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DiaFil® 525

DiaFil® 525 by DKSH is mineral diatomite-based matting agent in paints. It is a low crystalline silica suitable for a wide range of applications. Being a natural mineral product, every deposit has its own characteristics and these results in different coating properties.

Recommended applications include water-based decorative paints in interior and exterior matts, solvent-based decorative paints, industrial coatings in metal primers and traffic marking paints.
DiaFil® 525 can also be used in semi-gloss & eggshell, primers, undercoats and furniture lacquers in industrial applications.
This product is available only in New Zealand.

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DiaFil® 525

Technical Datasheet | Supplied by DKSH

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Product Type

Surface Conditioners / Surface Modifiers > Matting Agents > Natural silicas

Chemical Composition

Diatomite

Physical Form

Powder, Fine

Appearance

White

Product Status

COMMERCIAL

Geographical Availability

Asia / Pacific

Applications/ Recommended for

Coatings > Solvent-based
Coatings > Waterborne
Coatings Markets > Transportation > Road marking
Coatings Markets > Architectural / Decorative > Exterior wall coatings
Coatings Markets > Metals > Primers
Coatings Markets > Architectural / Decorative > Interior wall coatings
Water-based decorative paints in undercoats, Water and solvent-based decorative paints in semi-gloss & eggshell, Solvent-based decorative paints in primers and undercoats, Solvent based matts Solvent-based primers & undercoats, Water and solvent based furniture lacquers

Bio Based

Yes

Bio Based Content Comments

Diatomaceous earth is a naturally occuring, soft, siliceous sedimentary rock that is easily crumbled into a fine white to off-white powder.

DiaFil® 525 Properties

Property

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Crystalline Silica Content

< 0.1 %

Density

2.3 g/cm³

Fe₂O₃ Content

1.7 %

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