SURFYNOL® MD-20

SURFYNOL® MD-20 is a very compatible molecular defoamer based on Gemini surfactant technology. Freeof siliconeand silica. Offers additional dynamic wetting properties.

Principal: Evonik Corporation Coating Additives

Functions: Defoamer, Wetting Agent

Chemical Family: Diols

End Uses: Clearcoat, Floor Coatings, Waterborne Coating

Labeling Claims: Conflict Minerals-free, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Organic, Silicone-free, Sustainable

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Defoamer,
Wetting Agent
Chemical Family
Diols
Country of Origin
United States of America (USA)
Function
Wetting Agent, Defoamer
Product Code
MITM11634
Technologies
CASE
Product Families
CASE — Additives
Dispersing & Wetting Additives,
Foam Control

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Defoaming,
Excellent Film Appearance,
Good Compatibility,
Good Long Term Efficiency,
Good Wetting,
High Durability,
Improved Substrate Wetting
Labeling Claims
Conflict Minerals-free,
Not Listed In California Proposition 65,
Organic,
Silicone-free,
Sustainable
Product Benefits
  • Universal use in water borne formulations
  • Effectiveness against macro- and micro-foam in combination with high compatibility
  • Highly recommended in combination with classical silicone-based defoamers or substrate wetting additives

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Air Less Spray,
Brush,
Curtain Coating,
Dip Coating,
Flow Coat,
Roller,
Spray
Coating End Applications
Clearcoat,
Floor Coatings,
Waterborne Coating
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Wood
Markets
Automotive & Transportation,
Paints & Coatings,
Printing & Packaging
Applications
Automotive & Transportation — Coatings & Finishes
Automotive OEM Coatings
Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction
Wood Coatings & Finishes
Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings
Industrial Coatings
Printing & Packaging — Printing & Inks
Specialty Inks
Product Applications
  • Wood coatings
  • General industrial coatings
  • Printing Inks
  • Car OEM coatings
Processing Information

Can be introduced in the grind and let-down stage.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Soluble In
Acetone Soluble,
Butyl Acetate,
Ethanol Soluble,
Mineral Spirit Soluble,
Tripropylene Glycol Diacrylate (TPGDA)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Drums,
Pails,
Totes (IBC)

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S000006
Principal
Evonik Corporation Coating Additives

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • SURFYNOL® MD-20 surfactant should be stored under dry and clean conditions between -10 °C and 50 °C.
  • Product is freeze-thaw stable; if it phase separates or freezes at colder temperatures, warm container to 40 °C and mix thoroughly before use.

Other

Appearance
Clear colored liquid
Color (SDS)
Yellow
IATA/ICAO Proper Shipping Name
Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, N.O.S. (acetylenic diol mixture)
IATA/ICAO UN Number
UN3082
IMO/IMDG EmS Fire
F-A
IMO/IMDG EmS Spill
S-F
IMO/IMDG Proper Shipping Name
Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, N.O.S. (acetylenic diol mixture)
IMO/IMDG UN Number
UN3082
Insoluble in (SDS)
Water
Item Number
ITM18957,
ITM19047,
ITM19176
Odor (SDS)
Like menthol
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Material Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Content100.0%
Application Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dosage (Use Level)0.1-1.0%
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point (SDS)527.0°F
Density (SDS)1.0g/cm³At 77°F
Flash Point (SDS)266.0°F
Vapor Pressure (SDS)8.02hPaAt 70°F
Viscosity (SDS)210.0mPa.sAt 77°F
pH (SDS)7.0-at 25°C