PARAGUM 600

Paragum 600 is used extensively as an "in-situ" thickener by adding directly to the material to be thickened. Alkaline materials will rapidly thicken as the dispersion swells. Acidic materials will rapidly thicken when the pH is raised by alkali addition.

Paragum 600 performs effectively in a broad range of lattices: coatings, adhesives, dispersions, and solutions. Ease of handling and processing, safety, thickening efficiency, and consistency combine with its unique short ‘buttery’ flow characteristics to give the formulator great latitude and flexibility in product design. When used in combination with other Paragum thickeners, an even wider range of rheological properties can be obtained.

Paragum 600 solution preparation: Dilute with water, then neutralize to a pH of 8.0 – 9.0 with dilute alkali. Initial dilution avoids formation of gels which can be difficult to dissolve. Solutions up to about 5 % solids can be readily prepared. More concentrated solutions may require special mixing equipment or techniques. Paragum 600 “in-situ” use recommendations: Dilute dispersion with an equal amount of water prior to addition to the system to be thickened.

Paragum 600 is manufactured in our Dalton, GA plant using Tiarco-RST Quality Assurance process, with continual improvement as its goal. This assures batch-to-batch consistency with minimal deviation.

Paragum 600 is available in drum, tote, and tanker truck quantities.