Printing Inks and OPVs
Printed coatings and inks perform most effectively when properly formulated with micronized wax additives that improve slip, rub, scratch, and block resistance. From flexo to gravure to offset, we offer the most comprehensive line of additives for both high and low gloss printed surfaces.
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AquaBead® 525E
Request SampleAn anionic paraffin/carnauba wax emulsion ideal for water repellency and weather/moisture resistance
- Imparts a uniform sandpaper-like surface texture when formulated in a matte polyester/acrylic system
- Typically added into the powder coating pre-mix before extrusion
- PTFE (PFAS) free
- Natural, sustainable, and renewable
- Biodegradable
AquaPoly 215
Request SampleMicronized oxidized polyethylene for rub resistance and slip in aqueous systems
- Provides good rub and mar resistance
- Improves slip properties
- Imparts antiblocking
- Economical
AquaPoly 250
Request SampleA unique micronized polyethylene wax blend for maximum rub and scratch resistance with improved slip in aqueous systems
- A hard, high density modified polyethylene blend
- Provides outstanding rub, mar and scratch resistance
- Adds slip properties
- Imparts antiblocking
Aquawax 214VF
Request SampleOxidized synthetic wax for rub resistance and improved surface slip
- Imparts a high degree of lubricity
- Lowers COF
- Improves rub resistance
- Economical alternative to polyethylene waxes
MicroKlear 116
Request SampleA micronized composite of polyethylene and carnauba wax for surface slip and scratch resistance with excellent clarity and gloss retention. Also useful in seed coatings.
- Provides an excellent combination of slip, abrasion resistance, and scratch resistance
- Ideal for applications where excellent gloss and clarity are required
- In coil coatings, provides maximum slip for forming and fabrication of finished coil
- Reduces coil coating surface haze post-bake and water quench
- Provides excellent slip, scratch resistance and food release properties in metal packaging coatings
MicroKlear 418AL
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Aluminum oxide modified carnauba wax for maximum scratch resistance with surface slip, clarity and gloss retention. Also useful as an additive in seed coatings
- Carnauba wax composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Provides maximum scratch resistance with surface lubricity
- Does not adversely affect clarity or gloss
- Easier-to-disperse nanotechnology in a safe, non-nano powder
- Composite wax/aluminum oxide particle is less abrasive on processing equipment compared to free aluminum oxide
- Effective replacement for PTFE additives
MicroMatte® 1011 UVW
Request SampleAn economical modified polypropylene wax densified with inorganic pigment for consistent gloss control and stability in water based and UV/EB coatings
- Effective gloss control with good in-can stability
- Adds slip with scratch and mar resistance
- Nonabrasive wax technology imparts a smoother surface feel vs. silica-based additives
- Provides burnish and blocking resistance
MicroMatte® 1213 UVW
Request SampleA modified polypropylene wax densified with silica for consistent gloss control with clarity and stability in water based and UV/EB coatings
- Effective gloss control with good in-can stability
- Adds slip with scratch and mar resistance
- Nonabrasive wax technology imparts a smoother surface feel vs. silica-based additives
- Provides burnish and blocking resistance
- Improved film clarity vs. MicroMatte 1011 UVW
Microspersion® 1213 UVW
Request SampleA water based anionic dispersion of modified polypropylene wax, densified with silica for consistent gloss control with clarity and stability in water based and UV/EB coatings
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable anionic acrylic-stabilized wax dispersion
- Effective gloss control with good in-can stability
- Adds slip with scratch and mar resistance
- Nonabrasive wax technology imparts a smoother surface feel vs. silica-based additives
- Provides burnish and blocking resistance
Microspersion® 215-50
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of oxidized polyethylene for rub resistance and improved surface slip
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Provides good rub and mar resistance
- Improves slip properties
- Imparts antiblocking
- Economical
Microspersion® 230-50
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of an economical grade of micronized polyethylene wax for abrasion resistance and slip
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Imparts abrasion resistance with some slip
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
Microspersion® 250-50
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of micronized oxidized polyethylene wax for maximum rub and scratch resistance with improved slip in aqueous systems
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- A hard, high density modified polyethylene blend
- Provides outstanding rub, mar and scratch resistance
- Adds slip properties
- Imparts antiblocking
Microspersion® 31HD-40
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of finely micronized densified polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control with superior in-can stability in water based paints, coatings and inks
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Efficient gloss reduction from satin to matte finish
- Improves burnish resistance vs. silica mattifiers
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in most water based systems
- Imparts anti-slip properties
Microspersion® 418AL-40
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A nonionic water based dispersion of aluminum oxide modified carnauba wax for maximum scratch resistance with surface slip, clarity and gloss retention. Also useful as an additive in seed coatings
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Natural carnauba wax composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Provides maximum scratch resistance with surface lubricity
- Does not adversely affect clarity or gloss
- Composite wax/aluminum oxide particle is less abrasive on processing equipment compared to free aluminum oxide
- In seed coatings, improves anti-blocking, flow, and abrasion resistance
Microspersion® 526E
Request SampleAn anionic modified polyethylene wax emulsion for improving surface properties in water based coatings
- Imparts slip, scuff and abrasion resistance
- Improves mar resistance, block resistance and slide angle of water based inks, coatings and overprint varnishes
