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High-shear viscosity control for excellent sag resistance in vertical applications.
Strong associative thickening mechanism providing superior rheology modulation in low-VOC and zero-VOC formulations.
Excellent compatibility with anionic surfactants and common co-thickeners.
Good freeze-thaw stability and long-term storage performance in water-based systems.
Low foaming profile, minimizing defoamer demand in architectural and industrial coatings.
Interior and exterior architectural paints (latex, acrylic emulsion-based).
Industrial maintenance coatings for metal and concrete substrates.
Water-based wood stains and clear finishes.
Decorative textured coatings and plasters.
Low-VOC and eco-label-compliant coating systems.
| Chemical Type | Acrylic associative polymeric thickener |
| Product Form | Liquid dispersion |
| Appearance | Opaque white to off-white viscous liquid |
| pH (1% aqueous solution) | 6.5 – 8.0 |
| Active Content (wt%) | 25 – 27% |
| Viscosity (Brookfield RVT, Spindle #3, 20 rpm, 25°C) | 1,500 – 4,000 mPa·s |
| Primary Applications | Rheology modifier for waterborne coatings and construction chemicals |
| Key Features | Non-ionic, surfactant-compatible, low-odor, APEO-free |
Q1: What type of rheology does Thixol 53L provide in waterborne formulations?
A: Thixol 53L delivers strong pseudoplastic (shear-thinning) behavior with excellent flow recovery and high mid-shear viscosity, supporting sag resistance and brush/roller application performance while maintaining good leveling.
Q2: Is Thixol 53L compatible with common co-thickeners and rheology modifiers?
A: Yes — Thixol 53L is designed to be compatible with cellulosic thickeners, hydrophobically modified ethoxylated urethanes (HEURs), and associative polyacrylates, enabling synergistic rheology tuning in complex architectural and industrial coating systems.
Q3: How should Thixol 53L be incorporated into a formulation?
A: It is typically added during the let-down stage, either neat or pre-diluted in water or a compatible solvent. Efficient dispersion requires moderate agitation; avoid high-shear addition directly to highly ionic or low-pH phases without prior dilution.
Q4: Does Thixol 53L offer stability in freeze-thaw and long-term storage conditions?
A: When properly formulated, Thixol 53L contributes to robust freeze-thaw stability and maintains consistent viscosity over extended storage, especially in neutral-to-slightly alkaline systems where its associative network remains intact.
Q5: Can Thixol 53L be used in low-VOC or zero-VOC coatings?
A: Yes — Thixol 53L is a water-based, non-alkylphenol ethoxylate (APEO)-free thickener suitable for low- and zero-VOC architectural and industrial coatings, aligning with modern environmental and regulatory expectations.
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