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.

Functions: Defoamer

Chemical Family: Chemical Mixtures & Blends

End Uses: Can Coating, Coil Coating, Varnishes, Waterborne Adhesive, Waterborne Coating

Labeling Claims: Alkylphenol Ethoxylate (APEO)-free, Mineral Oil-free, Silicone-free, Volatile Organic Compound (VOC)-free

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Product Benefits

Printing Inks and Overprint Varnishes
BYK-016 is a very effective silicone- and mineral oil-free defoamer for aqueous printing inks, overprint varnishes and inkjet printing inks. It has no negative influence on the runnability and does not cause any defects in the print image.
Recommended Levels
1-2% additive (as supplied) based upon total formulation. The above recommended levels can be used for orientation. Optimal levels are determined through a series
of laboratory tests.
Incorporation and Processing Instructions
The additive can be added at any time during production. Sufficiently high shear forces must be applied.

Coatings Industry
BYK-016 is a very effective silicone- and mineral oil-free defoamer for aqueous coating systems and is particularly recommended for can and coil coatings.
Recommended Levels
1-2% additive (as supplied) based upon total formulation. The above recommended levels can be used for orientation. Optimal levels are determined through a
series of laboratory tests.
Incorporation and Processing Instructions
The additive can be added at any time during production. Sufficiently high shear forces must be applied.

Adhesives & Sealants
BYK-016 is a very effective silicone- and mineral oil-free defoamer for aqueous adhesives. It can be very easily incorporated and displays a good compatibility in sensitive systems. In aqueous cold seal adhesives for flexible food packaging BYK-016 prevents foam very efficiently and can be used without any problems as a result of its approval for use in contact with food.
Recommended Levels
0.1-1% additive (as supplied) based upon total formulation. The above recommended levels can be used for orientation. Optimal levels are determined through a
series of laboratory tests.
Incorporation and Processing Instructions
The additive can be added at any time during production. Sufficiently high shear forces must be applied.

Thermoplastics
BYK-016 is recommended for use as a defoamer for the underwater pelletizing of thermoplastics.
Recommended Levels
0.05-0.1 % additive (as supplied) in the circulation water.
The above recommended levels can be used for orientation. Optimal levels are determined through a series of laboratory tests.
Incorporation and Processing Instructions
The additive is added directly into the circulation water.

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Application Area
Adhesive & Sealant End Applications
Coating End Applications
Use Level
1 - 2% (Coatings Industry), 1 - 2% (Printing Inks and Overprint Varnishes), 0.1 - 1% (Adhesives & Sealants), 0.05 - 0.1% (Thermoplastics)

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volatile Organic Compounds - Free (does not contain alkylphenol ethoxylates)max. 1500ppm-
Density (at 20°C)1g/ml-
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Auto Ignition Tempertauremin. 200°CDIN 51794
Flash Pointmin. 100°CPensky-Martens Closed Cup
Initial Boiling Pointmin. 188°CDerived
Melting Point0°CDerived
Density (at 20°C, 1013 hPa)1.001g/cm³Deaerated oscillating U-tube
Vapour Pressuremax. 1hPaDerived
AppearanceLiquid--
ColorAmber--
Flammability (liquids)Sustains Combustion--
Immiscible InWater--
pH (at 20°C, Concentration: 1%)6-Universal pH-Value Indicator
Composition Data

Compound of foam-destroying polymers and hydrophobic solids

Regulatory & Compliance

OEM Specifications

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Separation may occur. Mix well before use.