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

BASF FoamStar SI 2201 Defoamer

BASF FoamStar SI 2201 Defoamer is a silicone-based, water-dispersible defoaming agent designed for aqueous industrial systems. It delivers rapid foam knock-down and long-term foam suppression in coatings, adhesives, and cleaning formulations. Compatible with low-VOC and high-solids systems, it ensures excellent compatibility and minimal surface defects without affecting gloss or substrate wetting.
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Features Of BASF FoamStar SI 2201 Defoamer

  1. Highly effective silicone-based defoamer for rapid foam knock-down in demanding aqueous systems.

  2. Excellent compatibility and long-term stability in anionic, nonionic, and zwitterionic surfactant formulations.

  3. Low dosage efficiency — delivers reliable defoaming performance at concentrations as low as 0.05–0.3 wt%.

  4. Minimal impact on product clarity, viscosity, and surface properties of end formulations.

  5. Compliant with major global regulatory frameworks including REACH and FDA 21 CFR §175.300 for indirect food contact applications.

Typical Applications Of BASF FoamStar SI 2201 Defoamer

  1. Architectural coatings (e.g., interior/exterior paints, primers, and texture finishes).

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings and protective coatings for metal and concrete substrates.

  3. Adhesives and sealants, particularly waterborne acrylic and PVA-based systems.

  4. Construction chemicals including cementitious mortars, tile adhesives, and self-leveling compounds.

  5. Household and industrial cleaning formulations requiring controlled foaming behavior.

Specifications Of BASF FoamStar SI 2201 Defoamer

Chemical TypeSilicone oil-in-water emulsion
Product FormWhite to off-white liquid
AppearanceOpaque, slightly viscous emulsion
pH (1% aqueous dispersion)6.0 – 8.0
Specific Gravity (20 °C)1.00 – 1.04 g/cm³
Viscosity (Brookfield LV, 25 °C, spindle #3, 20 rpm)150 – 500 mPa·s
Active Content20 – 24 wt%
Storage Stability (unopened, 5–30 °C)≥ 12 months


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