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Dry Film Preservatives

FUNGITROL 11E
Fungitrol 11E is a powdered organic dry-film preservative for use in solvent-based paints, stains, plastics,
compounds, and wood/plastic composites.
FUNGITROL 404DS
Fungitrol 404DS Fungicide is a broad-spectrum dry-film preservative for the control of mildew and fungi. The product
is a dispersion fungicide, providing excellent performance characteristics when used as a fungicide/mildewcide in
aqueous paints, coatings, adhesives, caulks, sealants, grouts, and wood preservative stains.
FUNGITROL 720
Fungitrol 720 is a 20% IPBC dry-film preservative for aqueous systems. The product offers highly effective, full-
spectrum protection against mold and mildew.
FUNGITROL 920
Fungitrol 920 Fungicide is a water-based dispersion of 20% IPBC (3-Iodo-2-Propynyl Butyl Carbamate) which offers
highly effective, broad-spectrum protection against degradation, discoloration, and defacement caused by mold and
mildew.
FUNGITROL 940G
Fungitrol 940G Fungicide is a water-based dispersion of IPBC which offers highly effective, broad-spectrum
protection against degradation, discoloration, and defacement caused by mold and mildew
FUNGITROL 960S
Fungitrol 960S Fungicide is a broad-spectrum fungicide that can be used in manufacturing and formulating mildew-
resistant end-use products. Fungitrol 960S Fungicide is used to control mildew on latex emulsion and solvent-based
exterior paints, coatings, and stains, and inhibits mold growth on interior latex paints and grouts.
POLYPHASE 763CR
Polyphase 763CR is a broad-spectrum, water-based product that is effective against a wide variety of fungal and
algal organisms where controlled release of active ingredients is beneficial. Polyphase 763CR is particularly effective
for materials applied over cementitious substrates
POLYPHASE 963
Polyphase 963 is a broad-spectrum solution that is effective against a wide range of fungal and algal organisms. The
product is particularly useful in solvent-based products in which more than fungal protection is desired.
POLYPHASE 978
Polyphase 978 is a broad-spectrum fungistat effective against a wide variety of fungal organisms and is developed to
provide efficacy in solvent-based formulations
POLYPHASE PW40
Polyphase PW40 is effective against a wide variety of fungal organisms. The primary application is in water-based
products, especially those in which VOC is a major concern. Polyphase PW40 is a free-flowing, VOC-free
dispersion.
POLYPHASE PW40LV
Polyphase PW40LV is an easy to dispense, low viscosity, VOC-free waterborne dispersion of IPBC. Test fence data
consistently demonstrate that Polyphase PW40LV provides durable protection against a wide variety of fungi which
mar the aesthetics of coatings, cause premature film failure, and decay wood.
POLYPHASE S99
Polyphase S99 is a free-flowing, aqueous dispersion preservative that is effective against fungal and algal organisms
POLYPHASE® 604
Polyphase 604 is a transparent, water-dispersible liquid preservative for control of fungi and yeast in water-based
adhesives (glues), paints, water and tempera colors, inks, pigment slurries, clays, and photographic emulsions.
Polyphase 604 is an effective wet-stage and dry film preservative with exceptional thermal stability.
POLYPHASE® 641
Polyphase 641 is a clear liquid fungicide/mildewcide that provides dry film protection for solvent-based paints and
coatings. It has excellent chemical stability in clear and pigmented alkyd and solvent systems.
POLYPHASE® 663
Polyphase 663 is a zero VOC, water-dispersed fungicide/algaecide that provides dry film protection for aqueous-
based material. It is used to treat paints and coatings, stucco/masonry coatings, EIFS coatings, and other similar
coating products in which water is a major component. Polyphase 663 also offers enhanced protection against
algae.
POLYPHASE® 678
Polyphase 678 is a zero VOC, water-dispersed fungicide/mildewcide that provides dry film protection for aqueous-
based material. It is used to treat paints and coatings, stucco/masonry coatings, EIFS coatings, and other similar
coating products in which water is a major component.
POLYPHASE® AF1
Polyphase AF1 is a fungicide/mildewcide that provides dry film protection for solvent-based and most aqueous-
based systems. It is used to treat paints and coatings, stucco/masonry coatings, EIFS coatings, and other similar
coating products.
POLYPHASE® AF3
Polyphase AF3 is a broad-spectrum fungicide solution effective against a wide variety of fungal organisms. It may be
used to protect both interior and exterior products from the growth of fungal organisms on the end-use product. It is
suited for waterborne and solvent-based applications.
POLYPHASE® LTP
Polyphase LTP is a water-dispersible liquid preservative for preventing mildew and rot in the dry film of aqueous-
and solvent-based adhesives, polymer coatings, and SBR latex emulsions for carpet backing. Polyphase LTP also
provides protection against mildew and rot of fabrics such as army duck, awnings, canvas, footwear, and more.
POLYPHASE® P100
Polyphase P100 is an off-white crystalline solid, non-phenol fungicide/mildewcide effective against a wide variety of
fungal organisms. Polyphase P100 is used to prevent the growth of fungi and mildew in press cakes and fiber and
yarn lubricants. Polyphase P100 also provides protection against mildew and rot.
POLYPHASE® P20T
Polyphase P20T is a water-dispersible liquid fungicide/mildewcide that provides dry film protection for aqueous-
based and most solvent-based systems. It is used to treat paints and coatings, stucco/masonry coatings, EIFS
coatings, and other similar coating products. Polyphase P20T should be added at the final stage of production.
POLYPHASE® PW40
Polyphase PW40 is effective against a wide variety of fungal organisms (mold, staining, and mildew). The primary
application is in water-based products, especially those in which VOC is a major concern. Polyphase PW40 is a free-
flowing, VOC-free dispersion.
POLYPHASE® SA27
Polyphase SA27 is a zero VOC, water-dispersed fungicide/mildewcide that provides dry film protection for aqueous-
based material. It is used to treat water-based adhesives, sealants, and caulks, and is especially well-suited for
difficult environments, such as kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and exterior applications.
POLYPHASE® WD17
Polyphase WD17 is a water-dispersible liquid preservative for the control of yeast and fungi in adhesives, antifoams,
dyestuffs, print paste, spinning lubricant emulsions, polymer and latex coatings, thickeners, fabric softeners, and
other textile wet processing chemicals.
TROYSAN 1050
Troysan 1050 is a water-based preservative designed to inhibit the growth of bacteria on coated surfaces. This
product is particularly useful to impart bacterial resistance to painted surfaces to reduce the average bacteria counts.
TROYSAN® CP20
Troysan CP20 is a zero VOC, broad-spectrum powdered fungicide effective against a wide variety of fungal
organisms. Troysan CP20 may be used as a fungicide for joint cement compounds, caulks, cements, sealants,
plastics, and coatings.

