HFGEL 120-C

HFGEL 120-C is an organophilic clay designed for use in medium to high polarity systems. HFGEL 120-C imparts excellent rheology, particle suspension, and pigment anti-settling.

Principal: ZHEJIANG FENGHONG NEW MATERIAL CO., LTD.

Functions: Rheology Modifier, Rheology Modifier

Chemical Family: Organoclays

End Uses: Anti-Corrosion Coating, Caulks, Greases, Printing Ink

Physical Form: Powder

Features: Excellent Film Strength, Excellent Suspension Properties, Imparts Thixotropy, Improved Rheology, Prevents Pigment Settling, Thixotropic

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Chemical Family
Fluids & Lubricants Functions
Function
Rheology Modifier
Product Code
MITM12776
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Fluids & Lubricants Features
Product Advantages
  • Helps achieve proper balance of thixotropy and anti-sedimentation properties
  • Exerts strong film reinforcement properties in organic binder systems

Applications & Uses

Adhesive & Sealant End Applications
Coating End Applications
Fluids & Lubricants End Use
Fluids & Lubricants Type
Ink & Toner End Applications
Markets
Applications
Recommended Use Level

HFGEL 120-C is typically used at levels of 0.5% - 2.0% by weight of the total system, depending upon the degree of thickening or other properties desired.

Properties

Physical Form
Chemical Activators
Solvent Composition Concentration (%) Basis
Methanol/H₂O 95/5 30-50

Based on dry weight of HFGEL 120-C

Ethanol/H₂O 95/5 30-50

Based on dry weight of HFGEL 120-C

Propylene Carbonate   25-35

Based on dry weight of HFGEL 120-C

Acetone/H₂O   50-60

Based on dry weight of HFGEL 120-C

Incorporation Information
  • HFGEL 120-C belongs to the conventional type of organoclay, requiring shear applied with good dispersion equipment and a chemical activator to reach the proper activation.
  • HFGEL 120-C should be dispersed in resin/solvent for at least 30 minutes followed by wetting agents and pigments.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S002202
Principal

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions

HFGEL 120-C has a shelf life of at least two years from date of manufacture. Store in a cool dry place.

Other

Appearance
Light white free-flowing powder
Appearance (SDS)
Powder
Color (SDS)
Light white
Flammable Nature (SDS)
May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Insoluble in (SDS)
Water
Item Number
Odor (SDS)
Odorless
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life24.0 momo
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.7 g/cm³g/cm³
Moisture Contentmax. 3.5 %%
Sieve Fractionation (Through)min. 98.0 %%-200 Mesh
Application Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dosage (Use Level)0.5 %%