The wetting agents also referred as surfactants are very vital to minimize the surface tension arising between two types of liquid. They also find their utility in the reduction of tension existing between a liquid and a solid material. The wetting agents also double up as emulsifiers and water infiltration agents depending upon the requirement.

MARK DC 1010

Wetting Agent For Solvent Based Paint & Wetting Cum Dispersing Agent For Water Based Paint.

Recommendation & Method of use:
1) In solvent based paint (Primer & Enamel): 0.2 to 0.3%
2) In water based paint: 0.2 to 0.3%
But the right quantity can be determined by experiments.


MARK DC 1020

Wetting Agent For Extenders Used In Water Based Paints

Recommendation & Method of use:
It is to be added in water based paints before addition of extenders. Approximately 200 gms, of it has to be used in 100kgs of final product.


MARK DC 1030

Non Ionic Wetting Agent, Emulsifier

Recommendation & Method of use:
For Universal Stainers 10 to 20% is recommended.
For other Applications the right quantity can be determined by experiments.


MARK DC 1040

Wetting Agent for Titanium Dioxide

Recommendation & Method of use:
0.5% wt./total TiO2 to be added at the time of grinding. Please note that no other wetting agents like soyalescithin, zinc octoate, etc. are to be used with it.


MARK IC 2050

Wetting Agent for Black Pigment

Recommendation & Method of use:
For Black Paint: 10 to 20% of pigment by weight is recommended.
For other Applications the right quantity can be determined by experiments.


MARK I 4060

Wetting Agent for Inorganic Pigment in solvent based paints

Recommendation & Method of use:
In solvent based Enamel: 2 to 3% of pigment by weight is recommended. For other Applications the right quantity can be determined by experiments.


MARK DC 1080

Wetting Agent for Lime compatibility in Universal Stainers

Recommendation & Method of use:
Universal Stainer 3 to 5%. We recommend to ascertain the right quantity of MARK DC 1080 addition by conducting necessary experiments at user's end.


MARK IC 2059

Non-Foaming Wetting and dispersing additive for aqueous-based coatings & pigment concentrates.

Recommendation & Method of use:
MARK IC 2059 should be added to the resin mixture prior to homogenization and the addition of the fillers/pigments.



The water addition is one of the essential processes in the manufacturing of solvent based paints. The prime role of additives in this section is not only to give stability after water addition but to preserve the properties and functions of paint. Our best in the league experts ensure the right proportion of water addition in enabling to derive the best outcomes. Our recommendation and methods of usage for specific type of paints augur well for improved results after applying it.

MARK DC 1110

For Water Addition In Alkyd Based Paints

Recommendation & Method of use:
Step 1) Take 100 Ltrs. of paint made as per your regular formulation
Step 2) Add 100 gms. of MARK DC1110 under high speed stirring
Step 3) Add 10 Ltrs. soft water for Enamel and 20 Ltrs. for primers at the rate of 2 Ltrs./min. under high speed stirring.


MARK DC 1120

For Water Addition In CNSL Based Paints

Recommendation & Method of use:
Step 1) Take 100 Ltrs. of paint made as per your regular formulation
Step 2) Add 100 gms. of MARK DC1120 under high speed stirring
Step 3) Add 10 Ltrs. soft water for Enamel and 20 Ltrs. for primers at the rate of 2 Ltrs./min. under high speed stirring.


MARK DC 1111

For Colloidification of Alkyd with water

Recommendation & Method of use:
Step 1) Take 100 Kgs. of Alkyd of 50% solids under high speed stirrer
Step 2) Add 200 Gms. of MARK DC 1111 under high speed stirring
Step 3) Add 100 Kgs. Water (equal to resin solids) under stirring (higher the speed, faster the water addition)


Defined as a class of additives which decisively calibrate the rheological attributes of liquid preparation, rheology modifiers are one of the most crucial aspects in the application of paints. Rheology modifiers predominantly find their utility to offer Thixotropic & newtonian viscosity properties.

