About aurorium

aurorium is a supplier in the specialty chemicals industry, established in 1857. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, aurorium boasts a rich heritage of innovation and excellence, with a commitment to quality and sustainability. aurorium offers innovative solutions that enhance coating performance, ensuring improved durability, aesthetics, and functionality. Their high-performance additives and binders are crucial in achieving superior surface finishes and protection. aurorium's expertise in this area helps manufacturers meet the stringent requirements of various applications, from industrial to decorative coatings.

Surfactol® 365

Surfactol® 365 by aurorium is a non-ionic surfactant based on the addition of ethylene oxide to the hydroxyl groups in castor oil. Acts as a wetting agent, defoamer, emulsifier and anti-static agent. Shows dispersibility or complete solubility of the product. It is ideal for low-foaming oil in water emulsions. It utilizes the properties of castor oil such as lubricity, penetration, pigment wetting and dye enhancement in water-based systems. Shows compatibility with urethane intermediate, polymers, oils, fats, waxes, oleoresinous binders, insecticides, polyesters and acrylics. Surfactol® 365 is suitable for coatings and ink applications.

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Surfactol® 318

Surfactol® 318 by aurorium is a non-ionic surfactant based on the addition of ethylene oxide to the hydroxyl groups in castor oil. Acts as a defoamer, emulsifier, wetting and anti-static agent. Shows dispersibility or complete solubility of the product. It is ideal for low-foaming oil/ water emulsions. It utilizes the properties of castor oil such as lubricity, penetration, pigment wetting and dye enhancement in water-based systems. Shows compatibility with urethane intermediate, polymers, polyester and acrylic resin. Surfactol® 318 is recommended for coatings and inks applications.

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AA Standard Castor Oil

AA Standard Castor Oil by aurorium is a high-purity, refined castor oil. Suitable for use in coatings and inks. AA Standard Castor Oil offers low color with low acidity and low moisture content. Shows compatibility with polyols. It has a slower evaporation rate relative to n-butylacetate.