High-Performance Photoinitiator MBB: Enhancing UV Curing in Coatings and Inks
Discover the power of Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate for rapid and efficient UV polymerization in your formulations.
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Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate
This essential photoinitiator, also known as MBB, is a key component for UV-curable coatings and inks. It efficiently initiates the rapid polymerization of suitable resin formulations, particularly when paired with tertiary amine synergists. Its application extends to sensitive areas like food packaging due to its virtually odorless nature and non-toxic properties.
- Initiates Rapid Polymerization: Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate, a crucial UV curing coatings and inks additive, accelerates the polymerization process, leading to faster curing times for your products.
- Ideal for Sensitive Applications: As a low odor photoinitiator, it is particularly suited for use in food packaging UV ink systems, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Enhanced UV Absorption: MBB effectively absorbs short-wavelength UV light and offers the advantage of not contributing to photo yellowing, maintaining the aesthetic integrity of cured materials.
- Versatile Usage: Recommended at levels of 0.5–5% w/w, MBB, along with amine synergists, is a proven solution for demanding applications such as photoinitiator for wood varnishes and decorative coatings.
Key Advantages
Exceptional Curing Efficiency
Leverage the power of UV polymerization initiator technology with MBB to achieve rapid and thorough curing, enhancing throughput and product quality.
Safety and Odor Profile
For applications demanding high safety standards, like food contact materials, MBB stands out as a low odor photoinitiator, ensuring minimal impact on product sensory attributes.
Durability and Stability
The inherent properties of MBB contribute to excellent stability, with minimal contribution to photo yellowing, ensuring the long-term appearance and performance of your finished goods.
Key Applications
Printing Inks
MBB is widely used in printing inks for various substrates, offering excellent cure speeds and performance, especially in demanding graphic arts applications.
Decorative Coatings
From metal cans to food cartons, MBB-based formulations provide durable and aesthetically pleasing decorative coatings, ensuring reliable performance.
Food Packaging
Its low odor and non-toxic nature make MBB an ideal choice for inks and varnishes used in food packaging, meeting stringent safety requirements.
Wood Varnishes
MBB is particularly effective in wood varnishes, especially for indoor uses, contributing to fast drying and durable finishes.