Polyether modified silicone oil, as a kind of modified silicone oil, contains hydrophobic groups and hydrophilic groups in its molecular structure, which makes it have the characteristics of surfactants, and therefore has a wide range of applications in many fields.
The main application areas of polyether modified silicone oil include:
Textile industry:
Polyether modified silicone oil is used as a softener and lubricant in the textile industry, which can significantly improve the feel and durability of textiles while reducing friction damage during processing. Especially suitable for underwear, bed sheets, towels and other fabrics, not only soft, but also have the function of absorbent sweat, more comfortable to wear.
Cosmetics Industry:
In the field of cosmetics, polyether modified silicone oil is widely used in the production of cream products, which has the effect of lubricating skin, moisturizing and anti-wrinkle. At the same time, because of its good emulsification and stability, it is also often used as a plasticizer for hair styling products.
Plastics and Coatings industry:
In the plastics industry, polyether modified silicone oil can be added to plastics as an internal additive for the production of drip-free film greenhouses, which play the role of anti-fog and improve light transmission. In the field of coatings, it is used as a leveling agent and defoamer, which can reduce the internal friction and stress of the coating and improve the leveling and appearance of the coating.
In the agricultural sector:
In agriculture, polyether modified silicone oil can be used to produce the wetting-spreading agent of herbicide glyphosate, improve the drug effect and reduce public hazards.
Other industrial sectors:
Polyether modified silicone oil is also used in the production of high-efficiency cutting fluid, high-grade cleaning agent, polyurethane foaming agent and so on. In the process of polyurethane foaming, it is used as a levelling agent to make the cell fine and uniform. In addition, it is a key ingredient in the formulation of self-emulsifying defoamer and delayed coking defoamer for the oil refining industry.
To sum up, polyether modified silicone oil plays an important role in many industries with its unique properties and wide application fields. With the continuous progress of technology and the continuous growth of demand, its application prospects will be broader.
