Products

Wacker Chemie Methyl Acetate (MetAc) 97% is a clear, colorless liquid with a mild, ester-like odor. It is produced continuously, with a capacity of several thousand metric tons per year. It has undergone full registration under REACH. This product serves as a solvent in detergent, adhesive, paint, and coating applications.

ELASTOSIL® LR 3005/60 A/B is a liquid silicone rubber of the ELASTOSIL® LR 3005 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. Due to the excellent compression set, there is no need to post-cure technical parts.

CAVAMAX® W6 FOOD is a food grade alpha-cyclodextrin from Wacker Chemie AG. With 6 glucose units CAVAMAX® W6 FOOD has the smallest cavity of the native cyclodextrins. The ring-shaped oligosaccharide is produced enzymatically from plant starch. Through its unique properties, CAVAMAX® W6 FOOD provides several useful functionalities, e.g. emulsifying and foam stabilizing, for creating innovative food solutions. Synonyms: alpha-cyclodextrin, cyclohexaamylose, cyclomaltohexaose

ELASTOSIL® R Plus 4360/60 MH is a two-component, high consistency silicone rubber specifically designed for the manufacture of extruded articles. The vulcanizates produced using this silicone rubber exhibit excellent elasticity (rebound resilience) and demonstrate good tear resistance. In comparison to other platinum curing grades like the ELASTOSIL® R plus 4305 series, ELASTOSIL® R Plus 4360/60 MH showcases improved physical resistance.

DEHESIVE® 953 is a solvent-based, addition-crosslinkable silicone ideal for release coatings. It cures quickly, provides excellent release stability, and has a long bath life. It can be used for coating PE-laminated paper and paper, as well as thermoplastic films such as polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP).

POWERSIL® GEL C 670 A/B is a two-component, addition-curing silicone mixture that cures at room temperature to a soft silicone gel. The gel is filled with a special lightweight filler, resulting in low density and compressibility. This unique compressibility makes the material suitable for applications in closed instruments without pressure compensation containers.

ELASTOSIL® M 4635 A/B is a room-temperature-curing silicone rubber (RTV-2) that is pourable and utilizes addition-curing. It consists of two components and vulcanizes at room temperature. The main application of ELASTOSIL® M 4635 A/B is in making molds for concrete casting. This grade is also compliant with FDA and BfR regulations for food contact applications.

BELSIL® W 3230 is a blend of dimethicone and stearoxy-modified polydimethylsiloxane. It is a white wax that offers effective protection against aqueous media. In skin care formulations, BELSIL® W 3230 creates a protective barrier, providing moisturizing benefits. It imparts a non-greasy, soft, velvety feel to the skin and exhibits excellent compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic raw materials. In color cosmetic formulations, it enhances gloss and brilliance, contributing to a more lustrous appearance.

BELSIL® DM 50 is a linear, non-reactive, unmodified polydimethylsiloxane. It is characterized by low surface tension and a high spreading coefficient. Due to their flexible polymer backbone, dimethicones have high permeability to gasses such as water vapor and oxygen, enabling the skin to breathe.

ELASTOSIL® LR 3843/30 A/B is an oil-bleeding liquid silicone rubber from the ELASTOSIL® LR 3843 series. It is a paste-like, easily pigmentable, two-component product with short curing times. Shortly after the curing process, a thin oil film with lubricating properties forms on the surface of the vulcanizates. The vulcanizates are opaque and exhibit good mechanical and electrical properties, as well as very low compression sets.

SILPURAN® 6000/40 A/B is a paste-like, easily pigmentable two-component compound with short curing times. Its vulcanizates are noted for their high transparency and excellent mechanical and electrical properties. SILPURAN® 6000/40 A/B is designed for medical applications in compliance with the Wacker Silicones Health Care Policy, including implantation for less than 30 days.

ELASTOSIL® LR 3842/70 A/B is a low-oil-bleeding liquid silicone rubber from the ELASTOSIL® LR 3842 series. It is a paste-like, easily  pigmentable, two-component product with short curing times. Shortly after the curing process, a thin oil film with lubricating properties forms on the surface of the vulcanizates. The vulcanizates are opaque and exhibit good mechanical and electrical properties, as well as very low compression sets.

