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Specialty additives are indispensable ingredients of every formulation - used in tiny amounts to help modify the performance spectrum of coatings, inks and plastics systems. We offer low/no-VOC technologies for solvent-based, solvent-free, water-based, high-solids and energy-curable systems, serving all kinds of coatings and paints, printing inks, composite and construction chemicals.
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- KAM-FCA® = Foam Control Additives
- KAM-SCA® = Surface Control Additives
- KAM-DCA® = Dispersion Control Additives
- KAM-RCA® = Rheology Control Additives
KAM-FCA® - Foam Control Additives
Foam can significantly affect the efficiency and quality of your products. KAM-FCA® range is designed to control and eliminate foam during manufacturing processes, ensuring a flawless finish and preventing defects caused by trapped air bubbles.
Key Benefits:
- Eliminating foam or preventing its formation
- Improving finished product quality and process efficiency
- Reducing surface imperfections in coating, ink and composite formulations
KAM-FCA 20
Silicone-free foam control additive that displays spontaneous defoaming properties and demonstrates no negative influence on inter-coat adhesion when overcoated.
It reduces the accumulation of foam in the ink pan or reservoir during the printing process.
Technical Data SheetKAM-FCA 22
Silicone-based foam control additive for solvent-based and solvent-free coatings.
Particularly suitable for curtain coatings as well as printing inks based on Nitrocellulose.
Available only if demand is significant.
KAM-FCA 26
Silicone-based foam control additive for solvent-based coatings and printing inks.
Particularly suitable for printing inks based on acetate-reduced Nitrocellulose.
KAM-FCA 41
Silicone-based foam control additive for solvent-free and solvent-based coatings, printing inks, and ambient-curing plastic systems.
Extremely suitable for brush, roller and airless spray applications where the solvents evaporate quickly and rapid defoaming is required.
Good balance between effectiveness and compatibility.
KAM-FCA 521
Silicone-containing defoamer for aqueous high gloss emulsion systems, dispersion adhesives, printing inks and overprint varnishes.
Particularly suitable for high-gloss and satin gloss systems and for airless application.
KAM-FCA 564
VOC-free silicone-based foam control additive for water-based coatings, printing inks, overprint varnishes, and emulsion adhesives.
Suitable for resin-free grinds.
Available only if demand is significant.
KAM-FCA 568
VOC-free silicone-based foam control additive for water-based coatings and emulsion adhesives.
Suited for high gloss systems.
Available only if demand is significant.
KAM-FCA 593
Foam control additive specifically developed to reduce air entrainment during manufacture and application of water-based paints and adhesives.
Long lasting efficiency even at low dosage.
KAM-FCA 599
Economic foam control additive specifically developed to reduce air entrainment during manufacture and application of water-based paints and adhesives.
Long lasting efficiency even at low dosage.
KAM-FCA 601
Foam control additive specifically developed to reduce air entrainment during manufacture and application of water-based paints and adhesives.
Long lasting efficiency even at low dosage. Contains silicone.
KAM-FCA 602
Foam control additive specifically developed to reduce air entrainment during manufacture and
application of water-based paints and adhesives. Universal use.
Letdown defoamer with a high persistence. Contains silicone.
KAM-FCA 720
Silicone-free foam control additive that supports quick de-aeration of thermosetting resin systems, self-levelling compounds and laminates.
No negative influence of inter-coat adhesion.
Acting as air-release and levelling agent.
KAM-FCA 722
Silicone-based foam control additive as well as air release agent for solvent-free and solvent-based coatings.
Suitable for composite (ambient-curing and pultrusion applications), adhesives and sealants.
Particularly recommended for epoxy resin systems.
KAM-FCA 723
Silicone-based foam control additive for rapid de-aeration of solvent-free polyurethane and
epoxy compounds. It exhibits excellent results in flooring applications so that foam- and blister-free self-leveling
coatings can be produced.
KAM-SCA® - Surface Control Additives
Achieving a smooth and flawless finish is crucial in the coating, ink and composite industries. Our KAM-SCA® range can reduce surface tension and improve surface properties, allowing your finished product to spread more evenly and preventing all kinds of surface defects like orange peel, craters and brush marks.
Key Benefits:
- Improving surface smoothness in your finished product
- Preventing surface defects
- Enhancing finished product appearance and gloss
KAM-SCA 30
Silicone-based surface control additive for solvent-based coating systems with a medium
reduction of surface tension and a medium increase of surface slip.
Designed to improve surface properties in all kinds of industrial coatings.
KAM-SCA 31
Silicone-based surface control additive for solvent-based coating systems, printing inks and adhesive systems with a strong reduction of surface tension and a strong
increase of surface slip.
Heat-resistant up to 210 °C.
KAM-SCA 32
Silicone-based surface control additive with defoaming properties to improve the surface properties of solvent-based systems.
Particular emphasis upon leveling, it increases slightly surface slip with a slight reduction of surface tension.
KAM-SCA 33
Silicone-based surface control additive for ambient-curing plastic systems and solvent-based coating systems with a strong reduction of surface tension.
Excellent substrate wetting with anti-cratering and slip properties.
KAM-SCA 34
Silicone-based surface control additive for substrate wetting, anti-cratering and levelling of solvent-based and water-based coating systems.
KAM-SCA 36
Silicone-based surface control additive with defoaming properties to improve the surface properties of solvent-based and solvent-free systems.
Particular emphasis upon leveling, it increases surface slip and thus improves scratch and mar-
resistance.
KAM-SCA 90
Premium silicone-based surface control additive for solvent-free, and solvent-based and aqueous coating systems, printing inks and adhesive systems with a strong reduction of surface
tension. Very suitable for high gloss and clear systems.
KAM-SCA 97
100% silicone-based surface control additive designed as slip and leveling agent for solventbased
coatings. Very suitable for high gloss and clear systems.
KAM-SCA 302
Silicone-based surface control additive to improve surface properties in all solvent-based, solvent-free and aqueous systems. It is specially used in systems in which solvent-free additives
are requested or where a requirement for a special solvent exists.
It can be used in coatings and printing inks.
KAM-SCA 360
Premium silicone-free surface additive that reduces the surface tension of organic coating systems. It acts as a wetting, levelling and flow control agent for solvent-free and solvent-based coatings with excellent anti-cratering properties.
Available only if demand is significant.
KAM-SCA 580
Solvent-free surface control additive that greatly reduces the surface tension in aqueous printing inks and water-based systems.
It improves substrate wetting and levelling but does not increase the surface slip.
Available only if demand is significant.
KAM-SCA 777
Silicone-free surface control additive with a high molecular weight and very broad compatibility.
Designed to reduce the surface tension in various resin systems at substrate interface.
Ideal for “Long wave” levelling performance with no influence on inter-coat adhesion.
KAM-SCA 779
Silicone-free surface additive that reduces the surface tension and surface defects of organic
coating systems, particularly in automotive paints and coil coatings.
It is considered as the most effective surface control additive in our portfolio for preventing
cratering and cissing. These defects, including visible coating irregularities caused by improper paint
application on metal surfaces, are significantly reduced when using this additive.
KAM-DCA® - Dispersion Control Additives
Dispersion control additives are essential to ensure a uniform distribution of pigments and extenders and prevent particle clumping in the finished product. Our KAM-DCA® range will enhance color strength, improve stability of millbases and pigment dispersions and ensure consistency in coating, ink and composite formulations.
Key Benefits:
- Preventing particle agglomeration
- Improving color development
- Ensuring stability over time and consistency
KAM-DCA 44
Anionic/cationic dispersion control additive to improve the wetting of pigment surfaces and organically treated bentonites and to reduce the time required for the grinding process.
Standard wetting and dispersing additive for industrial and architectural coatings.
KAM-DCA 46
High molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based coatings. Preferably used in high performance solvent-based coatings but also in automotive coatings.
It can be as well used in resin-containing pigment concentrates.
Broad compatibility in commonly used resins systems.
KAM-DCA 47
High molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based coatings and pigment concentrates. Particularly suited for stabilizing carbon black pigments with a fine particle size as well as organic pigments.
Strong reduction of mill-base viscosity.
KAM-DCA 54
Electro-neutral dispersion control additive for solvent-based systems with medium to low polarity.
Particularly suited for thick layer systems and primers. Anti-sagging properties.
KAM-DCA 65
Low molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based, medium- to high-polarity coatings to prevent flooding and floating of TiO2 in combination with colored pigments.
This additive contains silicone to improve flooding and floating behaviors.
