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

BASF Efka 2580 Defoamer

BASF Efka 2580 Defoamer is a high-performance silicone-free defoaming agent from BASF’s Efka additive series, designed for water-based coatings and inks. It delivers rapid foam elimination, excellent compatibility, and long-term stability without affecting gloss or substrate wetting. Widely used in architectural paints, industrial coatings, and flexographic inks.
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Features Of BASF Efka 2580 Defoamer

  1. Highly effective silicone-free defoamer for water-based systems.

  2. Excellent compatibility with acrylic, styrene-acrylic, and vinyl acetate copolymer dispersions.

  3. Low dosage requirement ensures cost efficiency without compromising performance.

  4. Provides rapid foam knock-down and strong long-term foam suppression.

  5. Non-yellowing and does not affect gloss or film integrity in final coatings.

Typical Applications Of BASF Efka 2580 Defoamer

  1. Architectural paints and interior/exterior wall coatings.

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings and protective finishes.

  3. Adhesives and construction sealants (water-based formulations).

  4. Printing inks, especially flexographic and gravure inks.

  5. Textile and leather finishing auxiliaries.

Specifications Of BASF Efka 2580 Defoamer

Chemical TypeMineral oil-based defoamer with hydrophobic silica
Product FormLiquid emulsion
AppearanceWhite to off-white opaque liquid
pH (1% aqueous dispersion)6.0 – 8.0
Specific Gravity (20 °C)0.95 – 0.99 g/cm³
Viscosity (25 °C, Brookfield LV, Spindle #3, 6 rpm)500 – 2,000 mPa·s
Primary ApplicationsWater-based architectural and industrial coatings, adhesives, inks
Key FeaturesSilicone-free, low-odor, easy dispersion, non-sensitizing


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