Ceramics & glass

AP-Silane 30

Advanced Polymer

AP-Silane 30 is a high-purity N-propyltrimethoxysilane designed as a silane coupling agent for treating inorganic substrates and fillers. When diluted and applied, it forms a clear film that enhances surface hydrophobicity, moisture resistance, and compatibility with organic matrices. Suitable for polymer coatings, paints, and additives, AP-Silane 30 provides improved durability, protection, and performance across a wide range of industrial applications.

AP-Silane 90

Advanced Polymer

AP-Silane 90 is a high-purity methyltrimethoxysilane coupling agent designed to impart durable hydrophobicity to inorganic materials. Upon exposure to atmospheric moisture, it reacts to form a long-lasting sealant layer that preserves the natural appearance of the treated substrate. Widely used in water-repellent and protective surface treatments, AP-Silane 90 improves durability and moisture resistance across a variety of industrial and architectural applications.

AP-Silane 98

Advanced Polymer

AP-Silane 98 is a high-purity n-octyltriethoxysilane developed for hydrophobizing inorganic surfaces such as concrete, stone, glass, and metals. It penetrates porous substrates and chemically reacts to deliver long-lasting water repellency without altering the surface’s natural appearance. Typically diluted in alcohols, mineral spirits, or PDMS, AP-Silane 98 can be applied by brush, roller, or spray, providing versatile and durable protection across architectural and industrial applications.

Flexisil™ 14-30

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ 14-30 is an alkaline, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica, stabilized with sodium and featuring negatively charged, slightly rough, spherical silica particles. It is used in a variety of industrial applications, including inorganic binding, beverage clarification, catalysis, coatings, concrete treatment, precision investment casting, oilfield services, refractory materials, and vacuum-formed refractory shapes.

Flexisil™ 14-30AG

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ 14-30AG is an alkaline, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica, modified with aluminum to broaden pH stability. It also contains ethylene glycol to improve stability at cold temperatures, making it suitable for refractory applications.

Flexisil™ 14-40

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ 14-40 is an alkaline, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica. The silica particles are sodium-stabilized, negatively charged, and have a slightly rough, spherical shape. This product is used in applications such as inorganic binding, refractory, catalysis, coatings, concrete treatment, precision investment casting, oilfield services, and vacuum-formed refractory shapes.

Flexisil™ 14-40 NH4

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ 14-40 NH4 is an ammonia-stabilized, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica. The silica particles are discrete, slightly rough, and spherical in shape. This sol is processed to be a very low sodium product, making it suitable for applications such as inorganic binders, catalysts, coatings, and vacuum-formed refractory shapes.

Flexisil™ 20-30

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ 20-30 is an alkaline, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica. The silica particles are sodium-stabilized with a negative surface charge and slightly rough, spherical shape. It is used in applications such as inorganic binders, refractories, and precision investment casting (PIC).

Flexisil™ 20-40

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ 20-40 is an alkaline, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica. The silica particles are sodium-stabilized, with a negative surface charge and a slightly rough, spherical shape. It is used in applications such as inorganic binders, anti-slip coatings, concrete, and vacuum-formed refractory shapes.

Flexisil™ 20-50

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ 20-50 is an alkaline, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica, stabilized with sodium. The silica particles are negatively charged, slightly rough, and spherical in shape. This product is used in applications such as inorganic binding, anti-skid surfaces, coatings, concrete treatments, oilfield services, refractory materials, and vacuum-formed refractory shapes.

Flexisil™ 30-40

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ 30-40 is an alkaline, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica. The silica particles are sodium-stabilized, with a negative surface charge and slightly rough, spherical shape. It is used in applications such as anti-skid coatings, frictionizing, inorganic binders, refractory, and precision polishing.

Flexisil™ 8-30

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ 8-30 is an alkaline, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica. The sodium-stabilized silica particles have a slightly rough, spherical shape with a negative surface charge. It is used in various industrial applications including precision investment casting, refractory, concrete, and beverage clarification.

