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CYRASOFT QEM 40

1 of 2 products in this brand
CYRASOFT QEM 40 is a textile auxiliary agent designed to deliver a hydrophilic, bulky and silky hand to all types of fabrics at lower use levels than other products. In addition, CYRASOFT QEM 40 showed excellent compatibility and stability in different fabric softener formulations. CYRASOFT QEM 40 can be easily diluted with water to the appropriate application concentration, with modest blending action only. Thus, the powerful performance of CYRASOFT QEM 40 becomes accessible without the need for emulsification and process know-how.

Functions: Fiber Softener, Wetting Agent

Chemical Family: Silicones

Features: Easy Handling, Emulsion Stability, Excellent Elasticity , Good Compatibility, Good Wetting Properties, Non-Yellowing, Wide pH Range

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Industrial Additives Functions

Features & Benefits

Key Performance Properties
  • Water dilutable textile enhancer
  • Bulky softness and silky feel
  • Superior durability to laundering
  • No yellowing
  • Best on natural fibers
  • Excellent for exhausting applications (fabric softener)
  • Fiber elasticity and shape recovery.
  • Good hydrophilicity
  • Shear stable formulations
  • pH stable
  • Wrinkles reduction
  • Ease of ironing

Applications & Uses

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Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Applications
  • CYRASOFT QEM 40 hydrophilic textile enhancer is readily micro-emulsified at 35% active level. All other concentrations are generated by simply diluting the emulsion further with water under moderate stirring.
  • The optimum treatment will depend on the required softness of the fabric or yarn after dyeing and rinsing. The use of 0.25 to 0.50 % of silicone active BOWF is recommended.
  • Application can be done by padding, exhaustion or garment washing process. However, due to it chemical functionality CYRASOFT QEM 40 will perform best in exhaust applications and when it is used in fabric softener formulations.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear,Transparent
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Silicone Content35.0%
Viscosity (25°C)max. 300mm2/s-1-
Specific Gravity (25°C)~1gr/cm3-

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

CYEASOFT QEM 40 is available in 120 Kg drum and 950 Kg containers.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life

CYRASOFT QEM 40 has a shelf life of 12 months from date of manufacturing when stored in the original, unopened container between 10 and 400°C. Keep containers sealed when not in use to avoid absorption of water from the atmosphere.