Wet-State Preservatives
MERGAL® 174II
Mergal 174II is a water-soluble liquid preservative for the control of bacteria in aqueous coatings. For use in resin
emulsions, pigment slurries, paints, stucco/masonry, EIFS, and other aqueous coating products. Can be used to
control bacterial growth at the air-water interface of paint manufacturing equipment and to recover spoiled material.
MERGAL® 174IIP
MERGAL 174IIP is a free-flowing, water-soluble powder preservative for the control of bacteria in adhesives,
antifoams, dyestuffs, print paste, spinning lubricant emulsions, polymer and latex coatings, thickeners, fabric
softeners, and other textile wet processing chemicals. MERGAL 174IIP is intended for use in aqueous products up to
125°F (52°C).
MERGAL® 186
MERGAL 186 is a clear, non-yellowing, water-soluble liquid preservative for control of bacteria in aqueous coatings.
For use in resin emulsions, pigment slurries, waterborne paints, stucco/masonry coatings, EIFS coatings, and other
coating products in which water is a component. Provides broad color stability.
MERGAL® 192
MERGAL 192 is a liquid, water-soluble organic preservative designed for use in aqueous based coatings. For use in
resin emulsions, pigment slurries, waterborne paints, stucco/masonry coatings, EIFS coatings, and other coating
products in which water is a component.
MERGAL® 395
MERGAL 395 is a clear, water-soluble liquid preservative for the control of bacteria. For use in resin emulsions,
pigment slurries, waterborne paints, stucco/masonry coatings, EIFS coatings, and other coating products in which
water is a component. Can be added at any point in the manufacturing process. Highly stable at elevated processing
temperat
MERGAL® 530
Mergal 530 is a low VOC, CH2O-free sanitizing biocide used to quickly regain control of contaminated product and
microbiologically fouled tanks, lines, and surfaces. It is approved for use in paints, adhesives, construction materials,
and process waters, among others. Mergal® 530 is a broad spectrum, quick kill, fast dissipating biocide that carrie
MERGAL® 680
Mergal® 680 is an effective liquid preservative used to prevent deterioration and degradation caused by bacteria,
yeast, mold, and fungi in aqueous systems. Mergal 680 is a liquid product easily incorporated into waterborne
systems. Mergal 680 does not cause pH drift. The preservative is especially effective in controlling Pseudomonas sp.
and Baci
MERGAL® 753
Mergal 753 is a highly concentrated, free-flowing wet-state preservative that is particularly useful for applications in
which a non-alkaline, formaldehyde-free product is desired. Mergal 753 is recommended for paints, coatings,
stuccos, adhesives, joint cements, mineral and pigment slurries, starch solutions, and sealants.
MERGAL® 758
Mergal 758 is a VOC-free, formaldehyde-free preservative developed for today's wet-state systems that encounter
sporadic contaminations. Mergal 758 is comprised of a quick kill biocide active for regaining control of the system, as
well as a biostat to ensure long-term protection. Mergal 758 is approved for use in paints, adhesives, constructio
MERGAL® 760
Mergal® 760 is a high-performance broad-spectrum wet-state preservative used to prevent deterioration and
degradation caused by bacteria in aqueous systems. Mergal® 760 is a VOC- and formaldehyde-free aqueous
dispersion product. Mergal® 760 combines fast-acting properties with long-lasting protection
MERGAL® BIT20
MERGAL BIT20 is a liquid, water-soluble preservative designed for use in aqueous products. It is cleared under a
wide range of FDA sections. When used at suggested levels in these systems, MERGAL BIT20 is cost-effective,
offers long-lasting efficacy and ease of incorporation, and has broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity.
MERGAL® BIT20W
MERGAL BIT20W is a broad-spectrum wet-state preservative provided in a VOC-free, stable dispersion. BIT20W
inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeast, & fungi in aqueous formulations.
MERGAL® BIT20X
MERGAL BIT20X is a broad-spectrum, liquid wet-state preservative that provides long-term protection against
bacteria & fungi in aqueous formulations emulsions, lattices, adhesives, and more.
MERGAL® CM1.5
Mergal® CM1.5 is a microbiocide that is effective against bacteria, yeast, and mold
MERGAL® K10N
MERGAL K10N is a VOC-free, clear, water-based liquid that is free of glycols, surfactants, and metals, and is
intended for the preservation of adhesives, antifoams, dyestuffs, print pastes, polymer and latex coatings, thickeners,
fabric softeners, and other wet processing chemicals. MERGAL K10N complies with FDA Title 21 CFR175.105,
176.170, 176.18
MERGAL® K12N
MERGAL K12N is a fast-acting, water-soluble liquid preservative for the control of bacteria, yeast, and fungi in
adhesives, antifoams, dyestuffs, print paste, polymer and latex coatings, thickeners, fabric softeners, and other wet
processing chemicals. MERGAL K12N complies with FDA Title 21 CFR 175.105 and 176.170.
MERGAL® K14
MERGAL K14 is a fast-acting, water-soluble liquid preservative for the control of bacteria, yeast, and fungi. For use
in resin emulsions, pigment slurries, waterborne paints, and other coating products in which water is a component.
Especially suited for coatings containing some residual redox agents.
NUOSEPT® 44
Nuosept® 44 is a 50% aqueous, non-chlorinated preservative that effectively inhibits growth of fungi and bacteria
during the manufacture, storage, and service of aqueous products. Nuosept 44 is non-yellowing. An additional
advantage of Nuosept 44 is that it remains active at alkaline pH, providing wide flexibility for the formulator
NUOSEPT® 497G
Nuosept® 497G in-can preservative is a VOC-free glycolic solution based on 1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one (BIT).
Nuosept 497G in-can preservative is effective as an in-can preservative in various water-based products such as
paints, polymer emulsions, and adhesives.
NUOSEPT® 95
Nuosept® 95 is a 50% aqueous solution of non-chlorinated organic compounds designed for use as a preservative
in water-based products. Nuosept® 95 effectively prevents deterioration and spoilage during the manufacture,
storage, and service of wide range of products

