Bentone DE Hectorite clay Elementis Rheology Modifier/ Thickener >> Organoclay >> Hectorite Coatings >> Waterborne Architectural / Decorative >> Interior wall coatings Architectural / Decorative >> Exterior wall coatings Automotive OEM >> Primer / Surfacer Automotive OEM >> Top coats Pigment concentrates BENTONE DE is highly refined hectorite clay and is intended for use in architectural coatings system.Due to its ultra fine particle size and special benificiation process the product can be easily dispersed and activated.Another advantage is the low water demand of the product.This allows for easiy hanling and formulation flexibility during paint production. Applications .Interior and exterior emulsions .Pigment dispersion .one coat hiding system. Properties .Rheological properties -provides thermostable aqueous phase viscosity control,enhance film build,imparts thixotropy. .easy to use -porable pregels can be made with 14% clay solids in water,Easy stir in incoporation. .Paint performance -effective over wide pH range 6-11,consistent water release,pH independent,reduces syneresis,superior suspension properties.