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I need to reduce surface tension dramatically, but don't want to use a fluorochemical surfactant. What alternatives do I have?

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I need excellent aesthetic properties for a wood coating application. How can additives help me to achieve this?

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The current acrylic-based emulsion shortage has put me in a bind. Are there any proven acrylic-free technologies that I can use?

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I have been experiencing orange peel with my waterborne coating formulation. What is the cause of this surface defect and how can I overcome it?

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My company is concerned about the environment. What surfactants are available that offer biodegradability and performance?

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Is there a non-MDA-based epoxy curing agent available that provides high chemical resistance?

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I am formulating an industrial maintenance primer from a latex paint and have found that as I increase the anticorrosive pigment level, I get paint instability. Why does this occur and can Surfynol� additives help here?

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Is there a primer/sealer system now available that provides good adhesion to freshly poured concrete?

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What surfactant can provide excellent wetting in my high-speed, waterborne industrial maintenance coatings?

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My application requires a low-VOC surfactant that is a good wetting agent, defoamer, and is easy to incorporate. Is there anything new available?

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