UNIPLEX™ 280CG

Uniplex™ 280 CG is a stable, clear, odorless, and non-crystalline brittle solid with a sharp softening range starting at around 93°C. It has excellent ultraviolet light stability. Uniplex™ 280 CG is compatible with a broad range of resins, plasticizers and solvents.

General Properties and Applications

The Uniplex™ 280 CG is specifically designed for the coating and ink industry. However, this product may also be used in numerous applications areas as indicated by the listing of compatibilities.

Uniplex™ 280 CG is an outstanding modifier for clear lacquers. It provides exceptional clarity with high gloss, excellent resistance to ultraviolet light, high film hardness combined with good flexibility, and excellent resistance to water and alcohol.

In addition to usage in the formulation of clear coatings for wood, paper and metal, and in formulation of ink systems, the properties of Sucrose Benzoate indicate that it should be of interest in metallic and pigmented coatings, and heat seal coatings. Uniplex™ 280 CG may be used to particular advantage in UV coating and inks. Uniplex™ 280 CG improves the UV systems stability and allows easier processing. In addition, it imparts good film hardness, excellent gloss, and depth of gloss.