RHOPLEX® 4400

RHOPLEX® 4400 is a 100% acrylic latex binder designed to provide wide formulation latitude for caulks and sealants. These high solids, low Tg emulsion can be formulated without plasticizer to meet the performance requirements of ASTM C920 Class 12.5 to 35 and ASTM C-834 Grade -18°. Sealants formulated with RHOPLEX® 4400 provide reduced dirt pick-up, mildew growth and paint discoloration, as well as excellent weatherability.

Principal: Dow Coating Materials

Chemical Family: Acrylics & Acrylates

End Uses: Paper Coating

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Paper

Features: Excellent Adhesion, Excellent Formulation Flexibility, Excellent Weatherability, High Solid Content, Less Dirt Pick Up Potential, Low Glass Transition Temperature, Mildew Resistant, Non-Discoloring, Outdoor Durability, Reduced Paint Discoloration

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Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
CASE Ingredients Functions
Binder & Resin
Chemical Family
Acrylics & Acrylates
Function
Binder
Product Code
MITM16170
Single Ingredient
Yes
Technologies
CASE
Product Families
CASE — Resins & Binders
Acrylics

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Excellent Adhesion,
Excellent Formulation Flexibility,
Excellent Weatherability,
High Solid Content,
Less Dirt Pick Up Potential,
Low Glass Transition Temperature,
Mildew Resistant,
Non-Discoloring,
Outdoor Durability,
Reduced Paint Discoloration
Labeling Claims
Plasticizer-free
Key Features and Benefits
  • Excellent exterior durability
  • Good adhesion
  • More indicated to formulation without added plasticizer, but also accepting of plasticizer addition
  • Higher PVC formulations

Applications & Uses

Coating End Applications
Paper Coating
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Paper
Markets
Adhesives & Sealants,
Industrial
Applications
Adhesives & Sealants — Building & Construction
Sealants & Caulks
Industrial — Paper & Pulp
Coated Paper & Paperboard

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid

Regulatory & Compliance

Quality Standards
ASTM C834 Grade -18°C,
ASTM C920 Class 12.5,
ASTM C920, Class 35

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S000005
Principal
Dow Coating Materials

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • RHOPLEX® 4400 should be stored at temperatures between 1°C and 49°C in tightly sealed containers.
  • Avoid freezing of the material. Local legislation on storage must be followed.
  • RHOPLEX® 4400 is protected against microbial attack during transportation and storage in not opened original packaging.
  • To avoid problems with microbial attack during processing and in opened packaging attention should be paid on hygiene.
  • In some cases it could make sense to add biocides to avoid problems with microorganisms.
  • Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Large quantities should be handled in a correctly ventilated area
  • Material can create slippery conditions.
  • As the product contains water corrosion- resistance equipment should be used for processing.
  • Low shear pumps like diaphragm pumps should be used.

Other

Appearance
Liquid milky white
Color (SDS)
White
Protect from Freezing
Yes
Temperature Control
Yes
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH4.5-
Material Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Solid Content63.0-
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density0.858 g/mLg/mL
Film Forming Temperaturemax. 0.0 °C°C
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg)-43.0 °C°C
Storage Temperature34.0-120.0 °F°F
Viscositymax. 1000.0 cPscPsAt 25°C
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point (SDS)100.0 °C°C
Evaporation Rate (SDS)max. 1.0 %%Butyl acetate = 1
Melting Point (SDS)0.0 °C°C
Relative Vapor Density (SDS)max. 1.0-Air = 1
Specific Gravity (SDS)1.0-1.2-Water = 1
Vapor Pressure (SDS)17.0-at 20°C
Viscosity (SDS)100.0-1000.0-
Volatile Content (SDS)36.0-38.0 %%Water
pH (SDS)4.0-5.0-
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life0.0-