Epoxy Hardener UAE & KSA Stock COA + SDS Supplied CIF / FOB Available Dubai & Riyadh

Polyamidoamine Hardener — Waterborne & Low-VOC Epoxy Systems

Polyamidoamine (PADA) hardeners are water-dispersible epoxy curing agents specifically designed for low-VOC and waterborne epoxy coating systems. As SASO VOC regulations tighten for architectural and industrial coatings in Saudi Arabia, and as UAE green building codes (Estidama, Dubai Municipality) drive demand for low-emission products, PADA hardeners enable high-performance epoxy coatings with dramatically reduced volatile organic compound content compared to solvent-borne alternatives.

Quick Specifications

HS Code3824.99
Chemical ClassPolyamidoamine (PADA) — water-dispersible
AppearanceTurbid liquid (self-dispersing in water)
Active Content50 – 80% (grade dependent)
Amine Value (active)200 – 350 mg KOH/g

Dubai HQ: P.O. Box 29096, UAE
Riyadh: 2804 Nesaab Street, KSA

Technical Specifications

PARAMETER SPECIFICATION TEST METHOD
Chemical ClassPolyamidoamine (PADA) — water-dispersible
AppearanceTurbid liquid (self-dispersing in water)Visual
Active Content50 – 80% (grade dependent)
Amine Value (active)200 – 350 mg KOH/gASTM D2074
AHEW95 – 180 g/eqCalculated
pH (10% solution)9.5 – 11.5
VOC Content< 50 g/L (typical formulation)
Shelf Life12 months sealed, 5–30°C

Applications — UAE, Saudi Arabia & GCC

SASO-Compliant Architectural Coatings Saudi Arabia

Enables waterborne epoxy primers and topcoats meeting GSO 1914 / SASO VOC limits for architectural coatings in Saudi Arabia. Critical for Vision 2030 residential and commercial projects specifying low-emission coating systems.

UAE Green Building Coatings

Meets Estidama Pearl rating and Dubai Municipality low-VOC coating requirements for commercial, healthcare, and educational buildings across the UAE.

Food-Safe Flooring Systems

Used in water-based epoxy floor coatings for food processing plants, commercial kitchens, and pharmaceutical facilities where low odour and low VOC during application are mandatory.

Primer Coats on Concrete & Steel

Water-dispersible epoxy primers using PADA hardeners provide excellent adhesion to concrete and steel with minimal VOC — suitable for enclosed spaces and buildings with occupants present.

Decorative Interior Coatings

Low-odour, water-cleanable two-component epoxy systems for interior walls, floors, and surfaces in hotels, hospitals, schools, and offices across UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Usage & Recommendations

Waterborne systems require attention to application temperature and humidity. Apply between 10–35°C with relative humidity below 80%. Do not apply when substrate temperature is below dew point. VOC content of final formulation depends on all components — calculate total VOC including co-solvents, neutralising agents, and coalescing agents. Contact Raykem for waterborne formulation guidance specific to SASO compliance.

Packaging Available

190 Kgs MS Barrel / Steel Drum
IBC 950–1,000 Kgs (on request)
Custom packaging available

Storage & Shelf Life

Store at 5–30°C. Do not freeze — freezing permanently damages the dispersion. Keep sealed. Shelf life: 12 months from manufacture.

Need TDS or SDS Documentation?

Full Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS), and Technical Data Sheet (TDS) supplied with every shipment from Dubai or Riyadh.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Under SASO/GSO 1914, the VOC limit for non-flat interior coatings is 150 g/L and for floor coatings is 100 g/L. Waterborne epoxy systems using PADA hardeners typically achieve 30–80 g/L VOC — well within these limits. For architectural paints (flat interior), the limit is 50 g/L. Always verify your specific formulation's VOC against the current SASO standard, as limits have been progressively tightened. Contact Raykem's Saudi Arabia team for SABER certification documentation support.

For interior and moderate-service applications, modern PADA-based waterborne epoxy systems provide good chemical resistance, adhesion, and durability. For aggressive immersion service, offshore use, or highly corrosive environments, solvent-free or solvent-borne systems using polyamide or phenalkamine hardeners are still preferred. The right choice depends on your specific substrate, service environment, and regulatory requirements — contact Raykem for a recommendation.