Flexisil™ C30

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ C30 is an aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica with approximately 30% solids by weight. This low-sodium product is used in various industrial applications such as catalysts and refractory materials.

Flexisil™ R40

Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.

Flexisil™ R40 is an alkaline, aqueous nanoparticle dispersion of amorphous colloidal silica. The product is sodium-stabilized, with negatively charged, slightly rough, spherical silica particles. It is used in a variety of industrial applications, including inorganic binding, refractory materials, vacuum-formed refractory shapes, anti-skid surfaces, concrete treatments, and precision investment casting (PIC).

KBE-1003

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBE-1003 is a vinyl-functional silane coupling agent, specifically Vinyltriethoxysilane. It enhances moisture-curable systems and is widely used in resin modification to improve physical and thermal properties. It is effective for applications involving structural reinforcement of glass fibers or minerals and provides good interfacial adhesion to substrates like glass, metals, and ceramics. Furthermore, since the methoxy groups of KBE-1003 are more hydrolytically sensitive than most silane coupling agents, it is also employed as a moisture scavenger and crosslinking additive in moisture-cured systems such as silylated polyethers, silylated polyurethanes, and silicone RTVs.

KBE-13

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBE-13 is an alkoxy silane, specifically Methyltriethoxysilane, used to improve surface characteristics, including adhesion and water repellency, in inorganic materials. It enhances compatibility and bonding, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications such as coatings, adhesives, and sealants. Its hydrophobic properties make it ideal for treating surfaces that require water resistance.

KBE-402

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBE-402 is an epoxy-functional silane coupling agent, specifically 3-Glycidoxypropyl Methyldiethoxysilane. It is designed to improve adhesion, durability, and mechanical strength in composite materials, particularly useful in epoxy and thermoset resin systems. This silane reacts more slowly than methoxy silanes, providing enhanced compatibility with various organic and inorganic substrates.

KBE-403

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBE-403 is an epoxy-functional silane coupling agent, specifically 3-glycidoxypropyl Triethoxysilane. It is used to enhance adhesion, durability, and mechanical properties in composites and is compatible with a range of thermoset and thermoplastic resins, particularly for inorganic/organic interface applications in coatings, adhesives, and sealants. KBE-403 is typically used in the form of a dilute aqueous solution. It is effective with polyethylene, polyethylene, diallyl phthalate, polystyrene, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polycarbonate, melamine, polyimide, polybutyl terephthalate (PBT), polyethyl terephthalate (PET) and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS).

KBE-585

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBE-585 is a silane coupling agent, specifically 50% methanol solution of a hydrolysable silane, 3-Ureidopropyltriethoxysilane, used to enhance processing and performance in composites. It reduces viscosity and improves filler dispersion in thermoplastics and thermosets, especially with high filler content. It is compatible with materials like nylon, urethane, and phenolic resins, forming strong bonds between organic and inorganic materials and improving weatherability.

KBE-9007

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBE-9007 is a di-functional silane coupling agent, specifically 3-Isocyanatopropyltriethoxysilane. It is highly reactive with organic functional groups like hydroxyl, carboxyl, and amino, making it ideal for primers, coatings, sealants, and composites. It imparts improved adhesion and crosslinking capabilities between organic polymers and inorganic substrates like metals, glass, and ceramics.

KBE-903

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBE-903 is a versatile aminosilane coupling agent, specifically 3-Aminopropyltriethoxysilane. It is widely used in composites, coatings, adhesives, sealants, thermosets, thermoplastics, glass fibers, and elastomers such as acrylics, epoxies, phenolics, melamines, urethanes, polycarbonates, polyesters, nylons, polystyrenes, PET, PBT, ABS, polysulfides, and silicones. KBE-903 improves adhesion between organic and inorganic materials, enhancing mechanical properties like tensile and compressive strength, as well as wetting and dispersion of pigments and fillers.

