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

Dow AFE-0050 Defoamer

Dow AFE-0050 Defoamer is a silicone-free, water-dispersible antifoam agent from Dow’s AFE series, designed for high-efficiency foam control in demanding industrial processes like coatings, adhesives, and cleaning formulations. It offers rapid knockdown, lasting suppression, and excellent compatibility with aqueous systems without compromising clarity or performance.
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  • dow afe 0050 defoamer_9c0e4280

Features Of Dow AFE-0050 Defoamer

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

  2. Excellent compatibility and stability in low-surface-tension formulations, including those containing surfactants and solvents.

  3. