Technical Bulletin
ASP® G90
High Gloss Kaolin
Product Description
BASF ASP® G90 high gloss kaolin is a micro fine particle-size grade aluminum silicate TiO2 extender featuring
superior gloss and high brightness. ASP G90 kaolin is produced by an innovative new process technology
developed by BASF. This new process technology produces a very fine particle size product with a narrow
particle size distribution. ASP G90 kaolin is available in pulverized powder form to provide ease of dispersion,
high Hegman grind and TiO2 extension in both solvent and water-borne paints and coatings. It is specially
engineered to provide high gloss development without negatively impacting binder demand.
Application Information
ASP G90 kaolin high gloss is designed for use in architectural and industrial, water-borne and solvent-borne
gloss and semi-gloss coatings. ASP G90 kaolin can also be used to improve mar and scuff resistance in clear
coat varnishes while providing good clarity.
Typical Properties Value
Physical Form Highly Pulverized Powder
GE Brightness (%) 90 min
Screen Residue, 325 Mesh (%) 0.01
Free Moisture @ 105 deg C (%) as produced 1.0 max
pH (28% solids) 7
Specific Gravity (g/cm3) 2.58
Avg. Stokes Equivalent Particle Diameter (µm) 0.18
Bulk Density, Loose (lbs/ft3 / kg/m3) 13 / 210
Bulk Density, Tamped (lbs/ft3 / kg/m3 ) 18 / 290
Oil Absorption, Rubout (ASTM D-281) 47
Hegman 6.5 min
Refractive Index 1.56
Bulking Value, lbs. per gal. / kgs. per liter 21.5 / 2.59
All BASF kaolin manufacturing facilities are ISO 9001:2000 certified.
The above typical properties are for general information only and should not be used for specification purposes. Performance
characteristics may vary depending on specific application. All products should be tested in customer’s formulation prior to use.
Although all statements and information in this publication are believed to be accurate and reliable,
they are presented gratis and for guidance only, and risks and liability for results obtained by use of
the products or application of the suggestions described are assumed by the user. THERE ARE NO
WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE DISCLAIMED.
Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of the products are made without representation
or warranty that any such use is free of patent infringement and are not recommendations to infringe
any patent. The user should not assume that toxicity data and safety measures are indicated or that
other measures may not be required.
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