Wacker Chemie AG

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CREATING TOMORROW'S SOLUTIONS

As a pioneer of modern chemistry, today we are a globally active company with state-of-the-art specialty chemical products.

Our portfolio includes more than 3,200 products. You, our customers, come from virtually every major sector. We develop intelligent solutions and innovative technologies for you.

Customer-oriented and innovative with a long-term vision, we aim to improve people’s quality of life around the world.

WACKER has joined Race to Zero, the UN’s carbon neutrality initiative. We want to pursue specific projects and measures to halve our greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and to ensure that how we work and make products achieves net-zero by 2045

This is how WACKER is shaping the future

We are a leading player and one of the world’s most research-intensive chemical companies. Our range of highly developed specialty products extends from silicones and polymeric binders and additives for a number of different industrial sectors, to bio-engineered pharmaceutical actives (biologics), and hyperpure silicon for semiconductor and solar applications. As a technology leader focused on sustainability, we promote innovations with high value-added potential. Our goal is to ensure a better quality of life for you and future generations – through health care, energy efficiency and protection of the climate and environment.

WACKERs contribution to sustainable business (SustainaBalance®)

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ELASTOSIL® LR 3040/60 A/B

Polymer Name:Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR)
Processing Methods:Injection Molding
End Uses:Household Goods, Automobile Door Seals
Features:Fast Curing, Pigmentable, Low VOC, Excellent Transparency Properties, Cost Effective, Good Electrical Properties, Tear Resistance, Good Mechanical Properties, Heat Stabilized, Food Contact Acceptable, Low Volatility
Tear Strength:12.0 - 12.0 kN/m

ELASTOSIL® LR 3040/60 A/B is a liquid silicone rubber from the ELASTOSIL® LR 3040 series. It is a paste-like, easily pigmentable, two-component compound with a very short curing time. The vulcanizates of this product are renowned for their high transparency as well as their exceptional mechanical and electrical properties. They are particularly noted for their high tear resistance according to DIN ISO 34-1 A (trousers) and ASTM D 624 B (crescent).

SEMICOSIL® HMN-EL

Functions:Adhesion Promoter, Silylating Agent
Chemical Family:Silicones
Applicable Processes:Chemical Amplification, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Photolithography
Features:Low Metal Content, Low Chloride Content
Synonyms:Bis(trimethylsilyl)ether, Bis(trimethylsilyl)oxide, Oxybis(trimethylsilane)

SEMICOSIL® HMN-EL is a high-purity hexamethyldisilazane specifically developed for use in photoresists for semiconductor manufacturing. It serves as an adhesion promoter and silylating agent in processes like chemical amplification. This product is characterized by its high purity, low metal content, low chloride content, and low residue on evaporation, ensuring optimal performance in semiconductor applications.

VINNAPAS® EP 756

Chemical Family:Vinyl Acetate Ethylene (VAE) Copolymer
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Fibers & Fabrics, Wood, Plastics, Paper
Features:Improved Cohesion, Low Viscosity, Good Chemical Stability, Frost Resistance

VINNAPAS® EP 756 is a vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymer dispersion with a low viscosity and low levels of formaldehyde and free VAM residue. It demonstrates excellent machinability and strong wet tack. Additionally, it offers good adhesion to various plastic surfaces, allowing for the creation of permanently flexible adhesive joints with high cohesion.

VINNOL® H 11/59

Chemical Family:Acrylics & Acrylates, Vinyls, Vinylics & Vinyl Derivatives
End Uses:Varnishes, Lacquers, Coil Coating
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Masonry, Wood, Leather
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg):75.0 - 75.0 °C
Features:Grease Resistant, Abrasion Resistance, Alkali Resistance, Oil Resistance, Improved Flexibility, Acid Resistance, Good Toughness, Physical Drying, Heat Resistance

VINNOL® H 11/59 is a copolymer composed of approximately 89 wt.% vinyl chloride (VC) and 11 wt.% vinyl acetate (VAc). Its primary application lies in serving as a binder for surface coating compounds and printing inks. As a thermoplastic and physically drying binder, VINNOL® H 11/59 undergoes a film-forming process when the solvent within the formulation evaporates.

SILRES® BS 1702

Functions:Water Repellent
Chemical Family:Siloxanes, Silanes
End Uses:Building Materials, Cement
Features:Water Resistance, Low Volatility, Excellent Penetration

SILRES® BS 1702 is a solvent-free mixture of silane and siloxane that can be applied either in undiluted form or diluted with organic solvents. It is specifically designed as a high-quality specialty water repellent for impregnating fiber cement. When applied to fiber cement, SILRES® BS 1702 acts as an effective water repellent, helping to protect the material from moisture absorption and potential damage caused by water.

ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/50 A/B

Polymer Name:Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR)
Processing Methods:Injection Molding
End Uses:Household Goods, Automobile Door Seals, Vibration Dampers, General Purpose, Batteries
Features:Pigmentable, Low VOC, Excellent Transparency Properties, Cost Effective, Good Electrical Properties, Good Mechanical Properties, General Purpose, Heat Stabilized, Food Contact Acceptable, Low Volatility, Fast Curing
Tear Strength:28.0 - 28.0 kN/m

ELASTOSIL® LR 3003/50 A/B is a liquid silicone rubber of the ELASTOSIL® LR 3003 series. It is a paste-like, easily pigmentable, two-component compound with short curing times. The vulcanizates of this product are renowned for their high transparency as well as their exceptional mechanical and electrical properties.

ELASTOSIL® Color Paste FL Orange RAL 050 60 80

Functions:Pigment
Color:Orange (Fluorescent)

ELASTOSIL® Color Paste FL Orange RAL 050 60 80 is a ready-to-use masterbatch that contains specific pigments and reactive silicone polymers. It is commonly used for producing ELASTOSIL® liquid silicone rubber. This color paste enables homogeneous covulcanization without significantly affecting the physical properties, such as hardness, and without the risk of migration often seen in systems based on silicone oil.

BELSIL® SDM 5055 VP

INCI Name:Stearyl Dimethicone
Functions:Protective Agent, Emollient
Labeling Claims:Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Cruelty-Free, Clean at Sephora
Certifications & Compliance:Cruelty-Free
Benefit Claims:Shine Enhancing, Moisturizing, Compatibility, Good Dry Combing, Substantivity, Transfer Resistant, Good Wet Combing, Spreadability, Volumizing, Skin Protection, Silky Feel, Non-Sticky, Water Repellency, Soft Feel, Viscosity Boosting, Smooth Feel

BELSIL® SDM 5055 VP is a silicone wax known as stearyl dimethicone, classified according to the CTFA (Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association) guidelines. It exhibits excellent compatibility with various cosmetic raw materials, including oils, waxes, fatty alcohols, and fatty acids.

SILRES® BS 1306

Functions:Water Repellent
Chemical Family:Silicones
Features:Water Resistance, Blocking Resistance, Excellent Processability
End Uses:Top Coat, Primer, Building Materials, Waterborne Coating

SILRES® BS 1306 is a solventless, water-thinnable emulsion of polysiloxane modified with functional silicone resin. It can also be used as a water-repellent primer, in which case it should be diluted with water at a ratio of 1 part SILRES® BS 1306 to 9 parts water. If the primer is required to strengthen the substrate, we recommend adding a polymer dispersion in hydrosol form.

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ELASTOSIL® M

Applications:Tooling & Moldmaking, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Equipment & Parts, Wallcoverings & Decorative Laminates, Ceiling Tiles, Structural Components, Building Materials, Flooring & Surfaces, Decorative Materials & Finishes, Luggage & Leather Goods, Tires, Interior, Automotive
Product Families:Silicone Elastomers, Specialty Elastomers
Chemical Family:Silicones
Polymer Name:Silicone Elastomer
End Uses:Mold Making, Modeling Material, Bathroom Accessories, Prototyping, Tires, Synthetic Leather, Automotive Interior Parts

ELASTOSIL® M silicone rubber has been the ideal solution for the production of molds that are highly elastic and have excellent release properties and optimum durability. These invaluable processing properties make ELASTOSIL® M indispensable, to both industrial and artisan mold makers.

SILFAR

Applications:Textile Manufacturing, Food & Beverage Packaging, Coated Paper & Paperboard, Oral, Cooking Oils & Fat Products, Food, Processing & Packaging, Drug Delivery & Care Solutions, Paper & Pulp, Textiles & Nonwovens, Packaging, Leather & Textiles, Agricultural Pest Control, Pest Control
Product Families:Formulation & Processing Aids, Excipients, Performance Additives, Finishing Additives & Treatments, Foam Control, Foaming & Antifoaming Aids, Additives, Functional Additives, Polymer Additives, Elastomer Additives, Paper & Pulp Chemicals, Textile & Leather Chemicals, Defoamers, Adjuvants & Formulation Ingredients
Chemical Family:Siloxanes, Silicones
End Uses:Gaskets, Textiles, Paper & Pulp, Frying Oil

SILFAR® is the name of WACKER’s range of silicone-based products specifically intended for the pharmaceutical and food industries, as well as for use in fermentation and other biotech processes. SILFAR® products feature outstanding chemical resistance. They are not resorbed in the digestive tract, and are therefore not metabolized. They are colorless and odorless.

