German technical background VOK-498 Wax auxiliaries Used in waterborne architectural coatings and printing inks replaces BYK-498

German technical background VOK®-AP 498 wax auxiliary

VOK®-AP 498 is a wax emulsion that increases water repellency, slip and anti-stick in aqueous systems.

This additive is recommended for waterborne architectural coatings and printing inks.

Chemical composition: Paraffin-based non-ionic aqueous emulsion

Solvent: Water

Dosage: 1 - 3 % architectural coatings

       5 - 10 % printing ink

Typical physical and chemical data: Non-volatile: 50 %

Melting point (wax): 55 °C