KBM-1003

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-1003 is a vinyl-functional silane coupling agent, specifically Vinyltrimethoxysilane. It is widely used in moisture-cured systems to improve the physical and thermal properties of organic polymers and provide excellent adhesion to inorganic substrates such as glass, metals, and ceramics. It is suitable for modifying resins and for applications requiring hydrophobic modification of inorganic surfaces. KBM-1003 is also employed as a moisture scavenger and crosslinking additive in moisture-cured systems such as silylated polyethers, silylated polyurethanes, and silicone RTVs.

KBM-13

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-13 is a versatile methyltrimethoxysilane alkoxy silane, specifically Methyltrimethoxysilane, used for surface modification of inorganic materials. It provides effective water repellency, improved flowability, and enhances filler dispersion, making it suitable for applications in coatings, adhesives, and sealants. KBM-13 is commonly used to strengthen adhesion between organic resins and inorganic substrates, including glass and metal surfaces.

KBM-3033

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-3033 is a versatile silane coupling agent known for its hydrophobic properties, low surface energy, and excellent adhesion. It is widely used in coatings to enhance water and oil repellency, weather and chemical resistance, and adhesion to substrates like glass, ceramics, concrete, and metals. Its reactive methoxy groups form durable bonds, making it suitable for a variety of industrial applications such as coatings and surface treatments.

KBM-503

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-503 is a di-functional silane coupling agent with a reactive methacrylic group and three hydrolyzable methoxy groups. It is used to improve adhesion and physical properties in composites and polymers. KBM-503 can cross-link organic polymers with inorganic fillers and metallic substrates, providing enhanced mechanical strength. It is commonly used in optical fibers, acrylics, epoxies, and sol-gel systems.

KBM-5103

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-5103 is a silane coupling agent known for its highly reactive acrylic group, making it ideal for enhancing the performance of fiber-reinforced thermosetting resins, composites, and optical fibers. It significantly improves mechanical and electrical properties in treated materials compared to similar silane agents. KBM-5103 is particularly effective in UV-cured systems, ensuring stronger adhesion and durability in a variety of industrial applications. It is widely used in reinforced plastics, coatings, and advanced material manufacturing.

KBM-573

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-573 is a silane coupling agent, specifically N-Phenyl-3-aminopropyltrimethoxysilane. It is used to enhance performance in composite materials, thermoplastics, and thermosets. It improves filler dispersion, reduces viscosity, and increases the strength and adhesion of composites to various substrates. It is particularly effective in high-temperature and high-moisture environments, offering improved thermal stability and compatibility with organic components.

KBM-575

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-575 is a vinylbenzyl-aminoethyl-functional silane coupling agent, specifically N-(vinylbenzyl)-2-aminoethyl-3-aminopropyltrimethoxysilane hydrochloride. It promotes adhesion and compatibility in various polymers, including polystyrene, PVC, nylon, and epoxy resins, enhancing durability and weather resistance.

KBM-585

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-585 is a ureido-functional silane coupling agent, specifically 100%-active (solvent-free) hydrolysable silane, Ureidopropyltrimethoxysilane. It enhances filler dispersion, lowers viscosity during processing, and improves the performance of thermoplastics and thermosets, particularly in systems with high filler content like polyamide and epoxy composites. Its ureido group offers reduced reactivity and improved shelf life compared to traditional aminosilanes.

KBM-602

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-602 is a diamino-functional silane, specifically N-(2-Aminoethyl)-3-aminopropylmethyldimethoxysilane, used in a wide range of applications including coatings, adhesives, sealants, and composites. It enhances adhesion, flexibility, and hydrolytic stability, particularly in waterborne systems. It is commonly used in thermoplastics, thermosets, and elastomers to improve bonding and mechanical properties.

KBM-603

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-603 is a diamino-functional silane, specifically N-(2-Aminoethyl)-3-aminopropyltrimethoxysilane. It is widely used in composites, coatings, adhesives, and sealants to improve adhesion, strength, and flexibility. It enhances interaction between organic and inorganic materials, promoting better filler dispersion to materials such as glass, ceramics, and metals and improves chemical and moisture resistance in reinforced systems.

