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Afcona 4401

Chemical Family
Acrylics & Acrylates

Afcona - 4401 is a high molecular weight polymeric dispersant used for the deflocculation of all types of pigments.

Properties

Physical Form
  • Fluid
  • Liquid

Other characteristics

Brand
Afcona
End Uses

2K (2 component) Coating, Baking Paint, Inorganic Pigments, Organic Pigments, Radiation Curable Coating, Solventborne Coating, Solventless & High Solids Coating, Top Coat

Functions
Dispersant
Compatible Polymers & Resins

Acrylic-Melamine, Acrylics, Alkyds, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate (CAB), Epoxies (EP), Nitrocellulose, Polyesters, Polyurethanes (PU), Thermoplastic Acrylic, Thermosetting Acrylics, Unsaturated Polyester (UPE)

Carrier
  • 1-Methoxy-2-Propyl Acetate (MPA)
  • Butyl Acetate
  • Solvent-based
Markets
  • Automotive & Transportation
  • Paints & Coatings
Shelf LIfe
5 years
Soluble In
Butylacetate / Sec. butanol / PMA
Cure
Radiation Cure
Technology
  • CASE Ingredients
  • Industrial Additives & Materials
Incorporation

Afcona-4401 should be incorporated in the mill base before adding the pigments.

Storage Condition

Afcona-4401 should be stored in a cool, dry place.

Addition and Dosage

Add Afcona-4401 according to the dosages listed below, which should be calculated based on the percent of active ingredient in the dispersant and the weight of pigment in the formula:

Packaging Information
55 lb and 419 lb non-returnable containers.
Coating End Applications
  • 2K (2 component) Coating
  • Baking Paint
  • Radiation Curable Coating
  • Solventborne Coating
  • Solventless & High Solids Coating
  • Top Coat

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Colormax. 4Gardner
Active Ingredients50 - 54%
Density (at 20°C)0.94 - 0.96g/cm³
Amine Value45 - 60mg KOH/g
Flash Point24.0°C

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