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Multi-functional phosphate ester additive with a broad application spectrum

Hordaphos® MDB

Hordaphos MDB is a multi-functional additive which can be used in various applications, especially in printing inks, paints and coatings. It is a clear, colourless to yellowish liquid with an ester-like odour. 

For more details see our Video about Hordaphos.

Benefits
  • Multi-functional additive
  • Excellent softening ability
  • Anti-static effect
  • Adhesion promotor
Safety
For regulatory details such as the classification and labelling as dangerous substances or goods please refer to our corresponding Material Safety Data Sheet.
Hazard class Hazard category H-phrases
Skin corrosion Category 1B Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Category of danger/Category Hazard symbol R-phrases
Corrosive Causes burns
Specifications
Characteristics   Unit   Target value   DS¹)   TD²)  Test Method 
Phosphorus %(w/w)   16.7 - 17.7  

Photometry after oxidizing dissolution; (11/17) or wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometry; (11/23)  
Density g/cm³   1.12 - 1.16  

at 20 °C, flexural resonator; (11/65)  
Dynamic Viscosity mPa*s   approx. 180  

 
pH Value   approx. 2  

at 20 °C (10 g/l in H2O/isopropanol mixture 1:3)  
Acid Number mgKOH/g   450 - 490  

Titration using alkali, 2nd end point at pH 9-10; (11/11)  
¹) The product is constantly monitored to ensure that it adheres to the specified values. Test methods: Clariant method numbers 11/xx in brackets.
²) The technical data are used solely to describe the product and are not subject to constant monitoring  
Applications
Hordaphos MDB is used as a pickling and anchoring agent for the application of paints and as a hardener for acid-curing paint systems. In printing inks Hordaphos MDB acts as flexibilizer. Furthermore, it is used as antistaticum and dispersing agent. 
Packaging and Handling
Delivery form
Liquid

Packaging
Hordaphos MDB is supplied in 60 kg net tight head drums (480 kg pallets), 200 kg net tight head drums (800 kg net pallets), also in 1,000 kg net semi-bulk containers or road tankers. 

Storage
Hordaphos MDB must be stored in its tightly closed original container in a cool frost-free place away from direct sunlight. 

Minimum shelf life is 12 months from the date of shipping when stored according to the said conditions. 

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