Bentone SD® -3

Bentone SD® -3 by Elementis is an organic derivative of hectorite clay-based highly efficient rheological additive. It is designed for use in coating systems with a wide range of solvent polarities. It offers improved dispersibility characteristics and provides stable viscosity, controls sag and suspends pigments.

• It disperses readily when added directly at the pigment-grinding stage and improves batch-to batch consistency.
• It does not require pre-gelling or a chemical activator, enabling fast plant throughput and efficient processing.
• It proves to be a cost-effective alternative to other organoclay rheological additives and fumed silica.
• Bentone SD® -3 is used for applications like acrylic paints, anti-corrosion maintenance paints, automotive finishes/primers, bituminous coatings, chlorinated rubber paints, decorative coatings, gravure printing inks, hammer finishes, industrial finishes, marine paints, oil paints, polyester paints, primers, and vinyl paints (high build).
• It is suitable for alkyd, epoxy and PU two pack-systems.
• Recommended dosage level is 0.2-1% by weight.
• It has a shelf life of 4 years.