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

Dow Acrysol DR-72 Thickener

Dow Acrysol DR-72 Thickener is a high-performance associative rheology modifier from Dow’s Acrysol series. It delivers robust viscosity control, excellent shear-thinning behavior, and superior suspension stability in waterborne coatings, architectural paints, and industrial formulations—without compromising flow or leveling. Widely trusted for consistency and ease of use across diverse pH and ionic strength conditions.
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Features Of Dow Acrysol DR-72 Thickener

  1. High-shear rheology modifier delivering excellent sag resistance in vertical applications.

  2. Enables efficient viscosity build with low dosage requirements, reducing formulation costs.

  3. Provides outstanding compatibility with anionic and nonionic surfactants commonly used in industrial cleaners and coatings.

  4. Delivers stable, non-dripping performance across a broad pH range (pH 4–12).

  5. Offers freeze-thaw stability in water-based systems without compromising thickening efficiency.

Typical Applications Of Dow Acrysol DR-72 Thickener

  1. Architectural and industrial waterborne paints and coatings.

  2. Heavy-duty liquid detergents and institutional cleaning formulations.

  3. Water-based adhesives and sealants requiring controlled flow and anti-sag properties.

  4. Textile printing pastes and pigment dispersions.

  5. Agrochemical suspension concentrates (SCs) and aqueous pesticide formulations.

Specifications Of Dow Acrysol DR-72 Thickener

Chemical TypeAcrylic copolymer (anionic, associative)
Product FormAqueous dispersion
AppearanceOpaque white to off-white liquid
pH (as supplied, 1% solution)3.5 – 4.5
Active Content (wt%)28 – 32%
Viscosity (Brookfield RVT, spindle #3, 20 rpm, 25°C)500 – 1,500 cP
Specific Gravity (25°C)1.02 – 1.06
Freeze-Thaw StabilityStable after three cycles (-18°C for 16 h / 25°C for 8 h)


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