WACKER® Catalyst EM 440
WACKER® Catalyst EM 440 is an emulsion that contains a highly reactive platinum catalyst. This product is specifically designed to be used as a component in release coating formulations for the production of release papers and films. It exhibits high reactivity and superior wetting properties, ensuring good anchorage and shear stability in the application process.
Product families
- Coated Paper & Paperboard
Other characteristics
- Brand
- WACKER
- Functions
- Catalyst
- Markets
- Industrial
- Properties
- High reactivity
- Superior good wetting properties
- Gooed anchorage
- Good sheer stability
- Coating Type
- Release Coating
- Safety Note
Siloxane EM Catalysts should never get into direct contact with concentrated Siloxane Crosslinker Emuslions or Alkaline Systems, since this may cause a uncontrolled emission of hydrogen. The formation of hydrogen might lead together with air to the explosive mixtures.
- Technology
- CASE Ingredients
- Industrial Additives & Materials
- Labeling Claims
- Animal Products-free
- BSE-free
- TSE-free
- Quality Standards
- BS EN 71:2016 Safety of Toys Standard
- Specific Features
- Catalyst
- Emulsions
- Application Details
WACKER® CATALYST EM 440 is compounded with Silicone Emulsion Crosslinkers and Dehesive® Emulsions. It used to produce film based release liners.
- Storage Information
Store in a dry and cool place. Silicone emulsions are not freeze/thaw stable!
- Catalyst Active Site
- Platinum (Pt)
Technical data
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2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Density (at 20°C) | approx. 1 | g/cm³ |
| Solid Content | 50 | % |
