Bayhydrol UA 2856 XP by52 is an aliphatic- acrylate-modified polyurethane dispersion. Used as a binder for waterborne- air- and oven-drying basecoats in two-layer systems for automotive coatings- coatings for plastics- automotive refinishing coatings- industrial coatings and stone chip functional coatings. It is supplied in ~35% water (neutralized with 0.7% dimethyethanol amine (bound as salt)). Compatible with melamine resins- as well as with water-reducible polyesters and acrylic dispersions. When used in two-layer systems with TSA and two-component polyurethane clear coats- metallic basecoats formulated with Bayhydrol UA 2856 XP are characterized by even- cloud-free films with a very good flop effect- excellent gloss and good hiding power. Recommended storage temperature is 5-23�C. It has a shelf life of twelve months.