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

Dow Acrysol RM-725 Hydrophobic Alkali-Swellable Thickener

Dow Acrysol RM-725 is a hydrophobic alkali-swellable associative thickener from Dow’s Acrysol polymer series, delivering high shear viscosity build, excellent sag resistance, and robust rheology control in waterborne coatings without compromising flow or leveling.
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Features Of Dow Acrysol RM-725 Hydrophobic Alkali-Swellable Thickener

  1. Delivers high-shear viscosity stability in waterborne formulations, minimizing sag and drip during application.

  2. Provides excellent resistance to microbial degradation due to its hydrophobic backbone and low-water-activity structure.

  3. Offers robust thickening performance across a broad pH range (7.5–10.5) after alkaline activation.

  4. Enhances latex coalescence and film formation without compromising open time or leveling.

  5. Enables efficient rheology control with low dosage requirements—typically 0.2–0.6 wt% on total formulation basis.

Typical Applications Of Dow Acrysol RM-725 Hydrophobic Alkali-Swellable Thickener

  1. Interior and exterior architectural paints and coatings.

  2. Water-based industrial maintenance coatings.

  3. Textile printing pastes requiring high-thixotropy and shear recovery.

  4. Adhesives and sealants where non-drip rheology and storage stability are critical.

  5. Tile grouts and cementitious repair mortars with water-reduced formulations.

Specifications Of Dow Acrysol RM-725 Hydrophobic Alkali-Swellable Thickener

Chemical TypeHydrophobically modified alkali-swellable emulsion (HASE)
Product FormAqueous dispersion
AppearanceOpaque white liquid
pH (as received)3.0–4.5
Active Content28–32 wt%
Viscosity (Brookfield RVT, Spindle #3, 20 rpm, 25°C)500–2,500 cP
Freeze-Thaw StabilityPass (3 cycles at –15°C/24 h followed by 25°C/24 h)
Primary ApplicationsArchitectural paints, industrial coatings, adhesives, grouts


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