Additive

TEGO® Powder Aid D01

TEGO® Powder Aid D01 is a solid multifunctional polymeric additive for powder coatings. It provides pigment wetting, reduced melt viscosity, improved gloss, and leveling.

Product information

Effects

Type

Additive

Sub type

Special effects

Sustainability

Sustainable feedstocks

  • Bio-based content on delivery form: 6 wt%
  • Biobased carbon on total organic carbon content (ASTM D6866): 7 %

Next generation solution

Contains no biocide

Markets

Technologies

Powder

Manufacturer

TEGO Powder Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • effective with high inorganic filler and pigment content
  • particularly for carbon black and other organic pigments

Technical data

active matter content
100 %
appearance
waxy solid
chemical description
high molecular weight polymer
delivery form
pellets

Properties

Flow/leveling
4/5
Gloss and DOI improvement
5/5
Degassing
4/5
Recoatability
4/5
Overbake resistance
3/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 0.5 - 2 wt-%.

Processing instructions

Incorporation within the raw material pre-mix and processing through extrusion.

Handling & storage

When stored in original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacture.