Qemetica LO-VEL® Silica Flatting Agents
Qemetica LO-VEL® flatting agents comprise a comprehensive line of synthetic amorphous precipitated silica products that reduce the gloss of (or flatten) coatings, paints, varnishes, lacquers, inks and other finishes.
Since debuting in the 1960s, the Qemetica Lo-Vel silica product portfolio has continually expanded to meet evolving formulator demands and now covers a wide range of porosities, particle sizes and other physical properties.
Available as wax-treated and non-treated products, Qemetica Lo-Vel flatting agents offer maximum formulation flexibility for manufacturers of solvent-based, waterborne, clear and pigmented coatings seeking to balance desired characteristics and performance such as:
- Flatting efficiency
- Ease of dispersion
- Heat-age stability
- Leveling and smoothness
- Color stability and matching
- Resistance to settling
Typical applications for Qemetica Lo-Vel flatting agents include:
- Coil coatings
- General industrial finishes
- Decorative paints
- Aircraft coatings
- Wood coatings
- Leather and fabric coatings
- Overprint varnishes
- Printing inks
For more information about Qemetica Lo-Vel flatting agents, or to find the right product for a specific application, please review the following charts.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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What is amorphous precipitated silica?
Precipitated silica is a form of synthetic amorphous silicon dioxide. It is derived from quartz sand, a crystalline form of silicon dioxide. The physical properties of precipitated silica can be manipulated during the manufacturing process to create products that enhance the performance of finished goods in many different industries.
Qemetica's precipitated silica is a form of synthetic amorphous silica covered by CAS REGISTRY NUMBER: 112926-00-8, (CAS# 7631-86-9 for the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory purposes).
How is amorphous precipitated silica used?
Typical applications for amorphous precipitated silica include: free-flow and carrier agents for food, animal feed, and agricultural and industrial chemicals; flatting, thickening and anti-corrosion additives for paints and coatings; microporous fillers for battery separators; performance-enhancing fillers for tire, industrial and silicone rubber applications; and non-black reinforcing agents for rubber shoe soles and footwear.
To learn about the broad range of industries and applications for which precipitated silica is suited, click here
Where are Qemetica silica products made?
Qemetica makes precipitated silica products at three facilities:
- Lake Charles, Louisiana – FLO-GARD™, HI-SIL®, and SILENE™ precipitated silica products
- Barberton, Ohio – Hi-Sil, LO-VEL™ and INHIBISIL™ precipitated silica products
- Delfzijl, The Netherlands – AGILON® performance silica and Flo-Gard and Hi-Sil precipitated silica products
From where can I download a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for Qemetica's precipitated silica products can be downloaded here.
From where can I download a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
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Documents in national languages are available on request - please contact sds@qemetica.com.
In what packaging is Qemetica precipitated silica available?
Qemetica precipitated silica products can be packaged for shipment in small bags and flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs). Bags are unitized for shipping on pallets that are stretch-wrapped with clear plastic film. FIBCs are single- or double-stacked on wood pallets and stretch-wrapped. Please contact Qemetica silica products group Customer Service for information about specific standard packaging sizes, materials of construction and pallet configurations, as well as the availability of additional packaging options, including custom package sizes and bulk shipments.
Does Qemetica have 3rd party certifications for its products and/or manufacturing facilities?
Qemetica’s precipitated silica production facilities are quality-certified under ISO 9001:2008 (Registrar: Det Norske Veritas). Qemetica’s products are certified Kosher for Passover and year-round use by the Orthodox Union.