CAVAQ10

Applications:Sports Nutrition, Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Oral, Nutrition & Well Being, Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Product Families:Enzymes & Starter Cultures, Vitamins, Antioxidants, Formulation & Processing Aids, Functional Additives, Nutrition & Fortification, Excipients, Nutraceuticals & Supplements
End Uses:Sports Nutrition, Functional Foods, Dietary Supplements

WACKER’s CAVAQ10® is a highly bioavailable coenzyme Q10 powder. This fat-soluble, vitamin-like substance is a known antioxidant. Coenzyme Q10 has been associated with improved cardiovascular health and supporting optimum fuctioning of the cardiac muscle. However, many commercial products do not offer adequate bioavailability. WACKER’s cyclodextrin-encapsulated CAVAQ10® powder, by contrast, has an 18-fold higher bioavailability compared to other CoQ10 products.

SILRES

Applications:Industrial Coatings, Tape & Label Adhesives, Tapes & Labels, Packaging & Paper, Tapes, Labels & Adhesives, Concrete Coatings & Stains, Building & Construction, EIFS & Insulation, Building Envelope & Roofing, Architectural Coatings, Repair & Rehabilitation, Plasters & Renders, Building Envelope, Building Materials, Infrastructure, Roads & Paving, Pavement, Highways, Roads & Bridges, Decorative Paints, Coatings & Stains, Decorative Paints, Decorative Materials & Finishes, Waterproofing & Weatherproofing, Shingles & Tiles, Ceiling Tiles, Wall Panels, Structural Components, Flooring & Surfaces, Coatings & Markings, Primers & Lacquers, Packaging Coatings, Floor Coatings, Housewares, Roof Coatings, Roofing, Wood Coatings & Finishes, Wood, Fillers, Levellers & Joints, Lighting, Automotive Lighting, Consumer Electronics, Automotive Electronics, Electrical & Electronic Systems, Appliances & Electronics, Automotive, Devices & Assemblies, Rail & Mass Transit, Marine, Powertrain & UTH, Transportation, Marine Coatings, Coatings & Finishes, Automotive & Transportation, Coil Coatings, Sensors & Actuators, Parts & Components, Metal Coatings, Appliances & Consumer Goods, Automotive OEM Coatings, Surface Care, Home Care
Product Families:Other Resins & Binders, Resins & Binders, Primers & Sealers, Surface Modifiers, Additives, Paints & Coatings, Cement & Concrete Additives, Construction Chemicals, Mortar & Gypsum Additives, Protective Coatings, Functional Additives, Concrete Admixtures, Construction Materials, Dispersing & Wetting Additives, Other Processing Additives, Processing Aids, Other Paints & Coatings, Performance Additives, Polymer Additives, Elastomer Additives, Thermoset Resins, Polymers & Resins, Chain Extenders & Crosslinkers, Monomers & Intermediates, Intermediates, Other Crop Protection & Pest Control Products, Crop Protection & Pest Control
Chemical Family:Siloxanes, Silicones, Silanes, Silicates, Silane-Terminated Polyether (STPE)
Polymer Name:Thermoset Silicone (Si)
End Uses:Powder Coating, Solventborne Coating, Clearcoat, Solventborne Sealant, Solventborne Adhesive, Pressure Sensitive Adhesive, Waterborne Coating, Primer, Building Materials, Top Coat, Concrete Admixtures, Solventless & High Solids Coating, Floor Tiles, Cement, Plasterboard, Plaster, Render, Asphalt, 1K (1 component) Coating, Sensors, Lighting Fixtures, Electric Motors, Epoxy Coating, 2K (2 component) Coating, Coil Coating, Resistors, Capacitors, Base Coat

The SILRES® brand comprises a wide range of silicones for coatings, paints and construction applications. The portfolio has been developed and continuously improved since the 1950's when the first silicone resins for building protection originated in WACKER laboratories. It features not only time-tested and innovative products, but also tailored solutions for a host of applications, climates and substrates. And it is supported by a range of extensive services available from our technical centers worldwide which provide further customization and customer-specific options.

