Melio® 09-W-66 and Aqualen® Top GC-2033:
the new topcoat system for very soft leathers from Clariant

Muttenz, 2 May 2011 – There is a clear ongoing trend through all furniture and nappa leathers for improved softness and feel. The challenge for the finisher is always to balance out the customer requests for both, the physicals and aesthetics.

Clariant’s new topcoat system based on Melio® 09-W-66, the dull component and Aqualen® Top GC-2033, the glossy one, is especially developed to achieve these two characteristics, wet rub resistance and a pleasant, natural feel, both perfectly combined.

Both products can be mixed in any ratio to achieve the desired gloss level. Melio® 09-W-66, a dulled aqueous mix of selected polymers and additives and Aqualen® Top GC-2033, an aqueous polyurethane dispersion, have – besides their pleasant feel and high wet rub resistance – the following common characteristics:

• soft appealing

• wet touch

• no post hardening

• high flexometer values

• excellent flow out properties

Both products can be mixed with each other in any ratio but can be used alone as well.

Melio® 09-W-66 and Aqualen® Top GC-2033: it’s more than finishing – it’s ennobling your leather!

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