UV401

UV401 is a silicone surface additive for solvent-free, radiation-curable, solvent-based coating systems, adhesives, and printing inks, greatly reducing surface tension. Additionally, its high compatibility allows it to be used in the production of high-transparency clear coats without causing haze.

Product Features

• Low surface tension, enhances slip and substrate wetting.

• Compatible with acrylic resins, alkyd resins, amides, epoxy resins, nitrocellulose, phenolic resins, polyester resins, and vinyl systems.

Recommended Applications

• Mainly used in solvent-based and solvent-free two-component polyurethane systems, UV-curable coatings, polyester/melamine baking coating systems, and a range of water-based systems.

• Wood and furniture coatings, can coatings

• Coil coatings and leather finishing agents

Recommended dosage: 0.05-1% additive (as supplied) based on total formulation.

• Topcoat clear varnishes (improves tape adhesion release in topcoats)

• Flexographic inks

• Offset inks

• Screen inks

• Printing inks for high-speed presses

Recommended dosage: 0.05-2% additive (as supplied) based on total formulation.

*The above recommended dosages are for reference. Optimal dosage should be determined through a series of tests.

Process Instructions

1. The leveling agent can be pre-diluted or added directly to the coating as supplied.

2. The additive can be added at any stage of the production process, including post-addition.

3. Low temperatures may cause cloudiness or solidification, which can be eliminated by heating; product performance remains unaffected.

Packaging Specifications

25KG/plastic drum; 200KG/iron drum

Storage and Shelf Life

Store in unopened original packaging without freezing; use within 12 months.