POLYOX™ WSR N-60K is a water-soluble poly(ethylene oxide) polymer commonly used as a thickener, binder, and film-forming resin in paint, coating, adhesive, and personal care applications.
POLYOX™ WSR N-60K is a nonionic, water-soluble polymer composed of poly(ethylene oxide). This polymer has a molecular weight of 2,000,000 g/mol and forms a solution with 2,000–4,000 cPs viscosity when added to water at 2%. Like many other POLYOX™ water-soluble resins, the WSR N-60K resin exhibits useful properties as a thickener, binder, and film-forming resin in a variety of applications.
In water-based adhesive formulations, POLYOX™ WSR N-60K provides exceptional wet tack while improving vertical cling. Since this resin remains soluble in water, it is ideal for adhesives designed for recyclable or repulpable processes. POLYOX™ WSR N-60K is also viscoelastic and will reduce the splattering and misting of coatings it is added to. Additionally, POLYOX™ WSR N-60K is used in shampoos, hand soaps, lotions, and creams as a thickening polymer that also provides a soft feel and smoother application.
Viscosity (cPs): 2,000–4,000
Silicon dioxide (wt%): 0.8–3.0
Molecular weight (g/mol): 2,000,000
Primary Chemistry:
Poly(ethylene oxide)
Splattering and misting of coatings, inks, and adhesives
Poor skin feel after using hand soap
Sag and creep in adhesives, paints, and coatings used in vertical and overhead applications
Insufficient wet tack of adhesives used in paper manufacturing
Low viscosity in water-based solutions
Water-based adhesives
Water-based coatings
Shampoo
Lotions
Hand soaps
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