DISPERSANTS/ SURFACTANTS
TROYSOL ™ LAC
Troysol™ LAC promotes superior wetting for aqueous and water-reducible inks applied to low energy surfaces. Low
concentrations reduce the coating surface tension, resulting in improved adhesion, excellent flow and leveling, and
the elimination of surface defects.
TROYSOL™ 367
Troysol S367 promotes the wetting of contaminated surfaces such as metal and low surface energy substrates. It
improves surface appearance by promoting surface flow to eliminate crawling and pinholes. Troysol S367 is the
wetting additive of choice for alkyl phenol ethoxylate-free non-aqueous coatings.
TROYSOL™ 380W
Troysol 380W promotes excellent wetting for water reducible coatings applied to contaminated or low energy
surfaces. Coating properties including adhesion, flow and leveling, surface appearance and color acceptance are
improved with the use of Troysol 380W.
TROYSOL™ AFP
Troysol AFP is a surface active additive used to reduce pigment flooding and pigment floating in non-aqueous
coatings. This ensures color that is uniformity by stabilizing the surface tension forces during the drying process.
TROYSOL™ MS2
Troysol MS2 is an additive for increasing slip at the coating surface while maintaining excellent recoatability. The
increase of slip improves the resistance properties, such as mar and abrasion. The tendency for blocking is
minimized and surface leveling improves. Troysol MS2 is effective in non-aqueous and water-reducible coating
systems.
TROYSPERSE 90W
Troysperse 90W is a dispersing additive used for universal color pigment mill bases to tint both aqueous and non-
aqueous formulations. Troysperse 90W provides optimum color development for a variety of difficult-to-disperse
pigments, such as carbon black, phthalocyanines, and other organic pigments, combining the best color and the
highest gloss.
TROYSPERSE™ 98C
Troysperse 98C is an amphoteric, long-chain dispersing additive for difficult-to-disperse pigments such as carbon
black, phthalocyanines, and other organic pigments. Troysperse 98C is 95% active. The high level of activity
provides the necessary dispersion performance without burdening the formulator with higher solvent concentrations.
TROYSPERSE™ CD1
Troysperse CD1 is an alkyd-based, general-purpose dispersing additive for titanium dioxide and inorganic pigments.
It can be used with carbon black and organic pigments where maximum color strength and transparency are not
critical. It allows the ink formulator to achieve high pigment concentrations, stable dispersions, and fast dispersion
times.
TROYSPERSE™ W
Troysperse W is an amphoteric, fatty-amine-based dispersing additive for difficult-to-disperse pigments, such as
carbon black, phthalocyanines, and other organic pigments. It is also very effective in providing improved clarity in
semi-transparent, iron-oxide coatings. It is an excellent dispersing additive for making aqueous color concentrates.
TROYSPERSE™ ZWD1
Troysperse™ ZWD1 is a 100% active liquid dispersing and wetting additive for the dispersion of organic and
inorganic pigments in aqueous coating and printing Ink applications. ZWD1 is especially effective for the preparation
of aqueous color pigment concentrates.
TROYSPERSE™ ZWD3
Troysperse™ ZWD3 dispersant is engineered for formulators who require excellent color development capabilities,
high pigment loadings, and fast dispersion time. Troysperse™ ZWD3 is a 98% active aqueous pigment dispersant
developed for use with carbon black pigments in high-end as well as low-cost utility applications.

