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Low VOC universal paint colorant compositions

US7659340B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 17, 2006
Grant dateFeb 9, 2010
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Expiry dateDec 12, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08K5/0008
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A universal colorant composition for both solvent- and water-based paints and coatings includes a colorant component, such as pigment, dye, colorant, tinting agent and/or metal effect agent; a surfactant package including at least one alkyd-compatible; surfactant and at least one latex-compatible surfactant; and a carrier. When the surfactant package is added to a base paint it provides a mixture having a drop in viscosity of less than about 50%.

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