Micro Powders Introduces PTFE-free Texture Additive for Powder Coatings

With regulatory restrictions on the horizon for PFAS substances, formulators currently using PTFE based additives are scrambling to find replacement ingredients. MicroTex® 950 is the solution for safe and compliant, high performance powder coatings.

The new ingredient provides uniform fine texturing with the ability to achieve single digit gloss reduction similar to PTFE texturizers. Early field testing has proven effective results in chemistry including polyester/TGIC, polyester/HAA, and polyester/epoxy.

MicroTex® 950 and several other new products will be on display at stand 5|5-440 at the European Coatings Show in March in Nuremburg, Germany.

Micro Powders announced in November 2024 that it will exit the PTFE market by the end of 2025. This decision supports the company's dedication to providing cutting-edge additive technology that aligns with company values and conforms to global environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Over the past several years, Micro Powders has developed a portfolio of PTFE-free replacement products based on their unique nanocomposite technology. These additives perform as well or even better than their PTFE-containing counterparts, oftentimes at a lower cost. Many customers have already successfully transitioned to these products across a multitude of industries including can and container coatings, graphic arts, and architectural coatings.

Source: Micro Powders