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ZirCan™ AZC XL

CAS Number
68309-95-5
EC Number
269-682-7
Chemical Name
Ammonium Zirconium Carbonate
Chemical Family
Carbonates

ZirCan™ AZC XL is a clear alkaline aqueous solution of low molecular weight ammonium zirconium carbonate. It is a reactive crosslinker with high activity for binding carboxylic acid and hydroxyl groups in binders used for coatings (coated paperboard, paints, adhesives, waterbased inks, latexes).

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid

Identification

CASE Ingredients Functions
Crosslinking Agent

Product families

Applications

Applications
  • Adhesives & Sealants — Other Adhesives & Sealants Applications; Paints & Coatings — Other Paints & Coatings Applications; Printing & Packaging — Other Printing & Packaging Applications
Industrial — Paper & Pulp
  • Coated Paper & Paperboard

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Monomers & Intermediates
  • Chain Extenders & Crosslinkers

Other characteristics

Brand
ZirCan
End Uses
Waterborne Ink
Functions
Crosslinking Agent
Labeling Claims
Formaldehyde-free
Compatible Polymers & Resins

Cellulose & Cellulosics, Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH), Styrene Acrylics, Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR)

Carrier
Water
Markets
  • Adhesives & Sealants
  • Industrial
  • Paints & Coatings
  • Printing & Packaging
Benefits

Rapid curing through drying and evaporation of ammonia and carbon dioxide.; Higher water resistance and printability.; Formaldehyde free.

PACKAGING
  • Tight-heads, 25 kg.
  • Drums, 300 kg.
  • Totes, 1500 kg.
  • Bulk Tanker.
Appearance
Colourless liquid
Regulations

Approved as a component of paper and paperboard in contact with foods (FDA 21 CFR 176.170).

Technology
CASE Ingredients
Packaging Type
  • Bulk
  • Drums
  • Totes (IBC)
Ink and Toner Type
Waterborne Ink
Storage and Handling

Keep container tightly closed at ambient temperature (10°C - 25 °C), protect from freezing.

Certifications and Compliance
FDA 21 CFR 176.170
Compatible Polymers and Resins
  • Cellulose & Cellulosics
  • Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH)
  • Styrene Acrylics
  • Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR)
Compatible Substrates and Surfaces
Paper

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Solids Content33.0 - 34.0%
Viscosity (25°C)10.0cps
Specific Gravity (25°C)1.20 - 1.30g/mL
pH9.0 - 10.0—

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