RHEOLOGY MODIFIERS
TROYTHIX® 150ACS
The strong thixotropic properties of Troythix 150ACS result in increased resistance to pigment settling while
providing the necessary balance between sag resistance and flow & leveling required for high gloss coatings. It is
suitable for industrial high gloss coatings including automotive, metal decorating, maintenance, wood, and furniture
TROYTHIX® 152H
Troythix® 152H is a pre-activated polyamide wax dispersion that effectively provides high thixotropy, excellent sag
resistance, and pigment suspension in wood and furniture finishes, metallic and special effect pigmented coatings,
high gloss industrial coatings, automotive coatings, and more.
TROYTHIX® 154B
Troythix® 154B is a pre-activated polyamide wax dispersion that effectively provides high thixotropy, excellent sag
resistance, and pigment suspension in non-aqueous systems.
TROYTHIX® 21BA
Troythix 21BA increases viscosity by providing controlled flocculation of pigment particles. It is effective in pigmented
coatings containing oxidizing resins and aliphatic solvents. Troythix 21BA imparts a high degree of thixotropy,
resulting in reduced sag and pigment settling.
TROYTHIX® 42BA
Troythix 42BA, the rheology additive for batch correction, increases viscosity without changing the viscosity profile. It
is effective in clear and lightly pigmented systems with aliphatic and aromatic solvents. Troythix 42BA increases
viscosity with minimal effect on gloss and no adverse effect on color uniformity.
TROYTHIX® 704SSA
Troythix 704SSA increases resistance to pigment settling without increasing the application viscosity. It is particularly
beneficial for industrial applications, including primers, dip coatings, stains, and other low gloss systems. Troythix
704SSA is effective in most non-aqueous, solvent-free, and water-reducible coatings.
TROYTHIX® 707SSA
Troythix 707SSA increases resistance to pigment settling in high gloss coatings without increasing application
viscosity. It is effective in industrial coatings, including automotive finishes, dipping enamels, coil coatings, and
aerosols. Troythix 707SSA has no negative effects on coating properties.
TROYTHIX® A
Troythix A, a chemically-modified castor ester, is activated by temperature and shear energy. It imparts a highly
thixotropic viscosity, thereby improving resistance to sag and settling, improving application properties, and reducing
substrate penetration.
TROYTHIX® ANTISAG 4
Troythix Anti-Sag 4, a sulfonated castor, prevents pigment agglomeration and pigment settling without increasing
viscosity. It is easily incorporated, and can be post-added to increase sag resistance. Troythix® Anti-Sag 4 reduces
substrate penetration, pigment floating, and does not affect gloss.
TROYTHIX® XYZ
Troythix® XYZ is an organic derivative of castor oil that imparts high thickening efficiency in aliphatic solvent
systems. It is supplied as a white, color-stable fine powder that functions by setting up a gel structure in the
application system.

POWDER COATING ADDITIVES


POWDERMATE® 486CFL
Flow & Leveling for Clear Coatings - Powdermate 486CFL allows the production of crystal clear topcoats free of
surface defects. Powdermate 486CFL offers excellent flow and leveling combined with good intercoat properties and
resistance to yellowing.
POWDERMATE® 507PFL
Flow & Leveling for Pigmented Coatings - Powdermate 507PFL ensures vivid colors in high gloss pigmented
coatings. It provides superior intercoat performance in primer systems and high distinctness-of-image and excellent
gloss retention for brilliant color coats.
POWDERMATE® 508TEX
Texturing/Special Effects - Powdermate 508TEX creates a wide variety of textures and surface effects. No other
single texture additive can offer the flexibility of Powdermate 508TEX.
POWDERMATE® 520PWS
Substrate & Pigment Wetting - Powdermate 520PWS is a pigment and substrate wetting additive engineered to
improve flow and adhesion properties on direct-to-metal applications, as well as increase pigment wetting for
improved dispersion.
POWDERMATE® 542DG
High Performance Degassing Agent - Powdermate 542DG is designed to eliminate surface defects caused by
entrapped gasses and provide excellent protection against discoloration from overbake, gas-fired curing, outdoor
exposure, and Hydroxyalkylamide (HAA) systems.
POWDERMATE® 550DG
High Performance Degassing Agent - Powdermate 550DG is designed to eliminate surface defects caused by
entrapped gasses. This product is suitable for a wide range of applications such as appliance, architectural, and
general industrial, and can be formulated with a wide range of commercial resin systems.
POWDERMATE® 570FL
Flow, Leveling, & Intercoat Adhesion - Powdermate 570FL is an advanced flow and leveling additive engineered to
eliminate surface defects and enhance clarity, gloss, and intercoat adhesion.
POWDERMATE® 575FL
Flow, Leveling, & Intercoat Adhesion - Powdermate 575FL is an advanced flow and leveling additive engineered to
eliminate surface defects and enhance clarity, gloss, and intercoat adhesion while providing improved surface
smoothness.

