Emulsifiers for waterborne alkyds
Waterborne alkyds are based on emulsion technology which allows traditional solvents to be replaced by water. Swapping out solvents for water comes with many benefits such as lower VOC levels and reduced dependency on fossil raw materials. In other words, working with waterborne alkyds significantly improves the sustainability, health and safety credentials of the final paint.
The alkyd emulsion has grown from a niche to a standard resin for the coating industry. Waterborne alkyds are now a preferred sustainable binder in numerous applications such as wood coatings for both exterior and interior use. Legislation on VOC levels and the use of non-fossil materials will keep driving this development forward.
Seamlessly transition to waterborne alkyds with Neptem™ emulsifiers
Our range of emulsifiers is designed to support the transition from solvent-based to waterborne alkyd resins. In an era where sustainability and performance go hand in hand, Neptem™ enables alkyd resin producers to meet the growing demand for low-VOC, environmentally friendly coatings without compromising quality or versatility.
Key features of Neptem™
- Uncompromised performance: Delivers high-performance emulsification, ensuring waterborne alkyds match or exceed the quality of traditional solvent-based systems.
- Sustainability: Supports the transition to low-VOC coatings by reducing emissions and utilizing renewable content.
- Technical support: Backed by Perstorp’s extensive technical expertise and customer support to facilitate a smooth transition.
- Extended application range: Unlock possibilities beyond the traditional applications and emulsify a broader range of alkyd resins.
Building blocks for waterborne alkyds
Perstorp is also the world’s leading provider of alkyd building blocks such as Pentaerythritol and TMP. Their sustainable counterparts Voxtar™ and Evyron™ are available in grades with up to 100% renewable-based carbon content. These products are designed to reduce the carbon footprint and support sustainable sourcing of renewable raw material and come with an ISCC PLUS certification.
Product specifications and sample requests
| Anionic surfactant | Polymercially stabilized emulsifier | Non-ionic surfactant |
|---|---|---|
| Neptem™ 11 | Neptem™ 21 | Neptem™ 31 |
| Neptem™ 32 |