Leather Gloss Agent
Leather gloss agents are specialty finishing components that enhance the surface sheen and light reflectance of finished leather, ranging from a subtle semi-gloss to a high mirror-like patent finish. They are formulated from polyurethane dispersions, acrylic resins, or lacquer systems combined with matting or brightening fillers. The gloss level is precisely adjustable, and the film must maintain its appearance under bending, abrasion, and daily use conditions.
Technical Specifications
| pH | 7.5–9.5 |
| appearance | Transparent to translucent liquid |
| gloss 60deg | 60–120 GU (high-gloss grade) |
| solid content | 25–40% |
| film flexibility | Passes 10 000 flex cycles at 0°C |
Applications
- High-gloss patent leather shoes and bags
- Semi-gloss automotive upholstery leather
- Furniture leather with decorative sheen
- Branded luxury goods leather coating
- Sports footwear with metallic finish
Key Features
- Tunable gloss from matte to full high gloss in a single system
- Excellent cold-flex resistance preventing finish cracking in low temperatures
- Good resistance to perspiration, dry cleaning solvents, and scuffing
- Crosslinkable for maximum durability and solvent resistance
