Leather Thickening Agent

Leather Thickening Agent, Expert Line is a functional additive based on synthetic polyurethanes used to increase viscosity and adjust rheological properties of water-based polyurethane dispersions and related products, including leather paints, protective varnishes, and repair compositions. It is designed to improve handling without affecting colour rendering or transparency as described.

Best for

• Increasing viscosity for thicker coats and more controlled application
• Reducing dripping on vertical surfaces
• Adjusting high gloss work, including creating a stronger gloss effect when used with Leather Top Coat Gloss as described

Compatible with

• Dyed leather
• Semi-aniline leather
• Aniline leather
• Artificial leather
• Vegetable-tanned leather
• Pull-up leather

Key benefits

• Excellent thickening performance
• Maintains clarity and stability of formulations
• Makes application more convenient
• Reduces splashing

Does not alter drying time or interlayer adhesion as described

1. Supplied ready to use, no pre-dilution required.
2. Add 1 to 5% of total volume to Leather Colourant, Leather Top Coat, Heavy Filler, or Leather Light Filler.
3. Add gradually in small quantities, especially when mixing into Leather Colourant, to avoid over-thickening.

• Brand: LeTech
• Manufacturer: LeTech International Ltd (UK)
• Product type: Polyurethane-based thickening additive
• Use with: Leather colourants, protective varnishes, repair compositions
• Storage: Tightly closed container, dry ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, 5–35°C, max 80% humidity
• Shelf life: 2 years from production date