KBM-802

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-802 is a mercapto-functional silane coupling agent, specifically 3-Mercaptopropylmethyldimethoxysilane. It very effective with sulfur cross-linked EPM, urethane and polysulfide. Also effective with polyvinyl chloride (PVC), phenolic, epoxy, polyethylene, polypropylene, peroxide crosslinked EPDM, polystyrene, nitrile rubber, neoprene rubber, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), epichlorohydrin rubber and styrene butadiene rubber (SBR). It is also used to improve adhesion and compatibility between organic and inorganic materials in applications involving rubbers, adhesives, and coatings. KBM-802 enhances crosslinking and mechanical properties and is effective in weather-resistant coatings and hard-coat materials.

KBM-803

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-803 is a mercapto-functional silane coupling agent, specifically 3-Mercaptopropyltrimethoxysilane. It is used to improve adhesion between organic and inorganic materials in a variety of applications, including rubbers, adhesives, and coatings. It enhances crosslinking, mechanical properties, and resistance to weathering, making it suitable for use in EPDM, urethane, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), phenolic, epoxy, polyethylene, polypropylene applications.

KBM-903

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBM-903 is a versatile aminosilane coupling agent, specifically 3-Aminopropyltrimethoxysilane, used in composites, coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers. It enhances the interaction between organic and inorganic materials, improving adhesion, mechanical strength, and hydrolytic stability. KBM-903 can improve many properties such as adhesion to a wide variety of substrates such as glass, ceramics, and metals and is widely applicable across a variety of thermosets, thermoplastics, and elastomers.

KBP-90-40

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

KBP-90-40 is an aqueous solution of an aminoalkyl silane oligomer designed for use as an additive in adhesives, sealants, coatings, fiberglass, and filler treatments. It offers high solids content and performance similar to Shin-Etsu's KBE-903. It depolymerizes to mostly monomer upon dilution in water and has non-flammable properties.

Omnirad 819

IGM Resins USA Inc.

Omnirad 819 is a versatile photoinitiator used for the radical polymerization of unsaturated resins upon UV light exposure. It is especially suitable for white pigmented formulations, the curing of glass-fiber-reinforced polyester/styrene systems, and clear coats for outdoor use in combination with light stabilizers. This photoinitiator is effective in thick-section curing and provides excellent curing performance with minimal yellowing.

Omnirad ITX

IGM Resins USA Inc.

Omnirad ITX is a highly effective type II photoinitiator used in combination with tertiary amine synergists to initiate radical polymerization of unsaturated oligomers such as acrylates upon exposure to UV light. It is typically used in UV curable coatings, adhesives, inks, and photoresist formulations for substrates like paper, wood, metal, plastics, and glass.

Omnirad TPO

IGM Resins USA Inc.

Omnirad TPO is a highly efficient, low-yellowing, type I photoinitiator used to initiate radical polymerization of unsaturated oligomers such as acrylates after exposure to UV light.It can be used in combination with mono or multi-functional monomers as reactive diluents. Omnirad TPO is commonly applied in UV curable coating and ink formulations for various substrates like paper, wood, metal, plastics, and glass.

Omnirad TPO-L

IGM Resins USA Inc.

Omnirad TPO-L is a highly efficient liquid type I photoinitiator used to initiate radical polymerization of unsaturated oligomers such as acrylates and unsaturated polyesters containing styrene, after exposure to UV light. It is especially suitable for use in pigmented systems, including those containing TiO2, and thick film layers due to its absorption in the long wave region of the UV spectrum.

Photomer 4017

IGM Resins USA Inc.

Photomer 4017 is a low viscosity diluent used for UV and EB radiation curable lacquers and pigmented coatings. It is suitable for a variety of substrates including paper, wood, metal, plastics, and glass. This monomer provides moderate shrinkage, good flexibility, adhesion, leveling, and weatherability, along with excellent chemical, water, and abrasion resistance.