Deuteron® WD PE is a dispersion of micronized Polyethylene wax, free of additives. Polyethylene waxes are preferred for their cost-effectiveness and positive impact on mechanical stability and visual appearance. The inclusion of Deuteron® WD PE improves resistance against abrasion and scratches, enhances matting, and creates a pleasant surface feel. Designed for ease of use in auto dosage units, this liquid dispersion is formulated without dispersing additives, emulsifiers, or defoamers, ensuring high compatibility without adversely affecting coating performance.

Chemical Family: Polyethylene Waxes, Polyolefins, Waxes

End Uses: Varnishes

Labeling Claims: Additive-free

Features: Abrasion Resistance, Cost Effective, Excellent Scratch Resistance, Matting, Mechanically Stable

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Coating End Applications
Use Level
0.5 - 6.0 %
Product Applications

Deuteron® WD PE is suitable for a wide range of applications including

  • Wood and joinery coatings
  • Flexographic inks
  • Overprint varnishes
  • Metal coatings

The use of Deuteron® WD PE especially improves performance in

  • Abrasion and scratch resistance
  • Rub resistance (printing inks)
  • Matting
  • COF (coefficient of friction) reduction
Dosage Information

0.5 - 6.0 % (calculated on the complete formulation) depending on binder, application and required properties.

Processing Information
  • Deuteron® WD PE is easy to disperse and can be incorporated using a common high-speed stirrer. It is recommended to add Deuteron® WD PE while stirring to avoid eventual agglomeration caused by concentration differences.
  • Aqueous, additive free dispersion of PE wax

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White suspension
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Densityapprox. 0.94g/cm³-
Melting Point101.0°C-
Active Content50.0%-
Viscosityapprox. 2400mPa.s-
Particle Size (dv 50)5.5μm-
Particle Size (dv 90)10μm-

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • USA
Packaging Information

Plastic barrel (30 kg net)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months
Storage Conditions

12 months at room temperature and dry conditions. Storage temperature should not exceed 35°C.