CAVAMAX

Applications:Desserts & Fruit Preparations, Confectionery, Dairy, Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Savory & Culinary, Bakery, Food, Nutrition & Well Being, Oral, Drug Delivery & Care Solutions, Industrial Coatings, Fragrances & Perfumes, Beauty & Care
Product Families:Rheology Modifiers & Stabilizers, Functional Additives, Drift Control, Foam Markers & Thickeners, Carriers, Diluents, Solvents & Solubilizers, Additives, Adjuvants & Formulation Ingredients, Foaming & Antifoaming Aids, Dietary Fiber, Stabilizers, Emulsifiers, Nutrition & Fortification, Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Texture & Consistency, Solvents & Carriers, Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants, Flavors & Taste Maskers, Solvents & Solubilizers, Emulsifiers & Stabilizers, Functionals, Excipients, Cement & Concrete Additives, Aroma Ingredients, Construction Chemicals, Taste Modulation, Taste & Flavor
Chemical Family:Cyclodextrins
INCI Name:Alfadex, Citral, Gamma Cyclodextrin
End Uses:Top Coat, Coconut Milk, Dessert Toppings, Sauces, Mayonnaise, Dietary Supplements, Frostings, Icing, Building Materials, Fragrances & Perfumes, Gummies

CAVAMAX® is the trade name for cyclodextrins from WACKER. We are the only company in the world to manufacture all three naturally occurring cyclodextrins – α, β and γ (CAVAMAX® W6, W7 and W8). CAVAMAX® cyclodextrins have unique properties resulting in a wide range of functionalities, such as stabilization, rheology control, masking of bitterness or increasing bioavailability and much more. This paves the way for innovative food, pharma and industrial applications.

VINNAPAS

Applications:Technical Fabrics, Textile Manufacturing, Textiles & Nonwovens, Leather & Textiles, Fillers, Levellers & Joints, Shingles & Tiles, Flooring & Surfaces, Building Envelope & Roofing, Floor Coatings, Plasters & Renders, Waterproofing & Weatherproofing, Building Materials, Building & Construction, Flexible Packaging Adhesives, Case & Carton Sealing, Packaging & Paper, Tapes, Labels & Adhesives, Coated Paper & Paperboard, Wallcoverings & Decorative Laminates, Paper & Pulp, Decorative Materials & Finishes, Performance Flooring, Sealants & Caulks, Film & Foil Coatings, Construction Chemicals, Roofing, Packaging Coatings, Bookbinding, Bookbinding Adhesives, Repair & Rehabilitation, Infrastructure, Roads & Paving, EIFS & Insulation, Carpet & Upholstery, Carpet, Resin Manufacturing, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Primers & Lacquers, Construction Adhesives, Tape & Label Adhesives, Tapes & Labels, Wood Coatings & Finishes, Adhesives, Industrial Coatings, Wood Flooring, Leather Manufacturing, Finishing, Leather, Rail & Mass Transit, Transportation, Footwear, Textile & Footwear Adhesives, Industrial & Assembly Adhesives, Architectural Coatings, Building Envelope, Decorative Paints, Coatings & Stains, Decorative Paints, Wood, Gravure Printing, Printing & Inks, Wipes, Tissue & Towel, Personal Hygiene, Furniture Adhesives, Furniture, Luggage & Leather Goods, Structural Components, Roof Coatings
Product Families:Finishing Additives & Treatments, Textile & Leather Chemicals, Cement & Concrete Additives, Other Resins & Binders, Resins & Binders, Construction Chemicals, Primers & Sealers, Mortar & Gypsum Additives, Paints & Coatings, Paper & Pulp Chemicals, Surface Modifiers, Additives, Functional Additives, Thixotropes, Acrylics, Other Adhesives & Sealants, Adhesives & Sealants
Chemical Family:Vinyls, Vinylics & Vinyl Derivatives, Styrene-Acrylic Copolymer, Acrylics & Acrylates, Styrenics, Ethylene Copolymer, Vinyl Acetate Ethylene (VAE) Copolymer, Methacrylates, Vinyl Esters, Vinyl Chloride-Ethylene-Vinyl Laurate Terpolymer, Silicones, Polyvinyl Acetates (PVA), Vinyl Acetate-Vinyl Laurate Copolymer, Vinyl Acetate-Crotonic Acid Copolymer, Acetates, Polyacrylates, Non-Ionics
End Uses:1K (1 Component) Adhesive, Floor Tiles, Cement, Tile Adhesive, Primer, Extrusion Coating, Paper & Pulp, 1K (1 component) Coating, Wall Putty, Cement Admixtures, Skim Coat, 2K (2 component) Coating, Top Coat, Base Coat, Pressure Sensitive Adhesive, Textiles, Lacquers, Solventborne Coating, Hot Melt Adhesive, Plaster, Render, Waterborne Adhesive, Solventless & High Solids Coating, Waterborne Sealant, Latex, Masonry Mortar, Intumescent Coating, Solventborne Sealant, Solventborne Adhesive

VINNAPAS® is WACKER’s brand name for a versatile range of polymer-based dispersions, powders and resins that are used to improve the properties and performance of products in a wide range of industries. The portfolio has been continuously improved and optimized since the 1950s. Thus, VINNAPAS® products set the standard and are leading in many applications.

