MICROPRO 500
A higher molecular weight modified hybrid polypropylene wax for consistent gloss control with mar and abrasion resistance
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Improves mar, scratch and metal marking resistance
- Effective gloss control agent with good burnish resistance in low or medium gloss finishes
- Improved solvent resistance vs. Micropro 400
- Imparts antiblocking
- Low density will keep silica matting additives in suspension
COMPOSITION
Modified polypropylene
RECOMMENDED ADDITION LEVELS
0.5 - 2.0% (mar and abrasion resistance); 2.0 - 5.0% (gloss control)
SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS
Water based, solvent based and energy curable coatings and inks. Industrial coatings (including plastic, metal and leather); stains, sealers and varnishes; wood coatings; printing inks and OPV's (including flexo and gravure); powder coatings; interior and exterior can and container coatings; floor coatings.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
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| Appearance | Off-White Powder |
| Density at 25 °C (g/cc) | 0.95 |
| Maximum Particle Size (µm) | 22 |
| Mean Particle Size (µm) | 4.5 - 7.5 |
| Melting Point °C | 141 - 143 |
| Natural or Naturally Derived | No |
| NPIRI Grind | 2.0 - 3.5 |
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FEATURED PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES
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