Products in Performance Additives

POLYSORB® PA is a high purity grade of isosorbide grade under pellets form (POLYSORB® PA). It offers valuable solutions to performance materials markets: polyesters, composites and coatings, polyurethanes, etc.   Key benefits Temperature resistance Optical properties Surface hardness

Ethylene dichloride (EDC) is used to manufacture vinyl chloride monomer (VCM), which in turn is the key precursor to PVC.

DREWPLAST® 154 is a nonionic surfactant that serves as a release agent and antistatic agent for plastics and films. Its chemical group aligns with lauramide dea, and it functions as a textile antistatic agent. Notably, the product is derived from plants and is bio-based.

ZELEC® A081 is an alcohol phosphate that can be used to help decrease the viscosity of high-pressure compounds. It can also be used to reduce and stabilize viscosity and act as a color stabilizer in rubber. It also plays the role of a lubricant additive for plastic materials and provides antistatic properties in fiber lubricating oils. It can also be used as a spreading agent for oils and waxes and as an internal demolding agent for molding plastic and pultrusion. It is an additive that inhibits deposits of a corrosive nature during the soldering of light metals (aluminum and magnesium) and can be used in construction as a concrete additive. It is also used as a dispersing agent in ink formulations.

ZELEC® A130 can be used as a wetting agent in the paint and coating industries. In this application, it could also contribute to the improvement of corrosion resistance, gloss, color acceptance, wet scrub resistance, and the hiding power of the film. It can also be used as an antistatic agent in textile and leather finishing and processing and in rubber, plastic, and composite processing. It can also act as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor in metalworking fluid, printing pressrooms, and oil fields. It can also be used as a demolding agent in a construction area and in rubber, plastic, or composite processing. It also has lubrication properties for metalworking fluids and textile and leather finishing and processing, including extreme-pressure and anti-wear properties.

ZELEC® AN is an amine neutralized phosphate ester used in a variety of industrial composite product applications. It is an amine neutralized version of zelec un. Zelec an maintains the same mold release characteristics as zelec un (see below), but with reduced acidity. The reduced acidity of zelec an allows for reduced die corrosion in closed molded thermoset applications.

WACKER® AK 500000 is a linear, non-reactive polydimethylsiloxane with a viscosity of approximately 500,000 mm²/s. Its unique chemical structure gives it exceptional properties that distinguish it from organic materials like mineral oils. WACKER® AK 500000 is a clear, odorless, and colorless liquid with a high flash point and excellent heat resistance. Additionally, it exhibits good solubility in a wide range of solvents.

WACKER® AK 30000 is a linear, non-reactive polydimethylsiloxane with a viscosity of approximately 30000 mm²/s. Its chemical structure provides it with exceptional properties that differentiate it from organic materials like mineral oils. Notably, WACKER® AK 30000 exhibits good dielectric properties, making it suitable for applications requiring electrical insulation. Additionally, it has low surface tension, which contributes to its high surface activity.

SILFAR® E 1049 is a silicone fluid emulsion specifically formulated for a wide range of applications, including those in the food and pharmaceutical industries. It is composed of components that meet the necessary standards outlined in the relevant EP and USP monographs. SILFAR® E 1049 can be utilized as an excipient in pharmaceutical products, although it cannot be used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient.

WACKER® AK 300000 is a linear, non-reactive polydimethylsiloxane with a viscosity of approximately 300000 mm²/s. Its unique chemical structure imparts exceptional properties to WACKER® AK 300000, distinguishing it from organic materials like mineral oils. It exhibits excellent water-repellent properties and possesses good dielectric properties.

WACKER® AK 100000 is a linear, non-reactive polydimethylsiloxane with a viscosity of approximately 100000 mm²/s. Its chemical structure gives it an exceptional property profile that distinguishes it from organic materials like mineral oils. It exhibits excellent water-repellent properties, good dielectric properties, and low surface tension, resulting in high surface activity.

