC 30% - Acronal* S559

Pure acrylic, white pastel, base paint - PVC 30% - Glocryl*GR 1237 –

Styrene acrylic interior flat white silicate paint - PVC 80% - Acronal* S559