How to Choose Leveling Agents for Styrene-Acrylic Emulsion: Chemi Tech’s Professional Solutions

In styrene-acrylic emulsion coatings, poor leveling is a common issue leading to defects such as orange peel, craters, and brush marks, which compromise appearance and performance. To address this, Chemi Tech has developed a range of high-efficiency leveling agents that improve flow and surface tension compatibility through optimized molecular design.  

Market Pain Points  

Users often report compatibility issues with conventional leveling agents in styrene-aclyic systems, resulting in cratering or migration, along with insufficient stability under high-temperature conditions.  

Chemi Tech’s Solutions  

1. Product Selection Support: Tailored recommendations including KMP-301 (for mid-low polarity systems) and KMP-305 (high compatibility grade).  

2. Dosage Optimization: Recommended dosage is 0.1%-0.5%, adjustable based on emulsion solid content and application methods.  

3. Process Adaptation: Direct addition during emulsion formulation without extra emulsification steps.  

Case Example  

A coating manufacturer encountered persistent orange peel in water-based wood paint. Using Chemi Tech’s KMP-301 leveling agent at 0.3% dosage significantly improved surface smoothness without affecting drying time or hardness.  

Application Steps  

1. Add leveling agent slowly during emulsion mixing;  

2. Continue stirring for 15 minutes for uniform dispersion;  

3. Conduct small-scale tests before full production.  

Chemi Tech’s leveling agents have helped numerous enterprises enhance product quality. Contact our engineering team for technical samples or support.