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

Arkema Coatex RHEOTECH 3800 Acrylic Associative Thickener

Arkema Coatex RHEOTECH 3800 is a high-performance acrylic associative thickener from the RHEOTECH series, delivering excellent rheology control, sag resistance, and gloss retention in waterborne architectural and industrial coatings. It ensures efficient viscosity build, good shear-thinning behavior, and compatibility with diverse pigment systems and co-thickeners.
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Features Of Arkema Coatex RHEOTECH 3800 Acrylic Associative Thickener

  1. High-shear viscosity control for excellent sag resistance and leveling in architectural coatings.

  2. Strong associative thickening mechanism delivering robust rheology profile across a wide pH range (6–10).

  3. Low VOC and APEO-free formulation, supporting sustainable product development and regulatory compliance.

  4. Excellent compatibility with common co-thickeners, surfactants, and pigment dispersions in waterborne systems.

  5. Stable viscosity retention under freeze-thaw cycling and long-term storage conditions.

Typical Applications Of Arkema Coatex RHEOTECH 3800 Acrylic Associative Thickener

  1. Interior and exterior architectural wall paints (latex-based).

  2. Textured decorative coatings and elastomeric finishes.

  3. Waterborne primers and undercoats for masonry and drywall.

  4. Low-VOC and eco-label compliant decorative coating formulations.

Specifications Of Arkema Coatex RHEOTECH 3800 Acrylic Associative Thickener

Chemical TypeAcrylic associative polymeric thickener
Product FormAqueous dispersion
AppearanceOpaque white liquid
pH (1% aqueous solution)7.0–9.0
Solids Content (wt%)30.0–32.0
Density (25°C, g/cm³)1.02–1.04
Viscosity (Brookfield RVT, spindle #3, 20 rpm, 25°C)1,500–4,000 cP
Primary ApplicationsArchitectural waterborne coatings requiring balanced flow/leveling and anti-sag performance


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