Advanced Functional Additives

Novastar Specialty Additives

Novastar™ Specialty Additives are high-performance functional additives designed to optimize workability, durability, and long-term performance of dry-mix mortars, concrete systems, and industrial formulations. Each product is engineered for reliable quality, formulation compatibility, and consistent on-site performance.

Silicone Hydrophobic Powder
Water Repellency
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Silicone Hydrophobic Powder

SHP

Silicone Hydrophobic Powder is a free-flowing, highly effective water-repellent additive based on silane/siloxane technology. It significantly reduces water absorption while maintaining vapor permeability, improving durability and weather resistance in cement-based and gypsum-based materials.

Key Benefits

Excellent Water Repellency
Reduced Water Absorption
Maintained Vapor Permeability
Improved Weather Resistance

Typical Applications

Dry-mix mortars Exterior wall systems Tile adhesives & grouts Renders and plasters
Powder Defoamer
Efficient Air Control
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Powder Defoamer

Defoamer

Powder Defoamer is designed to effectively eliminate and control unwanted air bubbles during mixing and application. It improves density, surface quality, and mechanical strength of mortars and cementitious systems without negatively affecting workability.

Key Benefits

Rapid Defoaming Performance
Reduced Air Entrainment
Improved Surface Appearance
Enhanced Mechanical Strength

Typical Applications

Tile adhesives Self-leveling compounds Cement-based mortars Gypsum formulations
Gypsum Retarder
Setting Time Control
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Gypsum Retarder

Retarder

Gypsum Retarder provides precise and stable control of setting time in gypsum-based products. It ensures consistent workability, extended open time, and reliable setting behavior under varying temperature and humidity conditions.

Key Benefits

Controlled Setting Time
Stable Retarding Effect
Improved Workability Window
Consistent Performance

Typical Applications

Gypsum plaster Gypsum mortar Gypsum-based putty Decorative gypsum products
Hydroxypropyl Starch Ether
Workability Enhancement
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Hydroxypropyl Starch Ether

HPS

HPS is a modified natural polymer that enhances workability, water retention, and rheological performance of cement-based and gypsum-based systems. It works synergistically with cellulose ethers to improve application smoothness and resistance to sagging.

Key Benefits

Improved Workability
Enhanced Water Retention
Anti-Sag Performance
Synergistic with Cellulose Ether

Typical Applications

Tile adhesives Wall putty Plaster and render systems Self-leveling mortars
Polyvinyl Alcohol
Binder & Film Formation
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Polyvinyl Alcohol

PVA

Polyvinyl Alcohol is a versatile polymer binder offering excellent film-forming ability, adhesion, and flexibility. It contributes to improved cohesion, bonding strength, and durability in construction materials and various industrial formulations.

Key Benefits

Excellent Film Formation
Strong Adhesion
Improved Cohesion
Good Compatibility

Typical Applications

Cement-based mortars RDP production Adhesives Industrial binders

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