SP-008 Hydrophilic Softener
Organofunctional Silicone
Properties
- Provides excellent softness.
- Provides excellent hydrophilicity.
- Creates a high pH-stable emulsion.
- Compatible with stain-release finishes.
Description
SP-008 is an excellent hydrophilic softener that offers balanced performance for demanding textile applications. It contains virtually no solvents or volatile organic compounds, making it environmentally friendly.
It maintains the natural absorbency of cellulosic substrates and their blends, while imparting hydrophilicity to most synthetic substrates. The hydrophilic properties remain unaffected by fabric aging or extreme drying conditions.
SP-008 exhibits exceptional stability across a broad pH range, shear stability, and compatibility with baths containing common textile chemicals like optical brighteners and residual electrolytes.
Application
The recommended application dose is 0.5% to 1% of SP-008 on the weight of the fabric for conventional finishing applications. Emulsions based on SP-008 are slightly cationic and are suitable for application by padding or exhaustion.