ELASTOSIL® N9111 Black is a non-slump, alkoxy-cure, one-part silicone that cures at room temperature under the influence of atmospheric moisture and exhibits excellent adhesion to many substrates. Fully cured ELASTOSIL® N9111 Black has excellent flame retardant properties and shows long-term stability against weathering, moisture, and sunlight.

ELASTOSIL® R 101/65 OH is a high-consistency silicone rubber (HCR). Vulcanizates cured with peroxide made from this compound exhibit a unique combination of characteristics. They are known for their very high rebound resilience and elasticity. The compound can be easily pigmented with ELASTOSIL® Color Paste PT and has good processing characteristics.

SILFOAM® SC 120 is an anhydrous antifoam compound known for its low viscosity, making it easier to handle compared to high-viscosity alternatives. It demonstrates exceptional resistance to alkaline environments, showcasing its versatility in various applications. The excellent alkali resistance of SILFOAM® SC 120 further enhances its suitability for a wide range of uses.

ELASTOSIL® AUX Replasticizer 4 is a ready-to-use silicone rubber additive that helps to replastify heavily crepe-hardened solid silicone rubber compounds. Depending on the degree of crepe-hardening, a dosage of 1 - 3 % is recommended. This product has a paste consistency and can easily be incorporated into ELASTOSIL® R and R Plus compounds.

ELASTOSIL® P 7684/60 A/B is an addition-curing RTV-2 silicone rubber curing to a silicone elastomer of low hardness. It exhibits a fast cure at room temperature, which can be considerably accelerated by the application of heat. This product can be used for molding applications in prosthetics.

ELASTOSIL® E47 Transparent is a non-slump, one-component acetoxy-cure silicone rubber that cures at room temperature under the influence of atmospheric moisture. It shows particularly excellent adhesion to cured silicone elastomers. Vulcanization can be accelerated by elevated temperatures (up to 80°C).

WACKER® Finish CT 51 L is a solvent-based silicone rubber solution specifically designed for fine coatings on textile substrates. It enables the application of fine coatings with a weight as low as < 5 g/m². This product offers high water columns and low air permeability, resulting in excellent performance. Additionally, it exhibits exceptional layer-to-layer adhesion when multiple coating layers are applied.

WACKER® Finish WR 210 is a reactively modified aminofunctional polydimethylsiloxane for use in non-yellowing and moisture-neutral textile finishing. WACKER® Finish WR 210 is particularly suitable as an active substance in softener formulations for the impregnation of fibers and textiles. WACKER® Finish WR 210 imparts a soft, drapable, and elastic touch to woven and knitted fabrics.

HDK® V16D is a synthetic, hydrophilic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. The product is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® V16D finds its application as a thickening and thixotropic agent in silicone sealants.

SILPURAN® 2130 A/B is a two-component, addition-curing silicone composition that cures to a soft silicone adhesive. It belongs to the silicone gel category. SILPURAN® 2130 A/B can be used as a skin adhesive in medical applications. It has good adhesive properties that can be adjusted to suit specific requirements. Increasing the proportion of component A results in a softer vulcanizate and increased tackiness.

ELASTOSIL® SOLAR 3210 A/B is a pourable addition-curing RTV-2 silicone rubber specifically designed for coating, lamination, encapsulation, and molding applications. This product undergoes vulcanization at both room temperature and under heat, resulting in a transparent silicone rubber with excellent transmission properties and a moderate hardness. Cured ELASTOSIL® SOLAR 3210 A/B exhibits exceptional long-term stability against weathering, moisture, and UV light. It can withstand constantly changing climatic conditions, UV radiation, and temperatures up to 180 °C (356 °F) without any damage to the silicone elastomer.

ELASTOSIL® Color Paste PT Heliogreen RAL 6004 is a ready-to-use masterbatch comprising specific pigments and reactive silicone polymers that are commonly used to produce ELASTOSIL® high-consistency silicone rubber. This ensures a homogeneous covulcanization of the color paste without significant impairment of the physical properties (e.g. hardness) and without migration, as may be observed for systems based on silicone oil.

