Adhesion promoter

Additives which improve the adherence of a formulation (adhesives, paints, etc.) on a substrate

Anti-scaling

An additive which helps prevent inorganic deposits in paper factory pipes

Defoamers and air release

Additives to prevent or destroy foaming which can occur during the manufacture or application of a product.

Dispersing

Additives to help disperse and stabilise pigments or solid particles in a liquid formulation during the manufacturing process. They can also be used to disperse fertlizers in watr-based formulations.

Fire retardant

Additives which enhance fire resistance

Fixing

Additives which help fix a dye to the surface of a textile

Odour masking agent

An additive which helps mask or eliminate bad smells

Pitch and stickies control

An additive which allows you to fix or control contaminants in paper pulp or on rollers 

Resin

A polymer which provides the desired mechanical properties to a formulation.

Rheology

Additives which help control the rheology of a formulation.

Sequestrant

Additives which react with free Ca/Mg ions and metallic ions and prevent them from negatively impacting product performance, appearance or stability.

Sliding

An additive which gives textile fibres a slippery surface

Softener

Additives which provide a softer touch to a textile fabric or to a paper.

VOC scavenger

Additives which absorb or prevent the release of VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) such as formaldehydes and acetaldehydes.

Water-repellent

Additives which help make a substance water-repellent, creating a protective film.

Wetting

Additives which improve the wetting of substrates by modifying the surface tension of a formulation.