Afcona 2023

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Product families

Other characteristics

Brand

Afcona

Functions

Anti-Foaming Agent, Defoamer

Markets

• Consumer Goods
• Paints & Coatings

Solvent

Methoxy Propyl Acetate Alkylbenzene

Storage

AFCONA – 2023 should be stored in a cool dry place. When kept in an original unopened container, it will keep up to 5 years from the date of manufacture. The expiry date is indicated on the container

PACKAGING

25 kg and 170 kg non-returnable containers

Appearance

Slight Yellowish to Transparent Liquid

Technology

CASE Ingredients

Product Properties

AFCONA-2023 prevents the formation of foam and blisters during the manufacturing and application of solvent-based coatings; AFCONA-2023 has a moderate defoaming property and therefore considered as a very safe defoamer to use. It does not show obvious side effects like other defoamers.; AFCONA – 2023 is the silicone containing version of AFCONA – 2021. Both defoamers have very well balance of defoaming performance and causing in-can haziness.; AFCONA – 2023 is suitable from low polar system to high polar system, where else, AFCONA – 2018 is more suitable for medium polar to high polar system; AFCONA-2023 can be used in: 1) two-pack polyurethane system for refinish, wood and general industrial 2) NC and acid curing system for wood 3) industrial coatings like baking enamels, acrylic thermosetting and oil free polyester systems 4) Air drying systems like long and medium oil alkyd

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Addition and Dosage

0.1- 0.5% on total formulation. In general under normal conditions, the dosage is 0.20 – 0.40% based on total formulation. Incorporation AFCONA-2023 can be incorporated prior to processing. If added subsequently, good dispersion must be ensured.

Chemical Composition

Silicone containing defoaming polymer

Compatible Substrates and Surfaces

Wood