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Clariant Genamin S 080 is a non-ionic amine ethoxylate wetting agent under Clariant, composed of stearoyl fatty acid with 8 ethylene oxide groups as the core, 100% active ingredients, suitable for various surfactant compound systems. It has both wetting and auxiliary functions, strong water hardness adaptability and good chemical resistance, serving as a universal high-efficiency additive in industrial and personal care field
Wide non-ionic compatibility - Fully compatible with non-ionic and cationic surfactants, suitable for multi-systems
Water hardness insensitivity - Stable performance under different water hardness, not affected by water quality
Strong chemical resistance - Stable to most chemicals at common concentrations, suitable for complex formulations
100% active and efficient - Undiluted full-effect ingredients, ideal effect at low dosage
Diversified auxiliary functions - With emulsification, dispersion and other auxiliary effects, simplify formula systems
Industrial cleaning products - Metal cleaning agents, industrial degreasers, improve wetting and decontamination ability
Agricultural adjuvants - Pesticide emulsifiable concentrates, suspensions, enhance liquid adhesion and penetration
Personal care products - Shower gels, facial cleansers, optimize wetting experience during cleaning
Textile auxiliary systems - Fiber pre-treatment agents, improve fiber wetting and chemical absorption
Coating additives - Water-based coatings, assist pigment wetting and dispersion to enhance application performance
| Brand | Clariant |
| Chemical Type | Non-ionic amine ethoxylate wetting agent |
| Chemical Composition | Stearoyl fatty acid with 8 EO (100% active ingredients) |
| Product Form | Liquid |
| Ionicity | Non-ionic |
| Active Ingredient Content | 100% |
| EO Number | 8 |
| REACH Status | Exempt due to polymer status |
| Surface Tension (0.1% aqueous solution) | 30-35 mN/m (typical value) |
| Density (20°C) | 0.95-0.98 g/cm³ |
Q1: What is the primary function of Genamin S 080 in industrial formulations?
A: Genamin S 080 is a cationic surfactant designed to reduce surface tension and improve substrate wetting—especially on low-energy or hydrophobic surfaces—enabling faster and more uniform spreading, penetration, and coating performance in aqueous systems.
Q2: Is Genamin S 080 compatible with anionic surfactants or common co-formulants?
A: Due to its cationic nature, Genamin S 080 is generally incompatible with anionic surfactants and may form insoluble complexes; it performs best in non-ionic or cationic-dominated systems. Compatibility testing with specific formulation components is recommended before full-scale integration.
Q3: In which types of applications is Genamin S 080 most commonly used?
A: It is widely employed in industrial cleaning agents, metalworking fluids, textile auxiliaries, and specialty coatings where rapid wetting of challenging substrates—such as plastics, metals, or treated fabrics—is critical for process efficiency and end-product quality.
Q4: How should Genamin S 080 be incorporated into a formulation?
A: It is typically added during the aqueous phase mixing stage, often after pH adjustment and before addition of sensitive ingredients. Dosage depends on formulation requirements but generally ranges from 0.1% to 2% by weight of the final product, with optimization based on substrate, water hardness, and desired wetting speed.
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