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

Dow Corning 401LS Leveling Agent

Dow Corning 401LS is a silicone-based leveling agent from the Dow Corning® 401 Series, designed to enhance surface smoothness, reduce orange peel, and improve flow in industrial coatings and inks. It offers excellent compatibility, low foaming, and stable performance across solvent-borne and high-solids systems.
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Features Of Dow Corning 401LS Leveling Agent

  1. Low-surface-tension silicone additive that promotes uniform film formation and eliminates surface defects such as orange peel and craters.

  2. Compatible with a broad range of solvent-based, high-solids, and UV-curable coating systems.

  3. Non-reactive and thermally stable up to 200 °C, supporting demanding industrial curing processes.

  4. Minimal impact on substrate wettability and intercoat adhesion when dosed at recommended levels (0.05–0.3 wt%).

  5. Odorless and non-yellowing, suitable for clearcoats and decorative topcoats requiring long-term aesthetic integrity.

Typical Applications Of Dow Corning 401LS Leveling Agent

  1. Automotive OEM and refinish basecoats and clearcoats.

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings for metal and plastic substrates.

  3. Wood finishing systems including lacquers and polyurethane topcoats.

  4. UV-curable inks and overprint varnishes for packaging and graphic arts.

  5. High-performance coil coatings for architectural and appliance applications.

Specifications Of Dow Corning 401LS Leveling Agent

Chemical TypePolysiloxane-modified copolymer
Product FormLiquid
AppearanceClear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Primary ApplicationsSurface leveling in protective and decorative coatings
Key FeaturesLow volatility, non-migrating, easy dispersion
BenefitsImproved gloss uniformity, reduced rework, enhanced flow and leveling
Density (25 °C)Approx. 0.97 g/cm³
Flash Point (PMCC)Greater than 100 °C


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