New clay rheological additive from Elementis for cementitious tile adhesives
Last update on May 22, 2026
Formulators working on cementitious tile adhesives (CTA) for large-format tile applications can now evaluate BENAQUA® 6000, a hectorite clay–based rheological additive introduced by Elementis.
The additive is engineered to solve formulation challenges, helping cementitious tile adhesive (CTA) manufacturers meet the demands of large-format tile installation while simplifying formulations and reducing reliance on multiple cellulose ethers.
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Supports low-VOC formulations
According to the supplier, BENAQUA® 6000 is based on natural hectorite clay technology, it is a 100% active powder (>97% active content) that delivers extended open time (>30 minutes), exceptional sag control (<0.5 mm slip), and a unique “buttery” consistency, all while maintaining high adhesion strength (>1.0 N/mm²) after heat aging and water immersion. The additive enables manufacturers to achieve C2TE classification (EN 12004 / ISO 13007) with simple, low-cost formulations.
You can review technical datasheets for BENAQUA® in the Master Catalog of Adhesives.
Elementis states that BENAQUA® 6000 offers broad compatibility with all common dry-mix ingredients and allows more flexibility for the formulator to choose a more effective combination of raw materials, helping to maintain consistent performance. Its 100% natural origin supports green building profiles and low-VOC formulations. The additive is fully compliant with ISO 13007, EN 12004 (C2TE), and ANSI A118 standards, facilitating global market access.
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According to the company, BENAQUA® 6000 is suitable for cementitious tile adhesives, stucco, pool plasters, and skim coats. It works seamlessly with other Elementis additives for dry-mix formulations and is backed by Elementis’ global technical service and application laboratories.
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You can compare and review technical data sheets of rheology modifiers/thickeners supplied by Elementis in the Master Catalog of Adhesives.