Elementis BENTONE SD‑2 Easy‑disperse Organoclay, Anti‑settling Rheology Additive for Medium‑High Polar Epoxy, PU Stoving & Automotive Coatings

Full name & product positioning Full product name: BENTONE SD‑2 Easy‑disperse Organo‑modified Clay. Pre‑activated no‑pre‑gel rheology additive for medium‑to‑high‑polar solvents such as esters, ketones and alcohol ethers. Suitable for epoxy, two‑component PU and acid‑cured stoving coatings, balancing anti‑settling / anti‑sagging and film gloss. Key technical parameters Chemical composition Organo‑modified hectorite Appearance Off‑white super‑fine soft powder Density 1.62 g/cm³ Moisture content ≤2.5 % Loss on ignition 36‑40 % 325‑mesh residue ＜ 100 ppm Physical form Super‑fine powder Standard package 25 kg / bag   CAS No. 1302‑78‑9   Key benefits 1.  No pre‑gel or activator required; activation achieved under low shear to simplify production. 2.  Tolerant to ethyl acetate, cyclohexanone, alcohol‑ethers and other high‑polar solvents; good compatibility with two‑component epoxy & PU systems. 3.  Fine particle size minimizes speckles and has limited negative impact on film gloss. 4.  Reliable pigment suspension to avoid storage sedimentation; balances anti‑sagging and levelling during application. 5.  Can be incorporated in grinding phase or added post‑grind for rheology correction. Main application fields Core applications: Two‑component epoxy & polyurethane coatings, automotive refinish paints, acid‑cured stoving coatings, gravure inks Suitable for: High‑build vinyl coatings, anti‑corrosive topcoats, industrial two‑component floor primers Not suitable for: 100 % water‑based systems, food‑contact articles