SURFADOL® 331

Low-foam Wetting and Dispersing Agent, Pigment Grind Aid

SURFADOL® 331

(Alternative to Surfynol CT-111, Surfynol CT-121, Surfynol CT-324)

Special properties

  • • acetylenic diol based nonionic surfactants
  • • specifically designed for water-based systems
  • • improves wetting and dispersing performance of wide range of pigments
  • • used as dispersant in resin-free system, as co-dispersant and grind aid in resin system
  • • silicone free

Examples of application

  • • inorganic pigments, pigment dispersions
  • • water-based inks and coatings

Processing instructions

  • • Maintain adequate agitation and allow mix times of at least 15–30 minutes.
  • • Addition to the system as supplied or as a predilution is possible.
  • • Addition to the grind stage.

Typical properties

Active matter2,4,7,9-Tetramethyl-5-decyne-4,7-diol and Alcohol Ethoxylates
Active matter content80%
SolventEthylene Glycol
HLB value8-11
Suggested use level1%-3% w.t.

Specifications

Test ItemStandard
AppearanceLight yellow liquid
APHA Color (Pt-Co)≤350
Density at 25°C, g/cm30.900-1.000

Package and storage

The standard package for this material is 180kg plastic drums, 4 drums per pallet.

It is also available in 20kg pails, 18 pails per pallet.

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place.

The shelf life for this product is 24 months from the date of manufacture.