AEROSIL® R 106

AEROSIL® R 106 is a hydrophobic fumed silica surface treated with D4 (octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane).

Principal: Evonik Corporation Silicas

Functions: Anti-Blocking Agent, Flow Improver, Flow Promoter, Rheology Modifier

Chemical Family: Silica

End Uses: 1K (1 component) Coating, 2K (2 component) Coating, Protective Coatings, Solventborne Coating, Toner

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Epoxies (EP), Silicone Elastomer

Labeling Claims: Conflict Minerals-free, Odor-free

Features: Anti-Settling, Corrosion Resistance, Excellent Scratch Resistance, Improved Rheology, Pseudoplastic Rheology, Sag Resistance

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Chemical Family
Country of Origin
Function
Flow Promoter, Anti-Blocking Agent, Flow Improver
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Product Code
MITM04242
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Labeling Claims
Product Benefits
  • Especially recommened for 2-pack epoxy resins
  • Pprovides pseudo plastic(shear thinning) flow behavior
  • Excellent rheology effect

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S000006
Principal

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the producthas a shelf lifeof 24 months from the date of manufacture. Recommended to store AEROSIL® R 106 in closed containers under dry conditions and to protect the material from volatile substances.

Other

Appearance
Free flowing powder
Color (SDS)
White
Odor (SDS)
Odorless
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pHmin. 3.7-
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life24.0 momo
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Apparent Tamped Density50.0 g/Lg/L
Moisture Contentmax. 0.5 %%
Specific Surface Area220.0-280.0 m²/gm²/gBrunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET)
Material Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Carbon Content1.5-3.0 %%
Application Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dosage (Use Level)1.0-2.0 %(W/W)%(W/W)
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Decomposition Temperature (SDS)min. 572.0 °F°F
Density (SDS)2.0 g/cm³g/cm³at 20°C
pH (SDS)min. 3.7-at 20°C, 40 g/l, 1:1 in suspension