Why add wax surface additives?

For better scratch/abrasion resistance, water repellency, a nicer feel, and more even gloss—so coatings last longer and rework costs drop.

Waterborne wax emulsion or micronized wax?

· Waterborne emulsions: best for waterborne systems, easy to disperse, eco-friendly. · Micronized wax: better for solventborne or when you need extra hardness/long wear · Pick based on your system, target hardness/feel, process, and performance goals.

Will wax kill the gloss or feel plasticky?

Not if you choose right. The “just-right” particle size and hardness can give slip without dulling gloss. Surfacetreated waxes can further boost abrasion resistance and gloss stability.

The irresistible coating and Ink surface properties

Rallychem is committed to improving the surface properties of coatings and inks, assisting our customers in enhancing their products' scratch resistance, wear resistance, and hydrophobicity.

We customize the type, particle size, and hardness of wax additives to offer a variety of options that cater to the diverse needs of our customers.

Dominance

Significantly improvement on surface performance

Enhanced scratch and wear resistance, with an excellent texture.

Excellent stability

A range of water-based wax emulsions and micro-powder waxes featuring high-performance wax additives from RLWAX, ensuring batch stability.

Customizable services

Customized solutions to unleash the full potential of your coatings, RLWAX helps you meet market demands precisely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why add wax surface additives?
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For better scratch/abrasion resistance, water repellency, a nicer feel, and more even gloss—so coatings last longer and rework costs drop.
Waterborne wax emulsion or micronized wax?
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· Waterborne emulsions: best for waterborne systems, easy to disperse, eco-friendly.
· Micronized wax: better for solventborne or when you need extra hardness/long wear
· Pick based on your system, target hardness/feel, process, and performance goals.
Will wax kill the gloss or feel plasticky?
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Not if you choose right. The “just-right” particle size and hardness can give slip without dulling gloss. Surfacetreated waxes can further boost abrasion resistance and gloss stability.

How Do Rallychem Wax Additives Enhance Coating and ink additives Performance?

Coating and ink additives optimization is achieved by matching the molecular weight distribution, acid value, and dropping point of specialty wax additives to polymer and coating rheology (Rallychem 2026). First, data shows our research at the USD 20 million Rallychem Application Lab measured 25% lower melt viscosity and 3 times longer equipment run times across 10,000 customers worldwide. Second, recommended grades include: 1. Targeted polyester waxes RL-916A and RS-500 for internal and external lubrication balance with zero die plate-out; 2. Oxidized polyethylene waxes RL-53 and RL-06A for polar filler wetting and metal release; 3. Polyolefin wax RL-110 and PTFE-free micronized wax SAMWAX PE-04 for pigment dispersion and surface rub resistance. Additionally, thixotropic wax paste RL-691A prevents hard pigment settling. For example, in practice using Rallychem additives at 0.5% to 2.0% reduces overall formulation cost by 15%.

Flagship Grade Selection & Technical Parameter Matrix

Recommended Grade	Additive Category	Dropping Point / Particle Size	Key Functional Role in Coating and ink additives
RL-916A / RS-500	Targeted Polyester Wax	98–110 °C (Acid Value ≤ 15)	Internal/external lubrication balance & zero die precipitation
RL-53 / RL-06A	Oxidized PE Wax (OPE)	102–142 °C (Acid Value 14–20)	Melt fusion promotion, polar filler wetting & metal release
RL-110 / SAMWAX PE-04	Polyolefin / Micronized Wax	110–118 °C (D50 4.0–5.0 μm)	High-shear pigment dispersion, surface slip & rub resistance
RL-0143 / RL-691A	Wax Emulsion / Wax Paste	20–40% Solids (D50 ~80 nm)	Anti-blocking, anti-settling thixotropy & scratch protection

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