VISIOMER® Terra CARMA (Cardanol methacrylate) is an unsaturated, soft, hydrophobic mono methacrylate that facilitates oxidative, alkyd-like post-crosslinking in acrylic emulsion polymers at room temperature. This process enhances both the mechanical properties and chemical resistance of the coating formulation. Additionally, VISIOMER® Terra CARMA is partly bio-based with 84% bio-carbon content (ASTM D 6866).
Typical Applications
- Enables alkyd-type crosslinking in hybrid acrylic coatings
- Increased mechancial properties of emulsion based binders
- Enhanced hydrophobicity and chemical resistance in coating formulations
Benefits at a glance
- Oxidative crosslinking
- Improved mechanical properties
- Enhanced chemical resistance
- Bio-Carbon content of 84%