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MASTERKURE 102
A polymer, water-based, concrete curing compound

Description of Product 102 has been tested, and at which it attains the
MASTERKURE 102 is a solvent-free, polymer, claimed degree of curing efficiency. In favorable
water- based emulsion, suitable for spray conditions, such as shaded interior surfaces,
application to freshly poured concrete. adequate curing can be achieved with extended
coverage rates.
The resultant film retains sufficient moisture in the
concrete to ensure full hydration of the cement; Subsequent Surface Finishes
essential for optimum strength development. It is important to ensure the complete removal of
Membrane-cured concrete is typically harder and the MASTERKURE 102 prior to the application of
exhibits a dust-free surface with a reduced any surface finish or additional treatment.
incidence of drying shrinkage cracks.
RHEOMIX bonding slurries must be utilised to bond
Primary Uses subsequent finishes. Please refer to BASF’s
As a more effective and economical alternative to Technical Services Department for approved mix
Hessian, water and polythene curing regimes. designs.
Suitable for use on all concrete surfaces. If renders of greater thickness than 1cm are to be
applied, bond tests should be carried out to
Advantages determine the proposed bonding method and
Eliminates the need for water
surface preparation that is required.
Single application
For floor areas, the curing compound must be
Reduces drying shrinkage
removed prior to applying subsequent finishes.
High curing efficiency
Reduced labour costs
Water-based Specification Clause MASTERKURE 102
Where indicated, concrete shall be cured by
Packaging application of MASTERKURE 102, polymer-based
MASTERKURE 102 is available in 210ltr drums. emulsion manufactured by BASF Egypt or similar
Typical Properties approved; to the following specification:
Appearance: White liquid
Specific gravity: Approx. 1.00 Specification type:
Flashpoint: Not applicable ASTM C309: Type 1 Class A
Finished film Clear opaque film
appearance: MASTERKURE 102 is to be applied strictly in
Drying time 2.30 hours 20 minutes at accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
ASTM C309:at a 25ºC
dosage of 0.2kg/m²

Standards
MASTERKURE 102 meets the requirements of
ASTM C309 Type 1 Class A

Storage
Coverage Shelf life is up to 1 year when stored under cover,
The recommended rate of application is 0.2ltr/m2. out of direct sunlight and protected from extremes
This corresponds to that at which MASTERKURE of temperature.
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MASTERKURE 102
Health and Safety
As with all chemical products, care should be
taken, during use and storage, to avoid contact with
eyes, mouth, skin and foodstuffs. Treat splashes to
eyes and skin immediately. If accidentally ingested,
seek medical attention. Re-seal containers after
use. Use in well-ventilated areas and avoid
inhalation.

Note
Field service, where provided, does not constitute
supervisory responsibility. For additional
information, contact your local BASF
representative.

BASF reserves the right to have the true cause of

any difficulty determined by accepted test methods.

Quality Statement
All products manufactured by BASF Egypt, or
imported from BASF affiliate companies world-
wide, are manufactured to procedures certified to
conform to the quality, environment, health & safety
management systems described in the ISO
9001:2000, ISO 14001:2004 & OHSAS 18001:1999
standards.

9/2010 BASF-EG

* Properties listed are only for guidance and are not

a guarantee of performance.