Products in Processing Aids

POLYSTEP® B-23E is an anionic surfactant valued for its freeze-thaw and mechanical stability. It's employed in latex manufacture, providing an alternative to ape surfactants. Its ability to incorporate water-soluble monomers and enhance hydrophobicity in dried polymer films is an asset.

POLYSTEP® SY 15 is an anionic surfactant that primarily serves as a primary emulsifier in the emulsion polymerization process. Specifically designed for latex manufacturing, it plays a pivotal role in forming and stabilizing latex emulsions. Moreover, POLYSTEP® SY 15 is kosher certified, ensuring its alignment with relevant dietary requirements. Its utilization in latex production contributes to the creation of top-notch latex materials characterized by enhanced stability and performance.

STEPFAC™ 8170-U is an acid-based phosphate ester, designed for application in high-electrolyte systems. Its utility extends to serving as a compatibility agent in liquid fertilizer systems, and it's also capable of integration into numerous emulsifier blends. Categorized within the chemical group of ethoxylated phosphate esters and phosphate esters, its functions span across dispersant, emulsifier, adjuvant, and wetting agent roles.

STEPANATE® PTSA 65-E is classified as a sulfonic acid, plays a significant role in foundry resins, electroplating, and esterification reactions. The chemical group associated with it is p-toluene sulfonic acid, and like some other products, STEPANATE® PTSA 65-E holds kosher certification.

MAKON® 25R2 stands as a notable nonionic reverse EO/PO block copolymer, prized for its swift-breaking, low foaming, and defoaming capabilities. Its versatility extends across a spectrum of industries where its unique properties find diverse applications and contribute to enhanced performance and efficiency.

POLYSTEP® TSP-16 falls under the category of tristyrylphenol ethoxylates. This nonionic surfactant provides mechanical and freeze-thaw stability, water resistance, and adhesion in emulsion polymerization systems. It works as an emulsifier, latex frothing agent, adjuvant, and wetting agent. Its applications span multiple sectors, including agricultural solutions, emulsion polymerization, and industrial products. It also carries kosher certification.

POLYSTEP® A-16 is an anionic surfactant employed in latex manufacture, compatible with vinyl chloride, vinylidene chloride, and styrene-butadiene. In combination with nonionic surfactants like polystep® f-6, it complements styrene-butadiene. In acrylic latexes, it pairs with higher nonionic surfactants such as polystep® f-9. It finds relevance in vinyl acetate latexes, especially those rich in protective colloid, contributing to the formation and stabilization of latex emulsions.

POLYSTEP® C-12S operates as an alkyl sulfate emulsifier tailored for paint and coating applications. Its kosher certification highlights its alignment with dietary laws. Applied in latex manufacture within the emulsion polymerization market, it supports the formation and stabilization of latex emulsions, contributing to high-quality coatings and paints.

SILRES® BS 5138 is a highly efficient aqueous and water-dilutable emulsion based on non-reactive polydimethylsiloxane. It is primarily used for the hydrophobation of glass and stone wool. It exhibits high thermal stability and good compatibility with common binders like phenolic resins. SILRES® BS 5138 can also be employed for hydrophobation of porous mineral insulation materials like perlite, vermiculite, or expanded clay.

SILFOAM® SH is an anhydrous antifoam compound used in various industrial applications. It was specifically developed for different technical applications, including the biotechnological industry. SILFOAM® SH serves as an effective degassing aid to reduce foam formation during the production and processing of paints. Additionally, it is a reliable degassing aid for PVC pastes and casting resins.

WACKER® Elastomer 80 N is a hydroxy-functional polydimethyl siloxane polymer. It is a colorless liquid that is not miscible with water. This product is highly recommended for a variety of processing and formulating applications, including sealants, adhesives, coatings, textile softeners, and mold-making products.

WACKER® 50550/8 VP is a waxy, alkyl-modified polysiloxane known for its hydrolysis resistance and strong affinity to different substrates. Primarily utilized in the polish sector, this product is particularly recommended for car polishes and paint conditioners. Its high substantivity ensures that the treated paint surface remains highly resistant to detergents and weathering over extended periods of time, providing long-lasting protection.

WACKER® Elastomer 350 N is a colorless liquid polymer of hydroxyfunctional polydimethylsiloxane. It is a versatile product designed for various applications such as sealants, adhesives, coatings, textile softeners, and mold-making products. This polymer is insoluble in water and offers fast curing. It also provides good release stability and demonstrates excellent anchorage to a wide range of substrates.

