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

Dow Acrysol DR-50 Associative Alkali-Swellable Thickener

Dow Acrysol DR-50 is a high-performance associative alkali-swellable thickener (AST) from Dow’s Acrysol polymer series, delivering exceptional rheology control, gloss retention, and sag resistance in waterborne paints and coatings without compromising flow or leveling.
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Features Of Dow Acrysol DR-50 Associative Alkali-Swellable Thickener

  1. Delivers high mid-shear viscosity for excellent sag resistance and brush/roller application performance.

  2. Provides superior flow and leveling control in waterborne architectural and industrial coatings.

  3. Offers outstanding compatibility with common surfactants, co-thickeners, and pigment dispersants.

  4. Delivers robust rheology retention after freeze-thaw cycling and long-term storage.

  5. Enables efficient thickening at low dosage levels with minimal impact on color development and gloss.

Typical Applications Of Dow Acrysol DR-50 Associative Alkali-Swellable Thickener

  1. Interior and exterior architectural flat and low-sheen latex paints.

  2. Waterborne industrial maintenance coatings for metal and concrete substrates.

  3. Acrylic-based primers and sealers requiring balanced viscosity and open time.

  4. Textured decorative coatings and elastomeric wall systems.

  5. Low-VOC and zero-VOC compliant coating formulations.

Specifications Of Dow Acrysol DR-50 Associative Alkali-Swellable Thickener

Chemical TypeAssociative alkali-swellable emulsion (ASE)
Product FormAqueous dispersion
AppearanceWhite to off-white opaque liquid
pH (as received)2.5 – 4.0
Active Content (wt%)30.0 – 32.0%
Viscosity (Brookfield, Spindle #3, 20 rpm, 25°C)1,500 – 4,500 cP
Specific Gravity (25°C)1.02 – 1.06 g/cm³
Freeze-Thaw StabilityStable after 3 cycles (–18°C for 16 h / 25°C for 8 h)


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