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

Dow ACRYSOL DR72 Hydrophobically modified alkali Swellable Thickener

Dow ACRYSOL DR72 is a hydrophobically modified alkali-swellable emulsion (HASE) thickener from Dow’s ACRYSOL series, delivering high-efficiency viscosity build, excellent sag resistance, and robust rheology control in waterborne coatings and architectural paints under alkaline conditions.
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Features Of Dow ACRYSOL DR72 Hydrophobically modified alkali Swellable Thickener

  1. Delivers excellent rheology control with high mid-shear viscosity and strong sag resistance in waterborne coatings.

  2. Provides outstanding compatibility with a broad range of surfactants, coalescents, and biocides commonly used in architectural and industrial formulations.

  3. Offers robust pH stability across the alkaline range (pH 8.0–10.5), enabling reliable thickening without premature viscosity loss.

  4. Imparts low spatter and good leveling while maintaining excellent scrub resistance in finished paint films.

  5. Enables efficient formulation with low addition levels (typically 0.2–0.6 wt%), reducing raw material cost and simplifying manufacturing.

Typical Applications Of Dow ACRYSOL DR72 Hydrophobically modified alkali Swellable Thickener

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

  2. Textured coatings and elastomeric wall coatings.

  3. Primer and masonry sealers requiring high solids and anti-sag performance.

  4. Industrial maintenance coatings for metal and concrete substrates.

  5. Waterborne wood finishes and stains where clarity and film integrity are critical.

Specifications Of Dow ACRYSOL DR72 Hydrophobically modified alkali Swellable Thickener

Chemical TypeHydrophobically modified alkali-swellable emulsion (HASE)
Product FormAqueous dispersion
AppearanceOpaque white to off-white liquid
pH (as received)3.0–4.5
Active Content (wt%)28.0–32.0%
Viscosity (Brookfield RVT, spindle #3, 20 rpm, 25°C)500–2,500 cP
Primary ApplicationsArchitectural and industrial waterborne coatings
Key FeaturesRheology modifier, sag resistance, spatter control, alkaline activation


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