BENAQUA® 4000 by Elementis is an organically modified hectorite-based rheological additive for waterborne systems. It provides high viscosity in low- to medium-shear-rate region, superior sag resistance at low package viscosity and improved shear-thinning rheology.
- It has good storage stability at elevated temperature, freeze/thaw stability, enzyme resistance and colorant addition stability.
- It gives very good suspension, efficient spray atomization, minimized mud cracking, enhanced textured and stippling effects.
- BENAQUA® 4000 is applied to lower-gloss, matt emulsion paints, textured and high-build coatings, dry-fall paints, plasterboard coatings, primers/sealers, roads marking paints as well as semi-gloss emulsions.
- The typical use level is 0.3-2.0% by weight.
- It has a shelf life of 2 years from the date of manufacture.
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| Chemical Composition: | Polymer modified clay |
| Appearance | Powder |
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| Food Contact Approval | Yes |
| Certifications & Compliance | USFDA 21 CFR |
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Product Status:COMMERCIAL
BENAQUA® 4000 properties
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| Properties | Value & unit | Test condition | Test method |
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| Density | 1.63 g/cm3 | ||
| Non-volatile Content | 100 % | ||