SILRES® BS 1802 is an admixture for the integral waterproofing of fresh concrete in its undiluted form. Additionally, it can be utilized as a water-resisting admixture for non-load-bearing manufactured concrete products. SILRES® BS 1802 effectively prolongs the service life of concrete structures by inhibiting the alkali-silica reaction (ASR).

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.

SEMICOSIL® 950 UV B is used in combination with SEMICOSIL® 949 UV A as a sprayable, addition-curing, 2-part silicone rubber of low viscosity that cures extremely fast after activation by UV light exposure to a soft silicone elastomer. The applied mixture offers a process control option by UV light (it contains a UV tracer).

ELASTOSIL® Color Paste FL Red RAL 3000 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® PF 200 is a versatile phenyl-modified polydimethylsiloxane. Its chemical structure has been meticulously crafted to offer several desirable advantages, including a high refractive index, amphiphilicity, a soft feel, and effortless emulsifiability. It finds application in various cosmetic formulations, with a particular focus on hair care products and color cosmetics, owing to its ability to enhance shine.

SILRES® H60 A/B is a liquid, solvent-free, two-part phenyl silicone resin formulation. The product is a modification of the well-established SILRES® H62 C and is thus ideal for impregnating the electrical coils of motors. Besides, SILRES® H60 A/B can be used to provide hydrophobic properties to porous materials and as a binder for composites made of fibrous fillers, cloths, and woven or non-woven reinforcing materials. Fully cured SILRES® H60 A/B has excellent electrical insulation properties and outstanding long-term heat resistance. Additionally, it shows high stability against weathering, moisture, and UV light and can therefore be continuously exposed to constantly changing climatic conditions or UV radiation.

ELASTOSIL® Color Paste PT Orange RAL 2004 is a ready-to-use masterbatch comprising specific pigments and reactive silicone polymers that are commonly used to produce ELASTOSIL® high-consistency silicone rubber. This ensures a homogeneous covulcanization of the color paste without significant impairment of the physical properties (e.g. hardness) and without migration, as may be observed for systems based on silicone oil.

ELASTOSIL® R 701/60 OH is a high-consistency silicone rubber (HCR) grade for extrusion and molding applications. The compound is recommended for all kinds of seals that come into contact with mineral oil. ELASTOSIL® R 701/60 OH is used especially when low compression set is crucial for achieving good seal properties. The compound may also be used for making a high-quality silicone-rubber-covered roller.

WACKER® E 110 is a nonionic macroemulsion of nonreactive polydimethylsiloxane. It is primarily used for treating fibers and textiles, either alone in aqueous dilution or in combination with organic softeners. Before mixing with organic softeners, a compatibility test is recommended. WACKER® E 110 serves as a sewing thread lubricant for polyester yarns used on high-speed sewing machines, reducing friction between the fibers.

ELASTOSIL® R 401/20 OH is a high-consistency silicone rubber (HCR). Vulcanizates cured with peroxide made from this compound exhibit a unique combination of characteristics. They are known for their good flexibility, high transparency, and mechanical properties. The compounds can be easily pigmented with ELASTOSIL® Color Paste PT and have good processing characteristics. ELASTOSIL® R 401/20 OH serves as a low-duro base, offering acceptable to good mechanical properties and good processing properties. It is also suitable as a blending component to soften ELASTOSIL® silicone rubber compounds.

ELASTOSIL® R 401/60 KX is a high-consistency silicone rubber (HCR). Vulcanizates cured with peroxide made from this compound exhibit a unique combination of characteristics. It is noted for its good flexibility, high transparency, and mechanical properties. The compound is easily pigmented with ELASTOSIL® Color Paste PT and has good processing characteristics.

VINNEX® 8803 is an innovative compound made from a vinyl acetate/vinyl laurate copolymer and polyvinyl acetate. It is a colorless, tasteless, and odorless thermoplastic resin that comes in a dosable form and can be easily melted. This product is specifically recommended as a highly efficient, low-profile additive for fiber-reinforced composites and polymer concrete-type applications. It also demonstrates excellent compatibility with biopolyesters such as PLA.