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RAYCURE RD12 — Reactive Diluent for Epoxy Systems

RAYCURE RD12 is a mono glycidyl ether of C12-C14 fatty alcohol used as a reactive diluent for high-viscosity epoxy resins. It reduces viscosity while maintaining reactive functionality, enabling high-solids or solvent-free coating formulations with improved flexibility, substrate wetting, and mechanical stability — ideal for structural steel and concrete flooring applications across the GCC.

Quick Specifications

Chemical NameMono Glycidyl Ether of C12-C14 Fatty Alcohol
FunctionReactive Diluent for Epoxy Resin Systems
AppearanceClear Coloured Liquid
Colour (Gardner, ASTM D1544)≤ 1 max

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

Technical Specifications

PARAMETERSPECIFICATION
Chemical NameMono Glycidyl Ether of C12-C14 Fatty Alcohol
FunctionReactive Diluent for Epoxy Resin Systems
AppearanceClear Coloured Liquid
Colour (Gardner, ASTM D1544)≤ 1 max
Viscosity @ 25°C (ISO 12058)5 – 10 mPa·s
Density @ 25°C (ASTM D1475)0.89 – 0.92 kg/L
Non VolatilesSolvent Free
Epoxy Equivalent Weight275 – 300
Hydrolysable Chlorine< 0.1 %

Applications — GCC, Africa & Beyond

  • Reactive diluent used in combination with liquid or solid epoxy resin solutions to reduce viscosity for spray application
  • Enables high-solids and solvent-free coating compositions meeting SASO VOC limits for Saudi Arabia
  • Ideal for structural steel coatings, concrete flooring, and all epoxy coating types across UAE industrial facilities
  • Self-levelling systems for concrete screeds with high mechanical stability
  • Airless spray applications on large steel structures — reduced viscosity without solvent addition
  • Two-component solvent-free floor coatings for food processing, pharmaceutical, and industrial facilities in GCC

Key Properties

  • Very low viscosity (5–10 mPa·s) enables significant epoxy viscosity reduction
  • Solvent-free — contributes no VOC to the formulation
  • Reactive — participates in the cure reaction (not a plasticiser)
  • Good flexibility contribution to cured film
  • Excellent substrate wetting on concrete and steel
  • Suitable for one-component airless spray
  • Low hydrolysable chlorine (< 0.1%)
  • Compatible with RAYPOXY YR-128 and other BPA epoxy resins

Usage & Recommendations

Typical use level: 5–15% on total epoxy weight. Higher loading reduces mechanical properties — evaluate for your specific formulation. Compatible with RAYPOXY YR-128. Can be blended with epoxy resin before adding hardener. Used with RAYCURE series hardeners for solvent-free floor coatings. For GCC climate applications, combine with RAYCURE 718 (phenalkamine) for humidity-tolerant cure.

Packaging

  • Standard Drums
  • IBC Tanks
  • Custom Packaging on Request

Storage & Shelf Life

Store in dry place in sealed original containers at 5–30°C. Do not expose to direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use. Shelf life: 12 months at 5–30°C in original sealed packaging.

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Certificate of Analysis, Safety Data Sheet and Technical Data Sheet supplied with every order.

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Packaging Available

Standard Drums
IBC Tanks
Custom Packaging on Request

Storage & Shelf Life

Store in dry place in sealed original containers at 5–30°C. Do not expose to direct sunlight. Shelf life: 12 months.

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

Typical use level: 5–15% by weight on total epoxy weight. Adding 10% RD12 to RAYPOXY YR-128 (11,000–14,000 mPa·s) typically reduces viscosity to 3,000–6,000 mPa·s — suitable for airless spray. Higher loading above 15% reduces mechanical properties of the cured film. Always evaluate your specific formulation before commercial use.

No — RAYCURE RD12 is solvent-free (non-volatile) and participates in the epoxy cure reaction as a reactive component. It contributes zero VOC to the coating formulation, making it the preferred alternative to xylene or other solvents for viscosity reduction in SASO VOC-compliant coatings for Saudi Arabia and UAE low-VOC specifications.

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Why Source from Raykem?

  • Dubai HQ + Riyadh office — local GCC supply
  • COA, SDS, TDS with every shipment
  • CIF/FOB from China, Europe, Southeast Asia
  • Competitive pricing — direct manufacturer sourcing
  • SABER-ready documentation for Saudi Arabia
  • Competitive pricing — direct manufacturer sourcing
  • Also exporting to Africa via Jebel Ali

Our Offices

Dubai, UAE (HQ)
Raykem L.L.C-FZ
P.O. Box 29096
sales@raykeme.com
+971 55 396 4402
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Raykem Chemicals Co.
2804 Nesaab Street, Riyadh 14329
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