Water-Based Bentonite for Container Paint
Water-Based Bentonite for Container Paint | Anti-Sag & Rheology Control for Waterborne Systems
Water-based bentonite designed for container paint formulations, delivering strong anti-sag performance, suspension stability, and reliable rheology control in waterborne coatings.
Water-based container paints are typically applied at high film thickness on vertical steel surfaces, where sagging, settling, and viscosity instability can quickly compromise coating quality. In these systems, rheology control must be robust, predictable, and tolerant of formulation variation.
Water-based bentonite, derived from modified inorganic montmorillonite clay, provides a mineral-based solution for rheology control in container paint formulations. When properly dispersed in water, it forms a transparent, three-dimensional gel structure that delivers high thixotropy and strong yield stress. This structure allows the paint to flow smoothly during spraying while resisting gravity immediately after application.
Unlike polymer thickeners that depend on associative chemistry, water-based bentonite builds physical structure. This makes it especially suitable for container paints exposed to demanding production conditions, long storage periods, and variable application environments.
For container paint manufacturers, water-based bentonite helps improve application stability, reduce defects, and support consistent production at industrial scale.
UPS – Water-Based Bentonite for Container Paint
Mineral-based rheology control for waterborne container paints
Strong anti-sag performance on vertical steel surfaces
Prevents pigment and filler settling during storage
Transparent gel suitable for light and dark colors
Less sensitive to pH, surfactants, and formulation changes
Proven suitability for industrial container coating production
Typical Application Areas
Waterborne container primers
Waterborne container topcoats
Anti-corrosion container coatings
High-build protective coatings for shipping containers
Processing Guidance
Added directly into the water phase as powder
Activated through high-shear dispersion
Typical dosage range: 0.2–3.0% (depending on film build and formulation)
FAQ – Water-Based Bentonite for Container Paint
Why is water-based bentonite suitable for container paint?
Because it provides strong physical structure needed for thick, vertical coatings.
How does water-based bentonite improve sag resistance?
It increases yield stress and thixotropy, limiting flow after application.
Is it compatible with waterborne anti-corrosion systems?
Yes, it is widely used in protective container coatings.
Does it affect spray application?
No, it allows smooth flow under spray shear while recovering structure afterward.
Can it prevent pigment settling during storage?
Yes, its gel network keeps solids suspended over time.
Is it suitable for large-scale container paint production?
Yes, it is designed for industrial manufacturing and bulk use.
Does it impact coating appearance?
It forms a light, transparent gel that supports uniform film appearance.
Is safety documentation available?
Yes, standard technical data sheets and MSDS are provided.