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Non-ionic, associative polyurethane (HEUR) thickener offering excellent rheology control in water-based systems.
Delivers outstanding high-shear viscosity recovery and sag resistance in architectural coatings.
Compatible with a broad range of surfactants, co-thickeners, and biocides commonly used in industrial formulations.
Provides low foaming characteristics and minimal impact on gloss and color acceptance.
Stable across pH 4–12 and exhibits good freeze-thaw performance in formulated products.
Interior and exterior architectural latex paints.
Water-based primers and undercoats.
Textured decorative coatings and plasters.
Industrial maintenance coatings for metal and concrete substrates.
Low-VOC and zero-VOC compliant coating systems.
| Chemical Type | Hydrophobically modified ethoxylated urethane (HEUR) |
| Product Form | Clear to slightly hazy, viscous liquid |
| Appearance | Pale yellow to amber liquid |
| pH (1% aqueous solution) | 6.5–8.5 |
| Solids Content (wt%) | 30.0 ± 1.0 |
| Viscosity (Brookfield RVT, #3 spindle, 20 rpm, 25°C) | 8,000–12,000 cP |
| Primary Applications | Water-based architectural and industrial coatings |
| Key Features | Non-ionic, low-foaming, high-shear recovery, broad compatibility |
Q1: What types of systems is SYNTHRO-THIX 906S most commonly used in?
A: SYNTHRO-THIX 906S is specifically engineered for water-based industrial coatings, architectural paints, and maintenance-grade protective coatings where shear-thinning rheology and sag resistance are critical. It performs well in both acrylic and vinyl-acrylic emulsion systems.
Q2: How does SYNTHRO-THIX 906S differ from traditional associative thickeners?
A: Unlike many hydrophobically modified ethoxylated urethanes (HEURs), SYNTHRO-THIX 906S offers enhanced compatibility with high-surfactant formulations and demonstrates improved viscosity stability across varying pH and electrolyte conditions—making it particularly suitable for challenging, multi-component paint systems.
Q3: Is SYNTHRO-THIX 906S compatible with biocides and other common additives?
A: Yes, SYNTHRO-THIX 906S shows broad compatibility with isothiazolinone- and benzisothiazolinone-based biocides, as well as common defoamers, dispersants, and coalescing agents typically found in architectural and industrial coating formulations.
Q4: What is the typical dosage range for effective thickening performance?
A: SYNTHRO-THIX 906S is typically used at low concentrations, generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight of the total formulation, depending on the desired viscosity profile, pigment loading, and presence of other rheology modifiers.
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