GENIOSIL® GF 80 is an epoxy functional alkoxysilane. When used as a coupling agent in mineral-filled plastics, it enhances filler dispersibility, reduces sedimentation tendency, and significantly lowers the resin's viscosity. Moreover, it allows for higher filler loading and provides notable improvements in water (vapor) resistance, as well as resistance to acids and bases. In the realm of adhesives and sealants, incorporating GENIOSIL® GF 80 enhances adhesion to the substrate and improves mechanical properties like flexural strength, tensile strength, and modulus of elasticity.

WACKER® Silicate TES 40 WN is an ethyl silicate polymer. It is a low-viscosity liquid that provides approximately 41% of silicon dioxide (silica) upon complete hydrolysis. WACKER® Silicate TES 40 WN is used for the precipitation of polymeric SiO2 structures (silica) upon complete hydrolysis, with ethanol being produced as a by-product.

WACKER® TPD is an aminoalkyl-functional polydimethylsiloxane used for the formulation of release agents for polyurethane processing. WACKER® TPD exhibits excellent release properties and, when handled properly, prevents release agent buildup on the mold. It is particularly advantageous when a very smooth and shiny surface is required for the molded parts.

WACKER® W 23 is a white, waxy, alkyl-modified polysiloxane that is resistant to hydrolysis and exhibits a very high affinity for various substrates. It is mainly used in the Polish sector. Due to its high substantivity, it is recommended for car polishes and paint conditioners as it renders the treated paint surface extremely resistant to detergents and weathering for long periods of time.

WACKER® Elastomer 50 N is a colorless liquid polymer composed of hydroxy-functional polydimethyl siloxane. It has been specifically formulated to cater to various applications such as sealants, adhesives, coatings, textile softeners, and mold-making products. Notably, this product does not dissolve in water.

WACKER® TPR is a versatile product used in various applications such as car care, car polishes, paint preservatives, plastic-care products, polyurethane processing, and surface care. It is a reaction product of silicone resin with silicone fluids, resulting in the formation of water-repellent release films. These films exhibit significantly better affinity compared to polydimethylsiloxanes and many organomodified silicone fluids of similar viscosity.

GENIOSIL® GF 82 is an epoxy-functional alkoxysilane. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic odor similar to gasoline. It hydrolyzes slowly in the presence of water, releasing ethanol, and forms silanols that can react with themselves to produce siloxanes or bind to inorganic substrates. The epoxy group on GENIOSIL® GF 82 can undergo a ring-opening reaction with nucleophiles such as alcohols and amines.

WACKER® Silicate TES 28 is a monomeric ethyl silicate, also known as tetraethoxysilane or tetraethyl orthosilicate. It is a colorless, low-viscosity liquid with an SiO2 content of approximately 28 wt.%. This product is commonly used in the formulation of anti-corrosive coatings, marine and protective coatings, as well as industrial coatings.

SILFOAM® SE 1661 is a water-dilutable antifoam emulsion with a medium viscosity and excellent storage stability, thanks to its nonionic emulsifier system. This product serves the dual purpose of preventing foam formation (as an antifoam) and eliminating existing foam (as a defoamer) in a wide range of aqueous systems. SILFOAM® SE 1661 is particularly well-suited for applications where the use of silicones could typically present challenges, such as PVC degassing, the manufacturing and processing of polymer dispersions for textiles, paper, paints, surface coatings, and adhesives, as well as cooling lubricants and textile formulations.

Dragonsorb® 3039 is a liquid UV absorber with a stable morphology. It has good compatibility with all common plasticizers. This product is especially suitable for the stabilizers of PVC-P and PVC plastisol. It can also be used in polyurethane (PUR), polyester, polymethacrylate (PMMA), and other materials to improve the weatherability of the materials under UV conditions.

Dragonox® 1135 is an excellent antioxidant that may be used in a variety of polymers. Because of its low volatility and excellent compatibility, it is particularly well suited for use in forced air cooling processes for PU. This product is used in the stabilization of PV flexible slabstock foams to prevent the formation of peroxides in the polyol during storage and transport and to further protect against scorching during foaming. It also helps prevent fogging in automotive applications, and the low volatility of this product makes it a perfect fit where meat liquids, emulsions, suspensions, solutions, or melts are an integral part of polymer manufacturing and processing. This product has the convenience of a pumpable liquid that can be added before, during, or after polymerization.

