RHEOLATE® 255

RHEOLATE® 255 by Elementis is a polyurethane solution in a mixture of water/diethylene glycol ether. It acts as an associative thickener designed for use in conventional emulsion systems. It provides high thickening effect in the medium-shear range. It improves medium-shear range viscosity and flow/levelling, offers easy incorporation and enzyme-resistance, enhances film build. It develops pH-independent rheology, allows broad formulating flexibility. It shows good compatibility with other rheological additives. RHEOLATE® 255 is used for applications like gloss and satin-gloss latex paints, latex paints for interior and exterior applications based on pure acrylic or copolymer binders. Recommended usage level is 0.4-2%. It has a shelf life of 2 years.