Emulsion Polymerization
BASF uses its know-how to deliver high performance products, of consistent high quality, to customers in the emulsion polymerization industry. Emulsion polymerization is a complex technology employed to produce a variety of polymer dispersions. The dispersions then find application in adhesives, paints, textiles leather and paper.
BASF surfactants and additives used during the polymerization process are critical for problem-free manufacture; post-polymerization stabilization and can also positively influence the dispersion performance in application.
Surfactants for polymerization control and post-polymerization stabilization phases
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Disponil®, Lutensol®, Lutensit®, Emulan®, Pluronic®
- Broad range of anionic and nonionic grades
- APEO replacement options
- Low foaming surfactant options
Surfactants as foaming agents
- Disponil® ; Lutensol®, Lutensit®, Emulan®
- Highly efficient foaming agents for use in carpet backing or foamed polymer dispersion coating applications
- Additionally, excellent dispersion stabilization properties
Surfactants as wetting agents
- Disponil® ; Lutensol®, Lutensit®, Emulan®
- Efficient wetting agents especially in dynamic processes showing reduced tendency to foam
- Perform as co-surfactants to achieve low particle size dispersions.