Products

BYK-018 is a VOC-free, silicone-containing defoamer specifically designed for aqueous pigmented high-gloss emulsion systems. It provides high effectiveness against microfoam, making it ideal for waterborne coatings. The product is formulated to enhance foam control without compromising the quality of the final coating, ensuring smooth and glossy finishes. It is a hydrophobically modified polyurethane defoamer, offering excellent performance in a variety of high-performance applications.

BYK-017 is a silicone-containing defoamer for aqueous pigment concentrates and glycol pastes used in printing inks and coatings. It prevents foam during grinding, ensures long-term stability, and is particularly suitable for resin-containing grinds.

BYK-011 is a silicone-free, polymer-based defoamer for aqueous coating systems, including radiation-curable systems and cleaning agents. It is particularly recommended for two-pack polyurethane systems and offers very good recoatability.

BYK-012 is a polymer-based, VOC- and silicone-free defoamer designed specifically for aqueous coatings, printing inks, and adhesives. It is particularly effective in high-quality architectural coatings and delivers excellent performance at minimal dosage. Its key features include alkali and acid stability, as well as an effective anti-foaming action. BYK-012 is suitable for a variety of applications, including plasterboard coatings, wood coatings, and waterborne adhesives. Additionally, it is compatible with substrates such as leather and wood. The product is also mineral oil-free, making it a versatile and eco-friendly choice for formulations.

BYK-019 is a silicone-containing defoamer for aqueous pigment concentrates used in coatings, printing inks, and overprint varnishes. It prevents foam during grinding and provides long-term and shear stability, making it particularly suitable for resin-free grinds or slurries.

BYK-021 is a VOC-free, silicone-containing defoamer for aqueous high-gloss emulsion systems, dispersion adhesives, printing inks, and overprint varnishes. It is particularly suitable for high-gloss and satin-gloss systems and for airless applications.

BYK-016 is a VOC-free and silicone-free polymer-based defoamer specifically designed for aqueous coatings, adhesives, printing inks, and overprint varnishes. It is also suitable for underwater pelletizing of thermoplastics and is approved for food contact applications. The product is APEO-free, mineral oil-free, and provides excellent defoaming performance at low dosages. It is ideal for applications such as waterborne coatings, varnishes, coil coating, and can coatings. Additionally, BYK-016 is effective in waterborne adhesives and is a versatile defoamer for a range of industrial applications.

BYK-025 is a silicone-containing defoamer designed for aqueous high-gloss emulsion systems and adhesive formulations. Known for its high compatibility and ease of incorporation, it is ideal for use in waterborne adhesives and various coating applications, including curtain coating. It is particularly effective in polyurethane-based systems (PU) and offers excellent defoaming properties. BYK-025 belongs to the chemical family of polysiloxanes and is widely used for improving the quality and appearance of coatings and adhesives by controlling foam.

BYK-022 is a VOC-free, silicone-containing defoamer for aqueous coatings, printing inks, and adhesives. It is also effective against microfoam.

BYK-023 is a VOC-free, silicone-containing defoamer designed for use in aqueous dispersion coatings, printing inks, overprint varnishes, and cleaning agents. It is particularly effective in waterborne coatings and printing inks, and can also be used in hybrid ink formulations. The defoamer is compatible with acrylate-based resins and features excellent defoaming properties. It is labeled as VOC-free and belongs to the chemical family of polysiloxanes. BYK-023 is widely used for its ability to control foam and improve the overall quality of coatings and inks.

BYK-028 is a VOC-free, silicone-containing defoamer for aqueous high-gloss emulsion systems and adhesives. It is easy to incorporate.

BYK-024 is a VOC-free, silicone-containing defoamer for aqueous emulsion lacquers, printing inks, overprint varnishes, and emulsion adhesives. It is an all-purpose, compatible defoamer that is easy to incorporate.

BYK-035 is a VOC-free, mineral oil-based defoamer containing silicone, designed for use in aqueous emulsion paints and high-gloss emulsion systems. It is APE-free and offers shear resistance, making it highly effective in preventing foam formation in plasterboard coatings and waterborne paints. Classified under the chemical families of paraffins and mineral oils, BYK-035 enhances the performance and quality of coatings by controlling foam, ensuring smooth application, and improving the overall finish.

BYK-037 is a VOC-free defoamer based on a mineral oil emulsion for aqueous emulsion paints, plasters, and adhesives. It contains silicone.

BYK TBEP is tributoxyethyl phosphate, primarily used as a plasticizer in floor polishes. It is versatile in coatings applications, particularly in acrylic and waterborne coatings. In addition to its function as a plasticizer, BYK TBEP also serves as a defoamer in various formulations, enhancing performance in coating systems by improving flexibility and reducing foam during processing.