WACKER® AK 1 000 000 is a linear, non-reactive polydimethylsiloxane with a viscosity of approximately 1000000 mm²/s. Its chemical structure gives it an exceptional property profile that distinguishes it from organic materials like mineral oils. It exhibits excellent water-repellent properties, good dielectric properties, low surface tension, and high surface activity. Additionally, it is highly unreactive.

SILFAR® SE 88 is a silicone antifoam emulsion suitable for various industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, fermentation processes, and agrochemical formulations. It is specifically designed for European use as a processing aid in food production, based on E 900. It is important for the food manufacturer to ensure that only minimal traces of the product are present in the final food, as per the necessary regulations.

SILFAR® SE 4 is a silicone antifoam emulsion that finds its use in the food and pharmaceutical sectors, as well as in fermentation processes and agrochemical formulations. It serves as an effective antifoam agent in various stages, including fermentation and downstream processes like active ingredient extraction and solvent recovery, where compliance with USP and EP standards is necessary.

SILRES® BS 97 is a water-dilutable, solventless emulsion based on an alkyl silicone resin. It is primarily used for the water-repellent treatment of insulation materials. SILRES® BS 97 is particularly well-suited for the treatment of expanded mineral materials such as vermiculite, perlite, and clay. These materials are commonly used for insulation purposes, and the application of SILRES® BS 97 helps to enhance their water repellency, thereby improving their performance and durability. By treating insulation materials with SILRES® BS 97, you can enhance their ability to repel water, prevent moisture-related issues such as mold growth and deterioration, and improve their overall performance in insulation applications.

SILFOAM® SE 2660 SIMETH.EM is a medium- to high-viscosity antifoam emulsion that finds application in various industries. This silicone fluid emulsion, based on E 900, is exclusively permitted for use as a processing aid in food applications. It is crucial for food producers to ensure that only technically unavoidable traces of SILFOAM® SE 2660 SIMETH.EM are present in the final food product.

SILFAR® 350 is a polydimethylsiloxane derived from the hydrolysis and polycondensation of dichlorodimethylsilane and chlorotrimethylsilane. Its degree of polymerization (n) is adjusted to achieve a mean kinematic viscosity of 350 mm²/s at 25°C. This versatile product finds application in both the pharmaceutical and food sectors. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is commonly used in antiflatulence and antacid preparations.

SILFAR® 1000 is a polydimethylsiloxane produced through the hydrolysis and polycondensation of dichlorodimethylsilane and chlorotrimethylsilane. Its degree of polymerization (n) is adjusted to achieve a mean kinematic viscosity of 1000 mm²/s at 25°C. This versatile product finds application in both the pharmaceutical and food sectors. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is commonly used in antiflatulence and antacid preparations.

WACKER® AK 200000 is a linear, non-reactive polydimethylsiloxane with a viscosity of approximately 200,000 mm²/s. Its exceptional chemical structure gives it a unique set of properties that distinguish it from organic materials like mineral oils. It exhibits minimal variation in physical characteristics across a wide temperature range, making it highly reliable. Additionally, it demonstrates excellent water-repellent properties and boasts good dielectric properties.

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.

TEGO® Antifoam KS 95 is a self-emulsifying organic antifoam concentrate enhanced with minor amounts of organo-siloxanes for improved efficiency. This antifoam is well-suited for industrial applications, specifically as an anti-foaming agent, and finds utility in various processes including polymerization, wastewater treatment, and suspension polymerization.

TEGO® CYCLE CP 310 is an organo-modified siloxane that is used as a processing additive, compatibilizer, and for permanent modification of polymer properties. Its use provides several advantages for specific applications. It reduces gelling, resulting in lower failure rates, reduces pressure, increases throughput, and prevents melt fracture and shark skin effect. It also reduces surface roughness. TEGO® CYCLE CP 310 shortens cycle times, prevents cut propagation in oriented tapes and films, and improves mechanical performance, including notched impact strength and elongation at break. It also prevents stress cracking and whitening.

