TRM-003 RHEOLOGY MODIFIER

TRM-003 is a nonionic, solvent free, hydrophobically modified ethylene oxide urethane (HEUR) rheology modifier designed for waterborne architectural and functional coatings. TRM-003 is particularly suitable with acrylic and styrene-acrylic latexes, and can be used in interior and exterior paints, and provides superior flow and leveling, film formation, gloss development and high shear viscosity. The solution contains no solvent and is low odor, APEO and OrganoTin free.

Typical Properties [1]

Chemical type …………………….….…   Nonionic HEUR

Appearance ………………………….….….…... Hazy liquid

Solids, weight % …………………………………….….…….20

Carrier ………………………………….….….……………. Water

As supplied viscosity, cP …………………...1800 - 4000

Density, lb/gallon …………………….….………… 8.6 - 8.8

[1] Data presented above are typical values and should not be construed as specifications.

Features and Benefits

Low odor and solvent free  

APEO and Organo-Tin free

Excellent flow and leveling   

Excellent hiding for roller and brush application, and full gloss development

Uniform film formation and excellent spatter resistance

Supplied as low viscosity liquid for easy handling and incorporation at any stage during latex paint manufacturing process

Bio-stable and resistant to microbial attack

pH independent

Applications

TRM-003 can be used in a variety of latex paint formulations, and is fully compatible with other rheology modifiers. In particular, using TRM-103S or TRM-112 with TRM-003 will increase low-shear viscosity and often provide the optimum balance of high- and low-shear viscosity in flat through gloss formulations. TRM-003 can be a sole thickener when used in semi-gloss to high gloss latex paints based on small particle size hydrophobic acrylic and styrene/acrylic binders.

Dosage and Incorporation

Typical use levels can vary from 0.8 to 3% of paint, depending on the system being thickened and the rheological performance desired. Although TRM-003 is typically added to the letdown, it could be incorporated at any stage of the paint manufacturing process. When TRM-003 and TRM-103S or TRM-112 are used together in small particle latex paints, TRM-003 should be added first.

Product Handling, Safety and Storage

Read and understand Trimer Chemical Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before using this product. Trimer Chemical Company sends MSDS with shipment of all of our products. The MSDS contain pertinent information that you may need to protect your employees and customers against any known health or safety hazards associated with our products.

Subject to appropriate storage under the usual storage and temperature conditions, this product is durable for 24 months.