Aquaflow™ XLS-500

Aquaflow™ XLS-500 by Ashland is a hydrophobically modified polyether. It acts as a non-ionic associative rheology modifier. Is pH insensitive and biostable. It provides very efficient Stormer (KU) viscosity build and a unique rheology profile that delivers an unprecedented combination of leveling as well as sag resistance resulting in drip-free paint. It possesses exceptional viscosity retention on tinting, excellent gloss development and spatter resistance. It has been shown to be extremely effective when used in conjunction with a high-shear effective NSAT thickener such as Aquaflow™ XLS-500 for efficient ICI viscosity build, however, excellent compatibility has been demonstrated with all categories of synthetic associative thickeners and cellulose ethers.