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dispersing agent

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dispersing agent
[dispur′sing]
Etymology: L, dis + spargere, to scatter, agere, to do
a chemical additive used in pharmaceutics to cause the even distribution of the ingredients throughout the product, such as in dermatologic emulsions containing both oil and water. Dispersing agents commonly used in skin creams, lotions, and ointments include glyceryl monostea-rate, sodium lauryl sulfate, and polyethylene glycol derivatives. A dispersing agent may cause an allergic reaction or adverse effect in a hypersensitive person.


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The latest developments are Dispersogen PCE, a polycarboxylate ether suitable for the dispersion of inorganic pigments, and Dispersogen ASO, a star-shaped polymeric dispersing agent for organic pigments.
From the elimination or reduction of red lead to preventing water absorption, this company is said to offer a number of activators, dispersing agents and a vulcanized vegetable oil that are extremely effective in the manufacture of EPDM insulation.
Attributes/Comments: Dispersogen UDN is a wetting and dispersing agent used in pigment preparations and paints.
 
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