DEFOAMERS
TROYKYD® D11
Troykyd D11 is especially effective for adhesive products applied in industrial applications. In curtain coating
applications, its silicone free composition does not adversely affect curtain integrity. It is also effective in pressure
sensitive adhesives and consumer emulsion type adhesives.
TROYKYD® D121
Troykyd D121 is a high-efficiency, free-flowing powder defoamer for use in cement-based, gypsum-based, and
various other dry mix systems.
TROYKYD® D209W
Troykyd D209W is a solvent-free, high-performance additive that eliminates foam without compromising surface
appearance or integrity in high gloss aqueous coatings.
TROYKYD® D230
Troykyd D230 is a strong silicone-based antifoam. It prevents air entrapment during pigment grind, and is not
adversely affected by prolonged manufacturing time. Troykyd D230 is extremely effective for color pigment
concentrates.
TROYKYD® D472
The active ingredient of Troykyd D472 is based upon a synthetic wax, which is dispersed in a hydrocarbon carrier
system. For concentrate and tankside applications, Troykyd D472 is also recommended for aqueous cleaning
formulations.
TROYKYD® D704
Troykyd D704 is a hydrophobic, silica-based defoamer that is effective in both grind and letdown applications. This
product is effective in a broad range of architectural coatings, including flat, low gloss, eggshell, and semi-gloss
systems. Troykyd D704 provides superior long-term persistence.
TROYKYD® D720
Troykyd D720 is a general purpose defoamer. This product is particularly effective in flat to low gloss architectural
coatings. Troykyd D720 is water-dispersible for ease of incorporation. It is added in the letdown phase, and will not
adversely affect color acceptance.
TROYKYD® D726
Troykyd D726 is a robust defoamer containing multi-hydrophobes. It provides long-term defoaming efficacy in flat to
gloss architectural coatings. Troykyd D726 can often be used as a single defoaming material in systems in which
multiple defoamers have been required previously for adequate defoaming function.
TROYKYD® D727
Troykyd D727 is extremely effective in high-foaming aqueous systems. It is excellent for gravure ink applications and
high speed laminations. This product may also be added press side for improved performance. Troykyd D727 is
silicone-free and water-dispersible for ease of incorporation.
TROYKYD® D729
Troykyd D729 is a very effective silicone-based antifoam additive for preventing air entrainment during pigment
grinding or other process applications. Troykyd D729 is effective for the full range of aqueous coating types and can
be used in flat to high gloss products. It can be used alone or in combination with a letdown defoamer such as
Troykyd D
TROYKYD® D742
Troykyd D742 is a non-ionic air release additive (defoamer) for aqueous systems. D742 provides excellent bubble-
breaking and air release performance in aqueous wood coatings, industrial enamels, high gloss decorative coatings,
and overprint varnishes.
TROYKYD® D745
Troykyd D745 is an air release additive that provides efficient bubble-breaking and air release performance in high
shear applications, such as overprint varnishes, inks, adhesives, and wood coatings. D745 eliminate microfoam for
excellent film appearance.
TROYKYD® D767
Troykyd D767 is a mineral oil-free, silicone-free defoamer that provides outstanding air release in aqueous systems
such as admixtures, polymers, adhesives, inks, and natural rubber. The defoaming additive is effective at low
concentrations, often below 0.1%, and over a wide range of pH and temperature.
TROYKYD® D777
Troykyd D777 is a silicone-modified antifoam/defoamer that is effective in viscous coating systems. Troykyd D777
does not adversely affect color acceptance properties.
TROYSOL™ 307
Troysol 307 is a silicone copolymer that eliminates air entrainment in reactive systems, such as epoxy and
urethanes. It provides improved surface flow and eliminates common defects, such as fisheyes and orange peel.
Troysol 307 is very effective in high-solids coating systems. Low use levels result in low cost-in-use performance for
the coatings m
TROYSOL™ AFL
Troysol AFL is a mixture of polymeric materials. It provides superior air release when used in industrial coating
applications, such as wood finishing, furniture finishing, automotive, coil coating, and metal decorating. Troysol AFL
eliminates air entrainment in polyester gel coats.

WETTING AGENTS
TROYSOL ™ LAC
Troysol LAC is particularly effective in wetting low energy and contaminated surfaces, without causing undesired
fisheyes and other problems. Troysol LAC eliminates surface defects, improves adhesion, gloss, flow and leveling
and color acceptance.
TROYSOL ™ ZLAC
Troysol ZLAC provides the same benefits and attributes long associated with Troysol LAC, but without the VOC. The
product is particularly effective in wetting low energy and contaminated surfaces, without causing undesired fisheyes
and other problems. Troysol ZLAC eliminates surface defects, improves adhesion, gloss, flow and leveling and color
acc
TROYSOL™ 380W
Troysol 380W promotes excellent wetting for water reducible coatings applied to contaminated or low energy
surfaces. Coating properties including adhesion, flow and leveling, surface appearance and color acceptance are
improved with the use of Troysol 380W.
TROYSOL™ 382
Troysol 382 is a multifunctional, silicone-free wetting additive that provides improved substrate wetting, system flow
& leveling, defoaming, gloss, and color uniformity in aqueous coatings, inks, adhesives, construction products, and
emulsion polymers.
TROYSOL™ MS2
Troysol™ MS2 is a non-ionic, modified siloxane copolymer wetting additive providing increased surface slip and
improved mar resistance to coating and ink systems. The product is suitable for aqueous and non-aqueous systems.
TROYSOL™ S367
Troysol S367 promotes the wetting of contaminated surfaces, such as metal and low surface energy substrates,
including PET, Mylar™, polyethylene, and polypropylene. It improves surface appearance by promoting surface flow
to eliminate crawling and pinholes. Troysol S367 is the wetting additive of choice for alkyl phenol ethoxylate-free
coating
TROYSOL™ Z370
Troysol Z370 is a zero VOC, APE-free, high performance substrate wetting and mar & slip additive for solvent,
water-reducible, and aqueous systems. Troysol Z370 improves the wetting of low surface energy and contaminated
substrates, resulting in uniform film coverage and the prevention of surface defects, such as craters, pinholes, and
orange peel.
TROYSOL™ Z377
Troysol™ Z377 is a silicone-free acrylic additive that improves the flow and leveling of non-aqueous systems.
Troysol Z377 is highly effective in enhancing surface smoothness and stabilizing surface tension gradients upon
application and during cure. These characteristics prevent the formation of surface defects, such as craters,
pinholes, and

