Evonik's Coating Additives business line is expanding its TEGO® Rad range of tailored silicone acrylates with a new radically crosslinkable defoaming slip additive.

The new TEGO® Rad 2550 is a clear, low viscosity liquid that effectively reduces static and dynamic surface tension in both conventional UV- and LED-cured formulations. Key attributes include low coefficient of friction (COF), high scratch resistance, good defoaming, and the ability to create hydrophobic surfaces.

“Due to its unique property profile, TEGO® Rad 2550 is truly an excellent additive for the formulation of matte coatings, pigmented inks, and roller-applied wood top-coats,” says Courtney Thurau, Head of Evonik’s Global Market Segment for Printing Inks.

Evonik’s Coating Additives business line has a comprehensive portfolio for radiation-curing inks as well as a wide range of products to enhance high-performing formulations in the automotive, architectural, decorative, marine and other industries.

For more information please visit www.coating-additives.com.