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Rheology additive "LAPONITE"

BYK's solution for rheology control! It does not affect the color of the added system.

"LAPONITE" is a rheology additive based on BYK's synthetic phyllosilicate for water-based systems. It primarily increases viscosity in low shear regions and induces pseudoplastic flow. In addition to providing excellent sedimentation prevention and storage stability, it improves processability and applicability across a wide range of water-based systems. It can be used in a very wide range of applications, including paints, construction chemicals, household, industrial, commercial, agricultural, care products, adhesives, sealants, and coating agents for energy storage applications. [Main Characteristics] - Excellent effectiveness and chemical purity in water-based systems - Maximum shear-thinning properties among BYK's rheology product range - Easily atomized by spray - Formulations using this product achieve excellent anti-syneresis, storage stability, and drip prevention *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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【Other Main Characteristics】 ■ Excellent orientation of aluminum pigments ■ No impact on color acceptance *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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【Applications】 ■ Coatings, construction chemicals, household, industrial, commercial, agricultural, care products, adhesives, sealants, and coating agents for energy storage applications, etc. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

[Additive News] LAPONITE - BYK's Solution for Rheology Control

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[Additive News] BYK's Solution for LAPONITE Rheology Control B-AN 3 02/2025

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Liquid rheology additive 【RHEOBYK-7410 CA】 that imparts very high thixotropic flow properties to polar solvent and non-solvent systems.

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【Package and Environment】Bio-based and PFAS/PTFE-free additives for barrier properties and recycling that contribute to a circular economy.

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BYK Japan KK is engaged in the import, wholesale, and technical service of paints, additives, and measuring instruments. As a leading supplier of functional additives and testing equipment across various application fields, we provide solutions to assist you in product development and solving challenges. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries.