HASE thickeners build viscosity through the association of hydrophobes. They are supplied in easy-to-handle liquid form at high volume solids. HASE offerings are generally lower in molecular weight than ASE offerings. They are better suited than ASE to more water sensitive applications and offer a wider variety of rheology profiles. Collectively, these characteristics make HASE thickeners well suited for flat through gloss paint formulations to facilitate sag resistance, spatter resistance and brush/roller drag.