Carboxylates from Synthetic Acids


TROYMAX™ BARIUM 12.5
Barium carboxylates improve through-drying of a coating and have good pigment wetting characteristics. They also
demonstrate lower water sensitivity than Calcium carboxylates.
TROYMAX™ BISMUTH 24
Bismuth is used as a substitute for lead. It strongly activates cobalt and improves through-drying properties and
drying under adverse weather conditions (like Calcium does). Bismuth carboxylates are used in baking finishes to
improve the hardness.
TROYMAX™ CALCIUM 10NA
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYMAX™ CALCIUM 4NA
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYMAX™ CALCIUM 5NA
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYMAX™ CALCIUM 6NA
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYMAX™ CALCIUM 8NA
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYMAX™ CALCIUM OCTOATE 4
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYMAX™ CALCIUM OCTOATE 5
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYMAX™ CALCIUM OCTOATE 6
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYMAX™ COBALT 10
Cobalt carboxylates are the most effective oxidative catalysts at ambient temperatures. Cobalt driers produce fast
surface dry to the film. They also are effective as accelerators for peroxide-initiated polyesters and epoxies.
TROYMAX™ COBALT 12
Cobalt carboxylates are the most effective oxidative catalysts at ambient temperatures. Cobalt driers produce fast
surface dry to the film. They also are effective as accelerators for peroxide-initiated polyesters and epoxies.
TROYMAX™ COBALT 6
Cobalt carboxylates are the most effective oxidative catalysts at ambient temperatures. Cobalt driers produce fast
surface dry to the film. They also are effective as accelerators for peroxide-initiated polyesters and epoxies.
TROYMAX™ COBALT 8
Cobalt carboxylates are the most effective oxidative catalysts at ambient temperatures. Cobalt driers produce fast
surface dry to the film. They also are effective as accelerators for peroxide-initiated polyesters and epoxies.
TROYMAX™ MANGANESE 10
Manganese carboxylates improve the surface drying of a paint film and also possess some through-drying
properties. They are frequently used as polymerization accelerators in baking finishes and low-temperature drying
systems.
TROYMAX™ MANGANESE 10PC
Manganese carboxylates improve the surface drying of a paint film and also possess some through-drying
properties. They are frequently used as polymerization accelerators in baking finishes and low-temperature drying
systems.
TROYMAX™ MANGANESE 12
Manganese carboxylates improve the surface drying of a paint film and also possess some through-drying
properties. They are frequently used as polymerization accelerators in baking finishes and low-temperature drying
systems.
TROYMAX™ MANGANESE 6
Manganese carboxylates improve the surface drying of a paint film and also possess some through-drying
properties. They are frequently used as polymerization accelerators in baking finishes and low-temperature drying
systems.
TROYMAX™ MANGANESE 9
Manganese carboxylates improve the surface drying of a paint film and also possess some through-drying
properties. They are frequently used as polymerization accelerators in baking finishes and low-temperature drying
systems.
TROYMAX™ POTASSIUM 15
Potassium carboxylates work synergistically with Cobalt in unsaturated polyester thermo-set systems.
TROYMAX™ STRONTIUM 10
Strontium carboxylates improve through-drying under adverse conditions, such as high humidity and low
temperatures
TROYMAX™ ZINC 10
Zinc carboxylates demonstrate anti-oxidant properties. They are used as additives to retard the thermal breakdown
of lubricating oils and greases. Zinc carboxylates keep auto-oxidative films open, thus permitting hardening
throughout. Zinc carboxylates are very effective wetting/pigment-dispersing agents and have the added property of
inhibiting
TROYMAX™ ZINC 12
Zinc carboxylates demonstrate anti-oxidant properties. They are used as additives to retard the thermal breakdown
of lubricating oils and greases. Zinc carboxylates keep auto-oxidative films open, thus permitting hardening
throughout. Zinc carboxylates are very effective wetting/pigment-dispersing agents and have the added property of
inhibiting
TROYMAX™ ZINC 16
Zinc carboxylates demonstrate anti-oxidant properties. They are used as additives to retard the thermal breakdown
of lubricating oils and greases. Zinc carboxylates keep auto-oxidative films open, thus permitting hardening
throughout. Zinc carboxylates are very effective wetting/pigment-dispersing agents and have the added property of
inhibiting
TROYMAX™ ZINC 8
Zinc carboxylates demonstrate anti-oxidant properties. They are used as additives to retard the thermal breakdown
of lubricating oils and greases. Zinc carboxylates keep auto-oxidative films open, thus permitting hardening
throughout. Zinc carboxylates are very effective wetting/pigment-dispersing agents and have the added property of
inhibiting
TROYMAX™ ZIRCONIUM 10
Zirconium carboxylates improve the through-dry of auto-oxidative drying systems. They are used in combination with
Cobalt and Calcium carboxylates. They are preferentially used as replacements for Lead. Zirconium carboxylates
are also utilized as polymerization catalysts.
TROYMAX™ ZIRCONIUM 12
Zirconium carboxylates improve the through-dry of auto-oxidative drying systems. They are used in combination with
Cobalt and Calcium carboxylates. They are preferentially used as replacements for Lead. Zirconium carboxylates
are also utilized as polymerization catalysts.
TROYMAX™ ZIRCONIUM 18
Zirconium carboxylates improve the through-dry of auto-oxidative drying systems. They are used in combination with
Cobalt and Calcium carboxylates. They are preferentially used as replacements for Lead. Zirconium carboxylates
are also utilized as polymerization catalysts.
TROYMAX™ ZIRCONIUM 24
Zirconium carboxylates improve the through-dry of auto-oxidative drying systems. They are used in combination with
Cobalt and Calcium carboxylates. They are preferentially used as replacements for Lead. Zirconium carboxylates
are also utilized as polymerization catalysts.
TROYMAX™ ZIRCONIUM 6
Zirconium carboxylates improve the through-dry of auto-oxidative drying systems. They are used in combination with
Cobalt and Calcium carboxylates. They are preferentially used as replacements for Lead. Zirconium carboxylates
are also utilized as polymerization catalysts.

Anti Skinning Agents


TROYMAX™ ANTISKIN B
Troymax™ Anti-SkinB is a water-white to pale straw colored mobile liquid. Troymax™ Anti-SkinB prevents skin
formation on storage of paints, inks, varnishes, and pigment dispersions based on vehicles which dry by air-initiated
oxidation.
TROYMAX™ ANTISKIN OL
Troymax™ Anti-SkinOL is pale yellow liquid, phenolic type of low volatility anti-oxidant. It prevents skin formation on
storage of paints, inks, varnishes, and pigment dispersions. It is particularly indicated in applications where its low
odor and low volatility are advantageous and where oxime-type anti-oxidants are not sufficiently potent
TROYMAX™ B530
Stabilized mixture of metal carboxylates in a mineral spirits medium

Naphthenate
TROYCHEM™ CALCIUM 4
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYCHEM™ COBALT 6
Cobalt carboxylates are the most effective oxidative catalysts at ambient temperatures. Cobalt driers produce fast
surface dry to the film. They also are effective as accelerators for peroxide-initiated polyesters and epoxies.
TROYCHEM™ COPPER 8
Copper carboxylates possess some catalytic activity in polyesters and epoxy systems, but the principal use of
copper metal-soaps is for fungicidal control.
TROYCHEM™ IRON 6
Iron carboxylates are primarily used in dark baking enamels where maximum hardness is required. Normally, it only
becomes catalytically active at temperatures over 130°C.
TROYCHEM™ LANTHANUM 4
Lanthanum carboxylates promote the polymerization and through-drying processes. These types of driers are
particularly recommended for baking enamels and white and clear overprint varnishes, as they produce the least
discoloration of all active metals. They are especially useful for alkyd and epoxy resins or combinations of both with
amine resins.
TROYCHEM™ MANGANESE 6
Manganese carboxylates improve the surface drying of a paint film and also possess some through-drying
properties. They are frequently used as polymerization accelerators in baking finishes and low-temperature drying
systems.
TROYCHEM™ ZINC 10LV
Zinc carboxylates demonstrate anti-oxidant properties. They are used as additives to retard the thermal breakdown
of lubricating oils and greases. Zinc carboxylates keep auto-oxidative films open, thus permitting hardening
throughout. Zinc carboxylates are very effective wetting/pigment-dispersing agents and have the added property of
inhibiting
TROYCHEM™ ZINC 8
Zinc carboxylates demonstrate anti-oxidant properties. They are used as additives to retard the thermal breakdown
of lubricating oils and greases. Zinc carboxylates keep auto-oxidative films open, thus permitting hardening
throughout. Zinc carboxylates are very effective wetting/pigment-dispersing agents and have the added property of
inhibiting

Loss of Dry Inhibitor


TROYMAX™ PERMADRY
Troymax™ PermaDry is a lead-free loss-of-dry and gel-time drift inhibitor. It maintains its efficacy in coatings and
inks containing high surface-area pigments such as carbon blacks, organic reds and colloidal silicas. Troymax™
Permadry is a cost-effective replacement for Cobalt 21% feeder pastes.

