DISPERBYK 164 is a high performance wetting and dispersing additive that provides superior stabilization of pigments of all types. It deflocculates pigments and stabilizes them through steric hindrance, providing equal electrical charge to pigment particles. This results in repulsion and steric stabilization that prevents co-flocculation, leading to improved properties. DISPERBYK 164 increases gloss, color strength, transparency and hiding power while reducing viscosity of formulations. It is aromatic-free and has a higher solids content than similar products. When used in applications, DISPERBYK 164 results in uniform, streak-free finishes with long-term color stability and improved durability. It allows formulators to achieve optimal rheology and performance from their systems.