MARK DC 1210

Rheology Modifier For Solvent Based Primers

Recommendation & Method of use:
0.5% MARK DC1210 is to be added in primers at grinding stage only for better results.


MARK DC 1220

Rheology Modifier For Solvent Based Enamels

Recommendation & Method of use:
1) Follow the regular formulation & pricedure of manufacture of paint.
2) Add 0.2 to 0.5% MARK DC1220 in 100 Ltrs. of paint batch at grinding stage only for better results.


MARK IC 2230

Anti-sag & anti-settling agent for high gloss enamels and clear topcoats

Recommendation & Method of use:
1) 0.5% MARK IC 2230 is to be added in formulation for anti-settling properties.
2) 2% MARK IC 2230 is to be added in formulation for anti-sagging properties


MARK IC 2240

Anti-sag & anti-settling agent for high gloss enamels and clear topcoats

Recommendation & Method of use:
1) 0.5% MARK IC 2240 is to be added in formulation for anti-settling properties.
2) 2% MARK IC 2240 is to be added in formulation for anti-sagging properties.


These agents are primarily used to offer stability in emulsions and offer their capability to produce dispersion solutions specifically for paint and in the distribution of pigment. Our guidelines for the agent provide the exact technology needed for stability and uniformity in the coatings.

MARK IC 2310

Antisettling Agent For Solvent Based Paints

Recommendation & Method of use:
DOSAGE FOR PRIMERS:- 0.2%
DOSAGE FOR ENAMELS CONTAINING HEAVY PIGMENTS (LEAD, CHROMES, ETC):- 0.1%.


Defoamer, also invariably referred as an anti-foaming agent is actually a chemical additive and is widely preferred for its inherent characteristic to drastically minimize and hamper foam formation in liquids produced out of complex industrial process. Our methodology of use for different types of systems needs to be adhered properly for effective results.

MARK DC 1410

Defoamer for Oil Solvent Systems

Recommendation & Method of use:
A very small quantities like 200 gms. to 500 gms. can effectively defoam 100 ltrs of paint. It is advisable to split its addition.


MARK DC 1420

Defoamer for Water Based Systems

Recommendation & Method of use:
A very small quantities like 200 gms. to 500 gms. can effectively defoam 100 ltrs of paint. It is advisable to split its addition.


MARK DC 1430

Defoamer for Water Based Systems

Recommendation & Method of use:
A very small quantities like 200 gms. to 500 gms. can effectively defoam 100 ltrs of paint. It is advisable to split its addition.


MARK I 4440

High performance Mineral oil based Defoamer for Water based Ink Systems

Recommendation & Method of use:
MARK I 4440 is recommended for Ink formulations where air-entrainment causes operational difficulties or impair the quality of Ink performance. 0.25 to 0.5% of defoamer on the weight of the inks is usually sufficient to suppress air-entrapment.


MARK I 4450

``Anti-Foam agent for Water Based Systems.

MARK I 4450 is recommended for formulations where air-entrainment cause operational difficulties or impairs the quality of the product. It has also very rapid foam knock-down properties.
From 0.25 to 0.5% of defoamer on the weight of the coating solids is usually sufficient to suppress air-entrainment. The optimum amount for individual formulations can readily be determined by trial.
For adhesives, 1 to 2% of MARK DC 1450 based on the weight of the latex solids is more than sufficient.
As the product is very effective antifoam agent, a very small quantity like 200 gms to 500 gms can effectively defoam 100 Ltrs of paint. It is advisable to split the addition of defoamer by adding half the normal quantity to the pigment mix prior to grinding to suppress the formation of foam & the balance to the let down portion of the paint.``


As specified by its terminology, multifunctional additives find their purpose in a range of requirements to reduce the problems associated with use of multiple chemicals and additives like errors by labour, wastage, ease in process & inventory maintenance headaches. Depending on the medium of application, the recommendations on the usage of these additives vary accordingly. The percentage of mixing has to be exactly complied with for various types of paints.

