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

BASF Poligen WE 7 Polyethylene Wax Emulsion

BASF Poligen WE 7 is a high-performance polyethylene wax emulsion from BASF’s Poligen WE series, offering excellent matting, slip, and abrasion resistance in waterborne coatings and inks. It features low viscosity, good storage stability, and easy incorporation without solvents—ideal for eco-friendly industrial formulations requiring consistent surface functionality and efficient processing.
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Features Of BASF Poligen WE 7 Polyethylene Wax Emulsion

  1. Highly stable anionic polyethylene wax emulsion with excellent shelf life and freeze-thaw resistance.

  2. Delivers superior slip, abrasion resistance, and surface gloss enhancement in aqueous systems.

  3. Low viscosity and easy incorporation into water-based formulations without high-shear mixing.

  4. Non-ionic surfactant-free composition ensures compatibility with cationic additives and low foaming behavior.

  5. Complies with REACH and is suitable for coatings and inks requiring low VOC and eco-friendly profiles.

Typical Applications Of BASF Poligen WE 7 Polyethylene Wax Emulsion

  1. Water-based architectural and industrial coatings for enhanced mar resistance and rub-off protection.

  2. Flexographic and gravure printing inks to improve printability, scuff resistance, and substrate adhesion.

  3. Wood coatings and varnishes where controlled matting and surface lubricity are critical.

  4. Paper and board coatings for improved surface smoothness, ink receptivity, and fold endurance.

  5. Aqueous adhesive formulations to reduce blocking and enhance open-time performance.

Specifications Of BASF Poligen WE 7 Polyethylene Wax Emulsion

Chemical TypeAnionic polyethylene wax emulsion
Product FormAqueous dispersion
AppearanceOpaque white liquid
pH (1% aqueous solution)7.5 – 8.5
Solids Content25.0 – 27.0 wt%
Particle Size (D50)150 – 250 nm
Viscosity (25°C, Brookfield RVT, spindle #3, 20 rpm)100 – 300 mPa·s
Freeze-Thaw StabilityPasses 3 cycles (−15°C/24 h → 23°C/24 h)


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