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WACKER® E 3157 is a nonionic oil-in-water emulsion of a medium-viscosity polydimethylsiloxane dispersed in water. The emulsion remains stable even in diluted form under shear stress and offers excellent wetting and spreading properties. It can be easily incorporated into cold-stirred formulations. WACKER® E 3157 is particularly suitable for formulating paint and vinyl conditioners.

CAS Number: 9006-65-9

Functions: Lubricant, Release Agent

Chemical Family: Non-Ionics, Silicones, Siloxanes

Labeling Claims: Odor-free

Synonyms: Dimethicone

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
9006-65-9
EC No.
618-433-4

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Home Care Applications
Applications
  • Paint & Plastic Polishes
  • Slip Emulsions for Printing
Application Details
  • WACKER® E 3157 can be used for the formulation of release agents in rubber processing. Furthermore, the emulsion is suitable best for the formulation of paint and vinyl conditioners.
  • The polydimethylsiloxane ingredient supports an easy polishing of the conditioner formulations and improves the brightness.
  • In rotary offset printing, WACKER® E 3157 improves the heat resistance of the paper web and reduces its sensitivity to shear.
  • WACKER® E 3157 bestows good antiblocking properties on the paper web making it resistant to mechanical stress and letting it glide over the rollers very easily.
  • WACKER® E 3157 has to be stirred well before use.

Properties

Color
Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Emulsifier TypeNon-ionic
Particle Sizemax. 350 nm
pH6.0 - 9.0Indicator strips
Solid Content61.0 - 65.0 %Microwave oven

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Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • Middle East
  • North America
  • Oceania