MARK DC 1510

Multipurpose Additive For Water Based Paints in dark shades and devoid of Titanium.

Recommendation & Method of use:
All we have to do is to prepare standard water based paint/plastic emulsion as under:
1) Take only soft water.
2) Add 2% MARK DC 1510
3) Take Pigments of your choice.
4) Add extenders.
5) Add thickener of your choice like HEC & Ammonium polyacrylate.
6) Add acrylic emulsion.
7) Add Biocide of your choice both in-can & film preservatives.
8) Add liquor ammonia or Mark DC 1820 to adjust pH(green option)
9) Optional - Add Coalescing agent, Gloss improver, water repellent, UV-absorber if desired.


MARK DC 1520

Multipurpose Additive For economic Water Based Paints

Recommendation & Method of use:
All we have to do is to prepare standard water based paint/plastic emulsion as under:
1) Take only soft water.
2) Add 2% MARK DC 1520
3) Take Titanium Dioxide Rutile.
4) Add extenders.
5) Add thickener of your choice like CMC & Ammonium polyacrylate.
6) Add acrylic emulsion.
7) Add Biocide of your choice both in-can & film preservatives.
8) Add liquor ammonia to adjust pH.


MARK DC 1530

Multipurpose Additive For premium Water Based Paints

Recommendation & Method of use:
All we have to do is to prepare standard water based paint/plastic emulsion as under:
1) Take only soft water.
2) Add 2% MARK DC 1530
3) Take Titanium Dioxide Rutile.
4) Add extenders.
5) Add thickener of your choice like HEC & Ammonium polyacrylate.
6) Add acrylic emulsion.
7) Add Biocide of your choice both in-can & film preservatives.
8) Add liquor ammonia to adjust pH.
9) Optional - Add Coalescing agent, Gloss improver, water repellent, UV-absorber if desired.


These agents are mainly used to modify the paint drying properties as required to slow or hasten.

MARK IC 2610

Anti skinning Agent

Recommendation & Method of use:
Step 1) Prepare a 10% solution of MARK DC 1610 in the media used in the paint. (Eg. MTO, Toluene etc.)
Step 2) Add 1ltr. of the above-prepared solution in 100 ltrs. of paint during the thinning down operation.


These additives are used to impart specific surface properties to coating systems as required. They can improve gloss or improve slip & mar resistance properties or enhance the flow & leveling properties, Water & dust repellency too.

MARK IC 2710

Gloss, Slip & Mar Resistance Improver

Recommendation & Method of use:
1) 0.1-0.2% Concentration on batch size.
2) Preferably at end stage.
3) Dosages need optimization (Caution: An overdose can lead to recoating problems)


MARK I 4720

Flow & Leveling Agent

Recommendation & Method of use:
1) 0.1-0.2% Concentration on batch size.
2) Preferably after pigment addition.
3) Dosages need optimization


MARK I 4750

HDPE Wax Emlsion For Hardness & Slip Mar resistance in Inks, performance coatings and also Water repellence in exterior Paints. Recommendation & Method of Use:
• 1-6% based upon total formulation for coatings.
• 2-10% based upon total formulation for printing inks.
The above recommended levels can be used for orientation. Optimal levels are determined through a series of laboratory tests. The wax additive is preferably added with stirring after blending the polymers with the plasticizers and water, although before the incorporation of surface-active substances.


The important features is to influence the pH of the system as desired. For better optimization the dosage needs to be measured with respect to the type of system. The concentration proportion also has to be duly followed based on the standard set of procedures.

MARK DC 2810

pH stabilizer for water and solvent systems

Recommendation & Method of use:
0.1-0.2% Concentration on batch size. Preferably in thinning down process in Alkyd/CNSL systems..
Dosage need optimization.


MARK DC 1820

Alkalizer for water systems

Recommendation & Method of use:
1) 0.2-0.3% Concentration on batch size.
2) Preferably at end stage.
dosages need optimization


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