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

BASF Efka 3288 Leveling Agent

BASF Efka 3288 is a silicone-free, high-performance leveling agent from the Efka® polymer additive series. Designed for solvent-borne and high-solids coatings, it enhances surface uniformity, reduces orange peel, and improves flow without affecting substrate wetting or gloss. Ideal for automotive refinish and industrial finishes where defect-free appearance is critical.
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Features Of BASF Efka 3288 Leveling Agent

  1. Highly effective in reducing surface tension to eliminate orange peel and improve flow/leveling in solvent-borne and high-solids coatings.

  2. Excellent compatibility with a broad range of resins including acrylics, polyesters, alkyds, and epoxy systems.

  3. Low foaming tendency — minimizes air entrapment and supports defect-free film formation.

  4. Thermally stable up to 200 °C, enabling use in baking finishes without degradation or volatile emissions.

  5. Non-silicone chemistry — avoids silicone-related recoatability issues and substrate contamination risks.

Typical Applications Of BASF Efka 3288 Leveling Agent

  1. Automotive OEM and refinish topcoats (solvent-borne and high-solids).

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings for metal substrates.

  3. Coil coatings requiring uniform appearance and edge coverage.

  4. General-purpose decorative and protective architectural coatings.

  5. Plastic coatings where silicone-free performance is critical.

Specifications Of BASF Efka 3288 Leveling Agent

Chemical TypeModified polyacrylate
Product FormLiquid
AppearancePale yellow to amber clear liquid
Primary ApplicationsSolvent-borne and high-solids industrial coatings
Key FeaturesNon-silicone, low-foaming, thermally stable
BenefitsImproved leveling, enhanced gloss uniformity, excellent substrate wetting
Recommended Use Level0.1–0.5 wt% on total formulation
Storage StabilityStable for ≥12 months at 5–30 °C in sealed container


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