- Adds early water resistance
- Provides optimum surface protection while maintaining excellent gloss and film clarity
Microspersion® 611-50
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of a high performance grade of micronized polyethylene wax for inks and coatings
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Imparts excellent rub and mar resistance with good surface slip
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
- Good heat resistance
- Better resistance to solvent absorption and swelling when compared to synthetic waxes
Microspersion® 620VF-50
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of high performance micronized polyethylene wax which provides a unique combination of surface slip, abrasion/rub resistance, and antiblocking in a wide variety of coatings and inks
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Imparts excellent abrasion, rub and mar resistance with good surface slip
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
- Adds heat resistance
- Better resistance to solvent absorption and swelling when compared to synthetic waxes
Microspersion® 930
Request SampleA unique aqueous dispersion of micronized wax and emulsified wax
- Nonionic dispersion of microfine polyethylene component provides rub resistance and hardness
- Polyethylene emulsion component provides improved gloss retention
- Especially useful in high gloss water based OPV's
Microspersion® NM31-35
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A nonionic water based dispersion of finely micronized natural, biodegradable PHBV for efficient matting and burnish resistance in paints, coatings and inks
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Natural biofermentation powder
- Tough, high molecular weight biopolymer provides efficient gloss reduction
- Improved burnish resistance, better than many synthetic additives
- Imparts anti-slip properties
- Freshwater and marine biodegradable to OECD test standards
Microspersion® R331-50
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A anionic water based dispersion of finely micronized rice bran wax for use in industrial coatings and agrochemical products
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable anionic wax dispersion
- Natural wax
- Excellent burnish and abrasion resistance compared to synthetic wax additives
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
- Improves lubricity, dust-off, and block resistance in seed coatings
- Effective dry powder binding agent
MicroTouch 800VF
Request SampleHighly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 800XF
Request SampleHighly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 800XXF
Request SampleHighly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 850XF
Request SampleHighly resilient modified spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Modified to enhance surface slip and lubricity
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MP-22XF
Request SampleHigh performance, versatile grade of micronized synthetic wax for improved slip, scratch and rub resistance in a wide variety and paints, coatings and inks
- Imparts a high degree of lubricity and slip with rub and mar resistance
- Provides antiblocking properties
- Gives long-lasting water beading and weather resistance to exterior alkyd-based stains
- Consider MP-22C & MP-28C (spherical) for improved surface slip
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
- Not a microplastic per ECHA definitions
MPP-230F
Request SampleEconomical grade of micronized polyethylene wax for abrasion resistance and slip
- Imparts abrasion resistance with some slip
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Consider MPP-230EZ for an easier to disperse option
- Suitable for use in powder coatings as a de-gassing additive
MPP-611AL
Request SampleA highly engineered HDPE/aluminum oxide nanocomposite for unsurpassed scratch and scuff resistance
- Maximum scratch and scuff resistance with slip and lubricity
- HDPE composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Easier-to-disperse nanotechnology in a safe, non-nano powder
- Composite particle density maximizes efficiency and minimizes settling
- Effective replacement for PTFE additives
MPP-620VF
Request SampleHigh performance micronized polyethylene wax which provides a unique combination of surface slip, abrasion/rub resistance, and antiblocking in a wide variety of coatings and inks
- Imparts excellent abrasion, rub and mar resistance with good surface slip
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
- Adds heat resistance
- Better resistance to solvent absorption and swelling when compared to Fischer-Tropsch (synthetic) waxes
MPP-635VF
Request SampleMicronized high molecular weight polyethylene wax for maximum rub and abrasion resistance in inks and coatings
- Crystalline, high melting point wax provides superior rub and abrasion resistance
- Imparts excellent antiblocking properties
- High molecular weight and hardness improves resistance to solvent absorption and swelling
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
NatureFine R331
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Finely micronized rice bran wax for use in industrial coatings and agrochemical products
- Natural food grade wax conforming to 21CFR 172.890
- Excellent burnish and abrasion resistance compared to synthetic wax additives
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
- Improves lubricity, dust-off, and block resistance in seed coatings
- Effective dry powder binding agent
- Microplastic alternative
PropylMatte 31
Request SampleFinely micronized polypropylene for efficient matting and gloss control in paints, coatings and inks
- Provides consistent gloss reduction with no effect on coating viscosity
- Tough, high molecular weight polymer imparts burnish and abrasion resistance
- Imparts anti-slip properties
- Density (0.89) ideal for solvent based systems
- For more efficient matting with a fine microtexture, try PropylTex 325S/270S
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylMatte 31HD
Request SampleFinely micronized densified polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control with superior in-can stability in water based paints, coatings and inks
- Efficient gloss reduction from satin to matte finish
- Improves burnish resistance vs. silica mattifiers
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in most water based systems
- Imparts anti-slip properties
- For more efficient matting with a fine microtexture, try PropylTex 325HD/270HD
AquaBead® R331E