ELASTOSIL® RT

Applications:Consumer Electronics, Appliances & Electronics, Sports & Recreation, Devices & Assemblies, Adhesives & Sealants, Potting Compounds, Packaging & Assembly, Tooling & Moldmaking, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Sensors & Actuators, Electrical & Electronic Systems, Automotive, Parts & Components, Power & Utilities, Power, Water & Utilities, Fuel Systems, Equipment & Parts, Batteries, Automotive Electronics, Automotive Lighting, Housewares, Housings & Enclosures, Powertrain & UTH, Cooling & Climate, Lighting
Product Families:Silicone Elastomers, Specialty Elastomers, Encapsulants, Adhesives & Sealants, Caulks & Sealants, Other Adhesives & Sealants, Processing Aids, Elastomer Additives
Chemical Family:Silicones
Polymer Name:Silicone Elastomer
End Uses:Toys, Computer Components, Mold Making, Automotive Electronics, Gaskets

BELSIL

Applications:Bath & Shower, Hair Care, Beauty & Care, Sun Care, Skin Care, Color Cosmetics, AP/Deo, Wipes, Tissue & Towel, Personal Hygiene, Nail Care, Baby Care
Product Families:Hair Actives, Conditioners & Emollients, Cosmetic Actives, Functionals, Film Formers, Rheology Modifiers, Solvents & Carriers, Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants, Stabilizers, Texturizers & Fillers, Visual Modifiers, Skin Actives
Chemical Family:Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA)
INCI Name:Amodimethicone, Trideceth-10, Cetrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone/Morpholinomethyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer, Trideceth-12, Laureth-9, C11-15 Pareth-7, Trideceth-5, C26-28 Alkyl Dimethicone, C26-28 Alkyl Methicone, Dimethicone, Bis-Hydroxy/Methoxy/Methyl Amodimethicone Crosspolymer, Disiloxane, Dimethiconol, Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Aqua, Laureth-23, TEA-C8-10 Alkyl Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Laureth-4, Sorbitan Laurate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, PEG/PPG-25/25 Dimethicone, Bis-PEG-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Crotonic Acid/Vinyl C8-12 Isoalkyl Esters/VA/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone, Lauryl Phenylisopropyl Methicone, PEG/PPG-20/20 Phenylisopropyl Caprylyl Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polyphenylsilsesquioxane, Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside, Vinyldimethyl/Trimethylsiloxysilicate Stearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearyl Dimethicone, Stearyl Alcohol, Bis-Stearoxydimethylsilane
End Uses:Hair Creams, Hair Serums, Hair Masks, Hair Styling Products, Shampoos & Rinses, Hair Conditioner, Hair Treatment & Repair, Hair Spray, Sunscreen Cream, After Sun Products, Mascara, Lipstick, Foundation, Sunscreen Lotion, Deodorants, Wet Wipes, Shower Gels, Compact Powder, BB Creams, Concealer, Hair Oil, Nail Polish, Baby Lotion, Night Creams, Eye Shadow, CC Cream, Body Wash, Hair Gel, Dry Shampoos, Lip Gloss

BELSIL® is an extensive range of premium-grade silicones intended specifically for personal care applications, and more especially for hair care, skin care, color cosmetics, and deodorants. BELSIL® products are developed and manufactured in the highest quality and with utmost care, ensuring that the formulations are highly efficient and reliable. With BELSIL®, you can tailor your hair-care or skin-care formulations or color cosmetics to obtain end products that are not only competitive but also meet the needs of the market.

CAVACURMIN

Applications:Sports Nutrition, Confectionery, Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Functional Foods, Oral, Food, Nutrition & Well Being, Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Product Families:Supplements & Functional Ingredients, Functional Ingredients, Nutrition & Fortification, Nutraceuticals & Supplements
End Uses:Nutritional Bars, Gummies, Sports Nutrition, Dietary Supplements, Functional Foods

CAVACURMIN® is a highly bioavailable curcumin complex that is around 40 times more efficiently absorbed than standard turmeric extract. The complexation with the naturally occurring oligasaccharide gamma-cyclodextrin results in a free-flowing, easily dispersible powder.

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