US Patent:
20060160921, Jul 20, 2006
Inventors:
Pietro Ragone - Seven Hills OH, US
Robert Martuch - Parma OH, US
Gerald Sweitzer - North Ridgeville OH, US
Joseph Walker - Mentor OH, US
International Classification:
C09D 5/16
C09D 101/26
Abstract:
A low VOC, HAPs free, substantially non-aqueous slurry for use as a rheology modifier in aqueous systems including but not limited to latex paints. The slurry comprises a particulate water-swelling polymer such as hydroxyethyl cellulose, mineral oil carrier liquid, a non-ionic surfactant, a particulate thickening agent, a defoamer, and optionally an amine component.