Support Products: X-21 Anti-Foam and Flow Agent

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Anti-Foam Agent

Product Code:	X-21	System: Solvent
Product Name:	Anti-Foam and Flow Agent
Color:	Clear to semi-cloudy

Description
X-21 is a clear to semi-cloudy Anti-Foaming and Flow Agent, intended for use in re-circulating paint systems. X-21 greatly reduces bubble formation caused by agitation and aids in over all flow. X-21 is suggested for use in paint systems that accept aliphatic hydrocarbons such as VMP Naptha, as reducing agents. X-21 is commonly used in Base Coats and Topcoats in 1 to as much as 3 ounce increments, per gallon of pre-reduced Coating. Please contact Pearl Paints for additional information regarding this product.

Properties	Values	Notations
Specific Gravity:	.87 - .94	at 77 °F.
Pound/Gallon:	7.33 - 7.91	at 77 °F.
Solids content:	< 10 %	Range by weight
Color:	Clear to semi-clear
Spread:	N/A	at .5 mills (approximate)
Flash Point:	53	°F (TCC)
V.O.C. Content:	< 6.00	lb/gl

Other Information
DOT Classification:	Flammable Liquid (FL)
HMIS Rating:	1-3-0	H-F-R

Reduction
X-21 should not be reduced. Use as is.

Application
Mix:	Pre-mix thoroughly before use.
Application:	Add at the rate of 1 ounce to as much as 3 ounces per gallon of un-reduced Coating.

Cure and Gloss
X-21 does not affect cure cycle or Gloss levels.

Cautions
Over use of this product can greatly affect adhesion of the Coating System.

Storage
Store in tightly sealed containers, at ambient temperatures. Protect from moisture, evaporation and foreign materials. Process ability of this product can be adversely affected by evaporation and contamination.

Shelf Life
12 months, provided materials are kept in sealed original containers under specified conditions. Storage beyond this period may produce higher viscosities.

Availability
X-21 is available in 1 and 5 gallon epoxy phenolic lined steel containers. Please contact Pearl Paints for ordering information.

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