Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Allnex CYCAT 600 Acid Catalyst

Allnex CYCAT 600 is a high-performance acid catalyst from Allnex’s CYCAT series, designed for ambient-cure and low-bake coatings. It accelerates esterification and crosslinking in polyester, acrylic, and alkyd resin systems. Offering excellent storage stability and low volatility, it enhances film hardness and gloss while minimizing side reactions. Widely used in automotive refinish, industrial wood, and coil coatings.
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  • allnex cycat 600 acid catalyst_61401aef

Features Of Allnex CYCAT 600 Acid Catalyst

  1. Highly effective para-toluenesulfonic acid (p-TSA) derivative with controlled reactivity for precise cure kinetics.

  2. Low volatility and reduced odor compared to conventional strong acid catalysts, improving workplace safety and handling.

  3. Excellent solubility in common organic solvents and compatibility with alkyd, polyester, and acrylic resin systems.

  4. Enables low-temperature curing without compromising film hardness or chemical resistance.

  5. Non-hygroscopic formulation ensures consistent performance and shelf stability under ambient storage conditions.

Typical Applications Of Allnex CYCAT 600 Acid Catalyst

  1. Automotive refinish coatings requiring fast, low-bake cure profiles.

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings for metal substrates exposed to harsh environments.

  3. General-purpose coil coatings where balanced pot life and through-cure are critical.

  4. Wood coatings demanding low yellowing and high gloss retention after curing.

  5. Can coatings for food-contact and beverage applications compliant with FDA-relevant regulatory frameworks.

Specifications Of Allnex CYCAT 600 Acid Catalyst

Chemical TypePara-toluenesulfonic acid derivative
Product FormPowder
AppearanceWhite to off-white crystalline solid
pH (1% aqueous solution)Approx. 1.5–2.0
SolubilityFreely soluble in ethanol, acetone, xylene, and ethyl acetate
Recommended Use Level0.1–0.5 wt% on total formulation solids
Storage ConditionsKeep in original sealed container at 15–25°C, protect from moisture
Key FeaturesControlled acidity, low volatility, non-hygroscopic, solvent-compatible


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