KAM-DCA 66
Low molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based, medium- to high-polarity coatings to prevent flooding and floating of TiO2 in combination with colored pigments.
Ideal for the prevention of hard settling.
KAM-DCA 76
High molecular weight solvent-free dispersion control additive for solvent-based and solvent-free coatings, PVC-based plastisols, ambient-curing resin systems, adhesives.
Ideal for the production of color masterbatches for thermoplastics.
Particularly suited for carbon black pigments (Plasticized and polyol-based pastes).
KAM-DCA 77
High molecular weight solvent-free dispersion control additive for solvent-based and solvent-free coatings, PVC-based plastisols, ambient-curing resin systems, adhesives.
Ideal for the production of color masterbatches for thermoplastics. Particularly suited for carbon black pigments (Plasticized and polyol-based pastes).
KAM-DCA 100
Dispersion control additive for solvent-based and solvent-free industrial and architectural coatings to stabilize inorganic pigments.
This is the 100% version of KAM-DCA 44.
KAM-DCA 102
Nonionic dispersion control additive for low-end solvent-based architectural coatings with polarity ranging from low to medium.
Suitable for all kinds of pigments, including carbon blacks.
Good combination of price and performance.
KAM-DCA 108
Low molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based architectural coatings and pigment concentrates on the basis of alkyd resins.
Broad compatibility in commonly used resins systems due to the absence of solvents.
KAM-DCA 110
Dispersion control additive for solvent-borne and solvent-free coatings and printing inks for stabilizing inorganic pigments, in particular titanium dioxide.
Strong reduction of mill-base viscosity.
KAM-DCA 111
Solvent-free dispersion control additive for solvent-borne and solvent-free coatings and printing
inks for stabilizing inorganic pigments, in particular titanium dioxide. Well-suited for filled
unsaturated polyester and epoxy systems as well as for PVC Plastisols and adhesives.
Given its anionic character, it is considered ideal for acid-catalyzed systems (e.g. coil coatings).
KAM-DCA 115
High molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based coatings with strong viscosity depressing properties.
Recommended for universal solvent-based pigment concentrates, particularly where cost-effective performance is vital.
KAM-DCA 150
Dispersion control additive for PVC-based plastisols for a better incorporation of inorganic pigments, blowing agents and fillers.
Increases the color strength, minimizes settling and prevents the separation of the plasticizer.
Non-yellowing properties at elevated temperatures.
KAM-DCA 151
Dispersion control additive for PVC-based plastisols for a better incorporation of inorganic pigments, blowing agents and fillers.
Increases the color strength, minimizes settling and prevents the separation of the plasticizer.
Better non-yellowing properties at elevated temperatures compared to KAM-DCA 150.
KAM-DCA 161
High molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based coatings and pigment concentrates. Particularly suited for stabilizing carbon black pigments with a fine particle size as well as organic pigments.
Strong reduction of mill-base viscosity.
KAM-DCA 163
High molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based coatings and pigment concentrates.
Preferably used in high performance solvent-based coatings but also in automotive coatings.
Particularly suited for resin-containing pigment concentrates used in industrial coatings and automotive coatings.
Broad compatibility in commonly used resins systems.
KAM-DCA 170
High molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based coil coatings and industrial coatings. The preferred fields of application are acid-catalyzed polyester/melamine top coats and PVDF systems.
KAM-DCA 180
Solvent-free dispersion control additive for solvent-borne, solvent-free and aqueous coatings, printing inks and adhesives for stabilizing inorganic pigments, in particular titanium dioxide.
Ideal for transparent iron oxide pigments.
KAM-DCA 190
VOC- and solvent-free high molecular weight dispersion control additive for waterborne coating systems, printing inks and adhesives.
It is ideal for the preparation of resin-free pigment concentrates with no or low VOCs.
Suitable for all kinds of pigments.
KAM-DCA 192
VOC- and solvent-free high molecular weight dispersion control additive for waterborne coating systems, printing inks, liquid color masterbatches and pigment pastes for unsaturated polyester resin systems.
KAM-DCA 193
VOC- and solvent-free high molecular weight dispersion control additive for aqueous printing inks. Particularly recommended for binder-containing pigment concentrates.
It is particularly recommended for the production of resin-containing pigment concentrates
that are meant for aqueous gravure, flexographic and screen-printing inks.