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® VTMO is a bifunctional organosilane, combines a reactive vinyl group and a hydrolyzable inorganic trimethoxysilyl group. Its versatile reactivity enables chemical bonding to both inorganic materials (e.g., glass, metals, fillers) and organic polymers (such as thermosets, thermoplastics, elastomers). Functioning as a crosslinking agent, adhesion promoter, and surface modifier, Dynasylan® VTMO offers diverse applications.

AEROSIL® R 972 is hydrophobic fumed silica grade treated with DDS (Dichlordimethylsilane). The moderate hydrophobicity of these AEROSIL® products is suited for defoaming properties in the presence of appropriate hydrophobic liquids. They are recomended for improving the sedimentation stability of defoamer dispersions as well.

TEGO® Antifoam 2263 XP is an emulsion antifoam featuring organo-modified siloxanes. This versatile product falls within the category of CASE ingredients and is specifically known for its function as an anti-foaming agent. It is most commonly applied in the production of waterborne adhesives, specifically in the realm of pressure-sensitive adhesive formulations.

AEROSIL® OX 50 is a fumed silica with a very low specific surface area, low thickening, and high purity. The product can be used as an additive or as a raw material. In polymer composites, high filler loading can be achieved, making it possible to control essential characteristics of polymers.

AEROSIL® 200 is a hydrophilic fumed silica with a specific surface area of 200 m²/g.

Dynasylan® 6498 is a concentrate of vinyl silane (oligomeric siloxane) containing vinyl and ethoxy groups. This low-viscosity liquid, nearly odorless and colorless, serves as a superb compatibilizer between inorganic fillers (such as kaolin, MDH, ATH) and organic polymers (including EPDM, EVA, PE).

Dynasylan® 6598 is an oligomeric siloxane featuring vinyl, propyl, and ethoxy groups. Developed from Dynasylan® VTMOEO, this colorless and nearly odorless liquid brings enhanced properties. Acting as an excellent silane compatibilizer, it bridges inorganic fillers like kaolin, MDH, and ATH with organic polymers such as EPDM, EVA, and PE. In mineral-filled and peroxide-crosslinked cable systems, Dynasylan® 6598 improves mechanical and electrical attributes, especially in moist conditions. With its high boiling start and flash point, it ensures safety, handling ease, and processing advantages. Furthermore, this product emits significantly less hydrolysis ethanol (VOC) compared to monomeric silanes, addressing environmental considerations.

TEGO® Sorb PY 88 TQ is a zinc ricinoleate-based odor absorber that operates on the key and locker principle, specifically designed for odor control. This product is not intended to impart flavor. It finds application in the production of masterbatches and compounds, where it excels at absorbing unwanted odors.

SIPERNAT® 500 LS is a very finely ground silica with high surface area, low drying loss and particulary high absorbency.

AEROSIL® R 974 is hydrophobic fumed silica grades treated with DDS (Dichlordimethylsilane). The moderate hydrophobicity of these AEROSIL® products is suited for defoaming properties in the presence of appropriate hydrophobic liquids. They are recommended for improving the sedimentation stability of defoamer dispersions as well.

Dynasylan® VTEO is a bifunctional organosilane, boasts a reactive vinyl group and a hydrolyzable inorganic triethoxysilyl group. With its dual reactivity, Dynasylan® VTEO forms chemical bonds with both inorganic materials (e.g., glass, metals, fillers) and organic polymers (including thermosets, thermoplastics, elastomers). This compound serves as a crosslinking agent, adhesion promoter, and surface modifier, providing versatile applications.

Dynasylan® 6490 is a concentrate of vinyl silane (oligomeric siloxane) containing both vinyl and methoxy groups. This nearly odorless, colorless, low-viscosity liquid acts as an excellent compatibilizer between inorganic fillers (such as kaolin, MDH, ATH) and organic polymers (including EPDM, EVA, PE).