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A high solids nonionic rice bran wax emulsion providing water repellency and lubricity with excellent rub and abrasion resistance
- Based on natural, biodegradable, sustainable and upcycled rice bran wax
- Adds slip and rub resistance to high gloss inks and coatings
- Excellent abrasion resistance
- Outstanding water repellency/beading properties superior to paraffin emulsions
- Developed for broad compliance in food packaging and agrochemicals
GraphShield 777
Request SampleA versatile soluble nanocomposite powder of graphene and acrylic resin for liquid coatings
- Dry graphene composite powder is soluble in both solvent (alcohols, glycols, glycol ethers) and alkaline water based systems for easy incorporation into most coatings
- Graphene can improve corrosion resistance, mechanical durability, and electrostatic dissipation properties
- For best results, pre-dissolve in a glycol ether compatible with your solvent or waterbased coating
- More stable and versatile than graphene dispersions
- Formulated exclusively with Asbury Carbons EFG technology
- Easier-to-disperse nanotechnology in a safe, non-nano powder
MicroTouch 875XF
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Naturally derived modified spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Naturally derived; Renewable Carbon Index (RCI) >61%
- Modified to enhance surface slip and lubricity
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
NatureTex® 140
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Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- 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
NatureTex® 270
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Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- 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
NatureTex® 200
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Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- 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
NatureTex® 325
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Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- 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
Microspersion® EZ-2
Request SampleA synergistic blend of surfactants ideal for making waterbased wax dispersions
- Improved stability vs. Microspersion® EZ
- Use 4% Microspersion EZ-2 with (optionally) a defoamer to disperse up to 50% wax solids
- 40CFR Part 180 compliant for seed and agricultural systems
- Microplastic-free
- For maximum wax dispersion storage stability, post-add a thickening agent to increase viscosity and slow wax flotation
- Refer to our brochure and video on "How to Disperse Micronized Wax" guide for complete use instructions
MP-28AL
Request SampleA value engineered synthetic wax/aluminum oxide nanocomposite for scratch and scuff resistance
- Improves scratch, scuff and mar resistance
- Adds surface slip and lubricity
- Excellent gloss retention
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
- Not a microplastic per ECHA definitions
NatureMatte® C44
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Fine cellulose powder for superior gloss reduction with excellent viscosity stability
- Highly effective matting additive capable of achieving single digit gloss (60°)
- Superior in-can stability with no impact on rheology
- Biodegradable
- Natural, sustainable, and renewable
- Microplastic alternative
PolyTuf® 1229
Request SampleA highly engineered LDPE/ceramic/nanoceramic composite for abrasion resistance and surface durability
- High performance additive for maximizing surface abrasion resistance (Taber) and film toughness
- Fortified with two types of hard, inert ceramic particles
- Low density polyethylene provides superior surface toughness, durability and mar resistance
- Ideal for walking surfaces
- PTFE-free alternative to Polyfluo 900
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
AquaPoly 250G
Request SampleA unique micronized polyethylene wax blend for maximum rub and scratch resistance with improved slip in aqueous systems
- A hard, high density modified polyethylene blend
- Provides outstanding rub, mar and scratch resistance
- Adds slip properties
- Imparts antiblocking
Microspersion® 1229-40
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of a highly engineered LDPE/ceramic/nanoceramic composite for abrasion resistance and surface durability
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- High performance additive for maximizing surface abrasion resistance (Taber) and film toughness
- Fortified with two types of hard, inert ceramic particles
- Low density polyethylene provides superior surface toughness, durability and mar resistance
- Ideal for walking surfaces
- Effective replacement for PTFE additives
Microspersion® 28AL-50
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of a value engineered synthetic wax/aluminum oxide nanocomposite for scratch and scuff resistance
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Improves scratch, scuff and mar resistance
- Adds surface slip and lubricity
- Excellent gloss retention
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
- Not a microplastic per ECHA definitions
Microspersion® 510E
Request SampleA nonionic polyethylene wax emulsion for improving surface properties in water based coatings
- Imparts slip, scuff and abrasion resistance
- Improves mar resistance, block resistance and slide angle of water based inks, coatings and overprint varnishes
- Adds early water resistance
- Provides optimum surface protection while maintaining excellent gloss and film clarity
- Broad global food contact compliance
Superslip 6515AL-EZ
Request SampleAn easy to disperse HDPE/EBS/aluminum oxide nanocomposite for maximum scratch, scuff and block resistance
- Maximum scratch resistance; equal to PE/PTFE additives
- Surface treated powder for effortless dispersion into waterbased systems
- HDPE/EBS composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Good abrasion resistance with slip and lubricity
- Amide wax component provides excellent antiblocking and release properties
- Ideal for can and container coatings; 21CFR 175.300 approved
MicroMatte® 1415-EZ
Request SampleA multifunctional matting additive that improves soil release and dirt pickup resistance in architectural coatings
- Complex wax composite dramatically improves DPUR vs. inorganic flattening agents
- Provides efficient gloss reduction
- Improves burnish resistance
- Surface treated for easy incorporation into waterbased systems
- Particle density provides optimal in-can stability
- Not classified as a microplastic