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

Evonik Surfynol 420 Wetting Agent

Evonik Surfynol 420 is a high-performance acetylenic diol surfactant from the Surfynol® series, designed for rapid substrate wetting and foam control in water-based coatings, inks, and cleaners. It offers low surface tension, excellent dynamic wetting, and compatibility with diverse formulations without compromising stability.
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Features Of Evonik Surfynol 420 Wetting Agent

  1. Ultra-low dynamic surface tension for rapid substrate wetting on low-energy surfaces.

  2. Excellent compatibility with waterborne acrylic, epoxy, and polyurethane systems.

  3. Non-ionic surfactant chemistry providing high formulation stability and low foam generation.

  4. Effective at low use levels (typically 0.1–0.5 wt% in final formulation).

  5. Resistant to hydrolysis and stable across a broad pH range (pH 3–12).

Typical Applications Of Evonik Surfynol 420 Wetting Agent

  1. Waterborne industrial coatings and coil coatings.

  2. Architectural paints and interior/exterior emulsion paints.

  3. Automotive OEM and refinish clearcoats and basecoats.

  4. UV-curable and hybrid coating systems.

  5. Inkjet inks and functional printing formulations.

Specifications Of Evonik Surfynol 420 Wetting Agent

Chemical TypeAcetylenic diol-based non-ionic surfactant
Product FormLiquid
AppearanceClear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Primary ApplicationsWetting agent for aqueous and solvent-containing coatings, inks, and adhesives
Key FeaturesLow dynamic surface tension, fast wetting, low foaming, high compatibility
BenefitsImproved substrate coverage, reduced pinholes and craters, enhanced leveling
pH (1% aqueous solution)5.0–7.0
Specific Gravity (20°C)1.02–1.04 g/cm³


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