Bentone MA Organically modified special smectite clay Elementis Emulsifier >> oil in water Rheology Modifier/ Thickener >> Organoclay >> Hectorite Coatings >> Waterborne Architectural / Decorative >> Facade paints (plaster, concrete) Architectural / Decorative >> Gloss paints (kitchen & bath) Automotive OEM >> Top coats Automotive OEM >> Electrodeposition (E-coating) Automotive refinishing >> Enamels Other industry >> Ceramic Coating BENTONE MA is a rheological additive based on a purified hectorite clay that imparts thixotropy and good anti-settling properties to water-borne systems. Applications Adhesives, Agro chemicals, Cementitious systems, Ceramic glazes, Cosmetics, Crop Protection Agents, Oil-in-water emulsions, Emulsion paints, Electro-deposition paints, Foundry resins/foundry paints (washes), Household cleaners, Polishes, Plaster compounds, Water-reducible systems, Welding electrodes. Key Properties rheological properties -provides thermostable aqueous phase viscosity control,imparts thixotropy, application performance -enhances texturing and stippling effects, system stability -electrolyte tolerant prevents hard settlement of pigments/fillers,reduces syneresis, easy to use -can be incorporated as powder or as an aqueous pre-gel