Bentone CT Hectorite clay Elementis Rheology Modifier/ Thickener >> Organoclay >> Hectorite Coatings >> Waterborne Architectural / Decorative BENTONE CT rheological additive is a natural untreated, hectorite clay of a defined particle size, suitable for thickening and flow control of aqueous systems. Applications Building materials, such as mortar bases on lime,cement and gypsum,synthetic resin-bound plasters,water-borne adhesives,household cleaners and polishes,crop protection agents,low-cost emulsion paints. Key Properties BENTONE CT thixotropic additive is a cost-effective thixotropic additive for aqueous systems,provides stable shear-thinning viscosity and texture build over a wide temperature range,improves slump or sag resistance,does not retard drying; it has fast water release,acts as suspending agent, preventing hard settlement,is bacteria- and enzyme-resistant.