UPR Catalysts | VALIREX K, Cu, Co & ECOS
Accelerators & Catalysts for Curing of Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR) & Gelcoats
Umicore presents an extensive selection of high-quality accelerators and catalysts for gelcoat and unsaturated polyester resin curing under the brand names VALIREX and ECOS. Our products accelerate the decomposition of organic peroxide initiators and promote the cross-linking of polyester resins. Our wide portfolio of metal carboxylates includes several grades with various metal concentrations. Find the right match to attain your optimal curing profile from the product overview below!
Cobalt Polymer Accelerators for UPR & Gelcoat Curing
Our cutting-edge ECOS product line provides a sustainable, low-toxic curing technology alternative for unsaturated polyester resin and gelcoat applications, without compromising on quality and stability. Rigorous testing at our customers has demonstrated that ECOS ND15 is a suitable drop-in replacement for traditional UPR cobalt accelerators.
Our cobalt polymer based accelerators enable you to proactively address the potential hazard classification associated with traditional cobalt carboxylates. A careful hazard assessment of ECOS ND15 has been conducted, and based on all scientific tests, our product has been classified as a non-hazardous substance.
Interested in reading more on our efforts to create safe, low-toxic chemicals with improved environmental impact? Read our information on the replacement of traditional cobalt products.
| ECOS ND 15 0.5 JF | Cobalt polymer with 0.5% cobalt, diluted in a plasticizer solvent. 2-EHA-free. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| ECOS ND 15 1 JF | Cobalt polymer with 1% cobalt, diluted in a plasticizer solvent. 2-EHA-free. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| ECOS ND 15 3 D60 | Cobalt polymer with 3% cobalt, diluted in a dearomatized hydrocarbon mixture with a flash point of 60° C. 2-EHA-free. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| ECOS ND 15 3 DEAA | Cobalt polymer with 3% cobalt, diluted in DEAA. 2-EHA-free. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| ECOS ND 15 | Cobalt polymer with 4% cobalt, standard grade. 2-EHA-free. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| ECOS ND 15 5 | Cobalt polymer with 5% cobalt. 2-EHA-free. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
Cobalt Neodecanoate Accelerators for UPR & Gelcoat Curing
In addition to our patented cobalt polymer technology, we continue to provide traditional, cobalt based VALIREX metal carboxylates for UPR and gelcoat accelerator applications.
Within our portfolio of cobalt carboxylates, we offer octoate-free grades to address toxicity concerns associated with 2-ethylhexanoic acid and its metal salts.
Interested in reading more on our efforts to create safe, low-toxic chemicals with improved environmental impact? Read our information on octoate replacement.
| VALIREX Co 6 Neo X | Cobalt neodecanoate with 6% metal content, diluted in xylene. 2-EHA-free Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 10 Neo X | Cobalt neodecanoate with 10% metal content, diluted in xylene. 2-EHA-free Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 10 Neo D60 | Cobalt neodecanoate with 10% metal content, diluted in a dearomatized hydrocarbon mixture with a flash point of 60° C. 2-EHA-free. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 21 Neo | Cobalt neodecanoate with 21% metal content, diluted in a dearomatized hydrocarbon mixture with a flash point of 60° C. 2-EHA-free Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
Cobalt Octoate Accelerators for UPR & Gelcoat Curing
| VALIREX Co D60 | VALIREX Co 2 D60 UPR | Cobalt octoate with 2% metal content, diluted in a dearomatized hydrocarbon mixture with a flash point of 60°. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 6 D60 UPR | Cobalt octoate with 6% metal content, diluted in a dearomatized hydrocarbon mixture with a flash point of 60°. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 10 D60 UPR | Cobalt octoate with 10% metal content, diluted in a dearomatized hydrocarbon mixture with a flash point of 60°. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 11 D60 UPR | Cobalt octoate with 11% metal content, diluted in a dearomatized hydrocarbon mixture with a flash point of 60°. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 12 D60 UPR | Cobalt octoate with 12% metal content, diluted in a dearomatized hydrocarbon mixture with a flash point of 60°. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co X | VALIREX Co 1 X | Cobalt octoate with 1% metal content, diluted in Xylene. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 2 X | Cobalt octoate with 2% metal content, diluted in Xylene. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 6 X | Cobalt octoate with 6% metal content, diluted in Xylene. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 10 X | Cobalt octoate with 10% metal content, diluted in Xylene. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 12 X | Cobalt octoate with 12% metal content, diluted in Xylene. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co TXIB | VALIREX Co 6 TXIB | Cobalt octoate with 6% metal content, diluted in TXIB. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co DINP | VALIREX Co 0.5 DINP | Cobalt octoate with 0.5% metal content, diluted in DINP. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
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| VALIREX Co 6 DINP | Cobalt octoate with 6% metal content, diluted in DINP. Used in UPR and gelcoats as an accelerator. |
Copper Carboxylate and Potassium Octoate Catalysts for UPR & Gelcoats
Our VALIREX metal carboxylates for UPR and gelcoat catalyst applications are based on copper or potassium.
VALIREX Cu serves as a peak exotherm regulator during the UPR curing process, slowing down the curing reaction rate. This minimizes heat generation during the curing process and enhances open time and workability. Consequently, VALIREX Cu averts problems like cracking or degradation of the final product, improving the composite's overall quality.
VALIREX K functions as a co-catalyst, augmenting cobalt performance and diminishing the color of the composite product.
| VALIREX K 10 DEG | Potassium octoate with 10% metal content, diluted in DEG. Boosts cobalt performance, reduces color. Used in UPR and gelcoats as a co-catalyst for cobalt. |
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| VALIREX K 15 DEG | Potassium octoate with 15% metal content, diluted in DEG. Boosts cobalt performance, reduces color. Used in UPR and gelcoats as a co-catalyst for cobalt. |
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| VALIREX K 15 DEG 30 | Potassium octoate with 14-15% metal content, diluted in DEG. Boosts cobalt performance, reduces color. Used in UPR and gelcoats as a co-catalyst for cobalt. |
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| VALIREX Cu 8 D60 | Copper carboxylate with 8% metal content, diluted in a dearomatized hydrocarbon mixture with a flash point of 60° C. Used in UPR and gelcoats as a peak exotherm regulator. |
Alternative Potassium Catalysts – Potassium Octoate Replacement
Among our range of potassium carboxylates, we offer octoate-free grades to address current toxicity concerns associated with 2-ethylhexanoic acid and its metal salts.
Interested in knowing more about our efforts to create safe, low-toxic chemicals with improved environmental impact? Read our information on octoate replacement.
| VALIKAT K 1410 HR | 2-EHA-free potassium catalyst with 14% metal content, diluted in DEG. Boosts cobalt performance, reduces color. Used in UPR and gelcoats as a co-catalyst for cobalt. |
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| VALIKAT K 1509 HR | 2-EHA-free potassium catalyst with 15% metal content, diluted in DEG. Boosts cobalt performance, reduces color. Used in UPR and gelcoats as a co-catalyst for cobalt. |
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| VALIKAT K 1509 LR | 2-EHA-free potassium catalyst with 15% metal content, diluted in DEG. Boosts cobalt performance, reduces color. Used in UPR and gelcoats as a co-catalyst for cobalt. |
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If you cannot find the desired product in our overview, please note that Umicore also delivers customized solutions tailored to your unique formulation and process requirements. As an experienced manufacturer of metal carboxylates, we can assist you in developing the right product. Our R&D team is eager to offer support with analysis and testing to fulfill your specific needs. Additionally, our pilot plant capacity ensures a seamless transition when scaling up your custom-made accelerator or catalyst.