KAM-DCA 196
Highly concentrated dispersion control additive for solvent-based coatings (Mostly architectural), inks and pigment dispersions on the basis of alkyd resin.
Especially recommended for difficult pigments, including carbon black pigments. When used in white bases, it will improve the co-stabilization of added organic tinting or toning bases (e.g. color acceptance) resulting in reduced risk of pigment separation.
It is suitable for formulating pigment concentrates on the basis of long-oil alkyds.
KAM-DCA 206
Cost-effective low molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based and aqueous systems to prevent fillers and inorganic pigments from settling.
KAM-DCA 220
VOC-free fatty acid-based polymer to stabilize all kinds of pigments and extenders in water- and solvent-based systems.
Multi-functional dispersion control additive for VOC-free applications.
It is ideal for the improvement of the compatibility of colorants with the bases (post-addition).
KAM-DCA 225
VOC-free fatty acid-based polymer to stabilize all kinds of pigments and extenders in water- and solvent-based systems.
Suitable for the preparation of universal colorants for architectural paints.
It is ideal for the improvement of the compatibility of colorants with the bases (post-addition).
KAM-DCA 270
Alkylphenol-free nonionic wetting agent and emulsifier.
Specially designed to improve compatibility of all kinds of tinting pastes in both solvent- and water-based systems.
KAM-DCA 402
High molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based inks.
Specially recommended for the preparation of resin-free pigment concentrates suited for solvent-based inks.
KAM-DCA 409
Multi-purpose high molecular weight dispersion control additive for solvent-based coatings. Due to its particularly good combination of price and performance, it is a very attractive substitute for conventional dispersion control additives.
Low solvent content.
KAM-DCA 610A
Dispersion control additive for solvent-borne and solvent-free coatings and printing inks for stabilizing inorganic pigments, in particular titanium dioxide.
Strong reduction of mill-base viscosity.
KAM-DCA 615
Dispersion control additive for solvent-borne and solvent-free coatings and composite for stabilizing inorganic pigments and extenders.
Particularly suitable for car putties (based on unsaturated polyester resin) as well as solvent-free epoxies and polyurethanes.
KAM-DCA 671
Low molecular weight wetting and dispersing additive for solvent-based printing inks and paints as well as water-based coatings.
It helps prevent hard sedimentation and sagging.
KAM-DCA 940
Low molecular weight dispersion control additive for mineral fillers in unsaturated resin systems and adhesives.
It prevents the flooding/floating and settling of pigments and fillers in epoxy and VE/UP-based laminates.
Strong reduction in the flooding/floating of colored pigments in gel coats.
KAM-DCA 966A
Dispersion control additive to reduce viscosity and prevent fillers from settling in ambient curing resin systems as well as acrylic, PU and epoxy resins. Suite for car putty formulations.
Absolutely no effect on curing time when used in cobalt-catalyzed systems.
KAM-DCA 980
Dispersion control additive to reduce viscosity and prevent fillers from settling in ambient curing resin systems and adhesives as well as for polyester molding compounds and pultrusion applications.
Through a better wetting and a more homogeneous distribution of the fillers, a strong viscosity reduction is obtained.
KAM-DCA A40
Low viscosity dispersion control additive for water-based coating systems, especially suitable for the dispersion of inorganic pigments.
It is manufactured to a relatively narrow molecular weight distribution, resulting in a consistent product quality with maximum effectiveness.
(Solution of an ammonium salt of an acrylic polymer).
KAM-DCA N40
Low viscosity dispersion control additive for water-based coating systems, especially suitable for the dispersion of inorganic pigments.
It is manufactured to a relatively narrow molecular weight distribution, resulting in a consistent product quality with maximum effectiveness.
(Solution of a sodium salt of an acrylic polymer).
KAM-DCA P90
Low viscosity dispersion control additive for water-based coating systems, especially suitable for the dispersion of inorganic pigments.
It allows formulation of high gloss and low PVC coatings in addition to standard matt formulations.
It is manufactured to a relatively narrow molecular weight distribution, resulting in a consistent product quality with maximum effectiveness.
KAM-RCA® - Rheology Control Additives
KAM Kimya will soon be offering rheology control additives based on urea chemistry as well as PU and acrylics. Launching Q1 2027 - Get in touch and we’ll keep you posted, or discuss your rheology-control needs ahead of launch.
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