Water Dispersible
TROYCHEM™ CALCIUM 6WD
Calcium carboxylates are very useful when used in combination with active driers such as Cobalt and Manganese.
Calcium driers help to improve hardness and gloss as well as to reduce skin-formation, silking, and blooming. They
are also useful as pigment wetting/dispersing agents and loss-of-dry inhibitors.
TROYCHEM™ COBALT 6WD
Cobalt carboxylates are the most effective oxidative catalysts at ambient temperatures. Cobalt driers produce fast
surface dry to the film. They also are effective as accelerators for peroxide-initiated polyesters and epoxies.
TROYCHEM™ MANGANESE 6WD
Manganese carboxylates improve the surface drying of a paint film and also possess some through-drying
properties. They are frequently used as polymerization accelerators in baking finishes and low-temperature drying
systems.
TROYCHEM™ ZIRCONIUM 12WD
Zirconium carboxylates improve the through-dry of auto-oxidative drying systems. They are used in combination with
Cobalt and Calcium carboxylates. They are preferentially used as replacements for Lead. Zirconium carboxylates
are also utilized as polymerization catalysts.
TROYMAX™ LITHIUM 2
Lithium carboxylates promote through-drying. They are often used in High Solids coatings and water-dispersible
alkyds. They do not lose their effectiveness even in cool environments.

Drier Blends
TROYMAX™ 123
Troymax™ 123 is a ready-for-use pre-complexed mix of different metals. It is used as a drier for air initiated auto
oxidative drying coatings.
TROYMAX™ 2002
Troymax™ 2002 is a ready-for-use pre-complexed mix of metal carboxylates. Usually, Troymax™ 2002 does not
require the addition of anti-skinning agent.
TROYMAX™ BXPB
Troymax™ BXPB is a stabilized, lead-free blend of driers that emulates the drying actions of lead in a broad range of
systems that require the hard/durable finish provided by lead.
TROYMAX™ CZ69
Troymax™ CZ69 is a cobalt-zirconium drier complex designed to promote the air-drying properties of coatings and
inks based on oxidizing vehicles. This combination of metals insures good surface and through-drying properties
with the addition of a single drier. Compatibility and stability are excellent with a wide range of vehicle types

Polyester Accelerators
TROYMAX™ 559
Troymax™ 559 is a lead-free loss-of-dry and gel-time-drift inhibitor. It maintains drying efficiency in oxidizing paints
and printing inks containing high surface area pigments, such as carbon blacks, organic reds and colloidal silicas.
TROYMAX™ PERMADRY
Troymax™ PermaDry is a lead-free loss-of-dry and gel-time drift inhibitor. It maintains its efficacy in coatings and
inks containing high surface-area pigments such as carbon blacks, organic reds and colloidal silicas. Troymax™
Permadry is a cost-effective replacement for Cobalt 21% feeder pastes.

Stearates
TROYMAX™ 858
Troymax™ 858 is a zinc carboxylate from stearic acid. It is usually employed as a stir-in lubricating agent for varnish
and lacquer sanding/sealer type systems.

Testing Kits
B-F INDICATORS™
B-F Indicators™ are practical tools for determining the presence of a variety of destructive microorganisms common
to manufacturing environments. Left unchecked, these microorganisms can negatively affect the properties,
performance, and overall quality of finished products and shorten expected shelf-life.

Performance Additives
TROYKYD® D742
Troykyd® D742 is a blend of modified silicones and polyglycols. It provides excellent bubble-breaking and air-
release performance over a wide range of applications. These include aqueous wood coatings, industrial enamels,
high gloss decorative coatings, and overprint varnishes.
TROYKYD® D745
Troykyd® D745 is a blend of modified silicones. It provides efficient bubble-breaking and air-release performance
under high shear applications such as overprint varnishes, inks, adhesives and wood coatings. The versatility of the
product eliminates micro-foam while providing excellent film appearance
TROYKYD® D777
Silicone modified glycol ester modified hydrocarbon Troykyd® D777 is a high efficiency fast acting defoamer for
latex systems, water reducible systems, and all aqueous formulations
TROYSOL™ 382
Troysol™ 382 is a multifunctional, silicone-free wetting additive based on acetylenic diol chemistry. Troysol 382
provides improved substrate wetting, system flow and leveling, defoaming, gloss, and color uniformity in aqueous
coatings, adhesive products, inks, construction products, and emulsion polymers
TROYSOL™ AFL
Troysol™ AFL is a polymeric ester blend, silicone-free surfactant supplied in liquid form to improve bubble release
and reduce pigment floating of non-aqueous systems
TROYSOL™ AFP
Troysol™ AFP is a micro-milled calcium carbonate treated with surface active agents and pigment dispersants to
improve pigment wetting and reduce flooding and floating by controlling the interfacial tension in systems to which it
is added.
TROYSPERSE™ ZWD1
Troysperse™ ZWD1 is a 100% active liquid dispersing & wetting additive for the dispersion of organic and inorganic
pigments in aqueous coating & printing Ink applications. Troysperse ZWD1 offers performance advantages that
result in excellent dispersion and provide low cost-in-use.
TROYSPERSE™ ZWD3
Troysperse™ ZWD3 is a polymeric dispersant that is solvent- and APEO-free. The unique anchoring groups are
amine-free, which makes the product suitable for reactive curing systems.
TROYTHIX® 152H
Troythix® 152H is a pre-activated polyamide wax dispersion that effectively provides high thixotropy, excellent sag
resistance, and pigment suspension.
TROYTHIX® 154B
Troythix® 154B is a pre-activated polyamide wax dispersion that effectively provides high thixotropy, excellent sag
resistance, and pigment suspension in non-aqueous systems
TROYTHIX®150ACS
Troythix®150ACS is a pre-activated polyamide wax dispersion that effectively provides a highly thixotropic or shear
thinning structure, resulting in excellent sag resistance and pigment suspension. The thixotropic nature of 150ACS
results in excellent application properties

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