Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Ashland Advantage AM831 Defoamer

Ashland Advantage AM831 Defoamer is a high-performance silicone-based antifoam agent designed for demanding aqueous industrial processes. Part of Ashland’s Advantage series, AM831 delivers rapid knockdown and lasting foam suppression in coatings, adhesives, and cleaning formulations. Its optimized hydrophobe balance ensures excellent compatibility, stability, and low-foaming efficiency without compromising product clarity or performance.
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Features Of Ashland Advantage AM831 Defoamer

  1. Highly effective silicone-based defoamer for rapid foam knockdown and long-term foam suppression.

  2. Excellent compatibility with water-based systems, including acrylics, vinyl acetate copolymers, and styrene-butadiene emulsions.

  3. Low dosage efficiency—effective at 0.05–0.3 wt% in most formulations.

  4. Thermally stable up to 120°C, maintaining performance during high-shear mixing and elevated-temperature processing.

  5. Non-yellowing and non-staining, preserving clarity and color integrity in sensitive coatings and adhesives.

Typical Applications Of Ashland Advantage AM831 Defoamer

  1. Architectural and industrial waterborne paints and coatings.

  2. Adhesives and sealants, especially pressure-sensitive and construction-grade formulations.

  3. Textile and leather finishing auxiliaries.

  4. Water-based inks and overprint varnishes.

  5. Construction chemicals such as cementitious tile adhesives and grouts.

Specifications Of Ashland Advantage AM831 Defoamer

Chemical TypeSilicone-polyether copolymer dispersion
Product FormWhite to off-white viscous liquid
AppearanceOpaque, homogeneous dispersion
pH (1% aqueous dilution)6.0–7.5
Specific Gravity (25°C)1.02–1.06 g/cm³
Viscosity (Brookfield RV, 25°C, Spindle #3, 20 rpm)3,000–6,000 cP
Primary ApplicationsWaterborne coatings, adhesives, construction chemicals, textiles
Key FeaturesRapid foam collapse, low-foam re-entrainment, broad compatibility, easy dispersion


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