AQUACER 513 is a VOC-free wax emulsion for improving the surface protection in aqueous applications. As an additive, AQUACER 513 increases the scratch resistance and abrasion resistance when used in applications. It improves the resistance to black heel marking in flooring applications. AQUACER 513 is compatible with all known polymer dispersions, resin solutions, plasticizers, film-forming agents and surfactants used in applications. The wax emulsion exhibits good polishability and dirt repulsion in applications. These characteristics are brought out by blending AQUACER 513 with polymers. A mixing ratio of 1:6 increases the water- and alcohol-resistance, the abrasion resistance, and protection against heel marks in flooring applications.