NATURETEX® 325

Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
  • Adds mild to moderate texture effects to the coating surface
  • Naturally derived and biodegradable in both freshwater and marine environments
  • High melting point
  • Hydroxyl functionality (OH value 116)
  • Microplastic alternative
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COMPOSITION

Cellulose acetate

RENEWABLE CARBON INDEX

61%

RECOMMENDED ADDITION LEVELS

2.0-5.0% depending on the level of gloss reduction desired (on total formula weight)

SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS

Water based, solvent based, industrial coatings including metal, plastics and masonry, architectural wall and trim paints; stains, sealers and varnishes; wood coatings; floor coatings.

Natural or Naturally Derived

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

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Density at 25 °C (g/cc)1.3
Maximum Particle Size (µm)44 (325 mesh)
Mean Particle Size (µm)10.0 - 15.0
Melting Point °C>230
Moisture Content<5%
Natural or Naturally DerivedYes
Formulation Advisory: NatureTex may begin to discolor at cure temperatures exceeding 180 °C, with thermal degradation beginning above 300 °C. NatureTex may have some solubility in ester, ketone, and glycol ether based formulas

FEATURED PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

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Burnish Resistance
In-Can Stability
Lubricity and Smooth Feel
Matting and Gloss Control
Scratch and Mar Resistance
Texture
Block Resistance
Matting and Gloss Control
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Slip and Mobility
Soft Touch
Texture
Block Resistance
In-Can Stability
Matting and Gloss Control
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Slip and Lubricity
Soft Touch/Silky Feel
Block Resistance
In-Can Stability
Matting and Gloss Control
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Slip and Lubricity
Soft Touch/Silky Feel
Block Resistance
Burnish Resistance
Heat Resistance
In-Can Stability
Matting and Gloss Control
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Slip and Lubricity
Texture
Block Resistance
Heat Resistance
Matting and Gloss Control
Rub Resistance
Slip and Lubricity
Soft Touch/Silky Feel
Abrasion Resistance
Block Resistance
Dustoff Resistance
Lubricity and Flow
Glide wax
Heat Resistance
Scratch and Abrasion Resistance
Slip and Mobility
Block Resistance
Burnish Resistance
Clarity
Lubricity and Smooth Feel
Matting and Gloss Control
Scratch and Mar Resistance
Soft Touch
Key: Effective     Very Effective     Extremely Effective

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