Flyadd® AY1 is a color stabilizer and anti-yellowing agent. It is used as a polymer additive for polyurethane and is a highly effective additive for many kinds of dispersed polymer systems. This product has the potential to improve color and heat stability in processing and end applications. 

Flyadd® AY3 is a liquid-type blend anti-yellowing agent that can inhibit the yellowing of the polyurethane caused by high-temperature processing. It has excellent ultraviolet absorption performance, which can effectively improve the weatherability of the product and inhibit the yellowing caused by thermal oxygen and ultraviolet light.

AEROSIL® 300 is a hydrophilic fumed silica with a specific surface area of 300 m²/g.

TEGO® Antifoam 1488 is a versatile emulsion-based anti-foaming agent tailored for various applications. It effectively controls foam formation in processes like emulsion polymerization and textile sizing. With good compatibility, it finds use in diverse industrial additives, including metalworking fluids and nonwovens. This emulsion-type additive is available in drums, catering to different production scales. Its performance spans markets like adhesives and sealants, fluids and lubricants, and building materials. TEGO® Antifoam 1488's role in polymer dispersions manufacturing adds to its versatility and value.

Dynasylan® SIVO 214 is an aminofunctional silane composition with enhanced crosslinking activity. It serves as an adhesion promoter, facilitating bonding between inorganic materials (such as glass, metals, fillers) and organic polymers (including thermosets, thermoplastics, elastomers). Additionally, it functions as a surface modifier and supports chemical modification of various substances.

DYNOL® 604 is a high-performance, non-ionic organic superwetter known for its excellent equilibrium and dynamic surface tension reduction, a hallmark of the Dynol brand. It exhibits lower foam and dynamic surface tension values compared to the more hydrophilic DYNOL® 607 surfactant. Moreover, comparative wetting performance tests have demonstrated that DYNOL® 604 Surfactant serves as an excellent alternative to conventional fluorosurfactants and offers a cost-effective solution in place of new fluorosurfactant technology.

TEGO® Antifoam 50 is a highly efficient silicone-based antifoam emulsion that can be easily diluted with water. It serves as an anti-foaming agent and is suitable for managing foam in a range of industrial applications. Classified under industrial additives, this product falls within the category of processing aids, specifically as an other processing additive, and belongs to the silicone chemical family.

TEGO® SML 20 is a liquid emulsifier that is non-ionic and made of polyoxyethylene-(20)-sorbitan monolaurate. It is used as a solubilizer for oils and dyestuffs, as well as a defoamer and antistatic agent in textile formulations. TEGO® SML 20 is compatible with anionic, cationic, and amphoteric surfactants due to its non-ionic nature. It is also biodegradable and has good environmental behavior. When used as a co-emulsifier, it exhibits synergistic effects with other surfactants.

DABCO® PM 301 is a specialized performance additive designed to enhance the efficiency of blowing agents in rigid polyurethane foam. It can be applied across various rigid foam applications, with particular suitability for closed-cell spray foam, discontinuously produced boards, and pure in-place applications.

TEGOSTAB® B 84519 is a non-hydrolysable polyether polydimethylsiloxane copolymer utilized in the production of rigid polyurethane and/or polyisocyanurate foams. It is soluble and retains its chemical stability in most commonly applied rigid foam polyols and also in masterbatches containing blowing agents, amines, and reactive or non-reactive flame retardants.

Dynasylan® HYDROSIL 1151 is the ultimate adhesion promoter and surface modifier. Tailored for enhancing bonding between glass and metal, this silane is a game-changer for various applications. Whether in primers, foundry resins, or abrasives, it delivers. With benefits like improved strength, corrosion resistance, and high performance, Dynasylan® HYDROSIL 1151 takes your materials to the next level.

VISIOMER® 1,4-BDDMA is a low viscosity dimethacrylate monomer widely used as a crosslinker. It serves as an excellent replacement for styrene in composite resin, functioning as an adhesion promoter and a hardener for PVC plastisols. Additionally, it acts as a coagent for peroxide crosslinking of elastomers. This versatile compound finds applications in industries such as adhesives and sealants, composites, construction, and plastics and rubber.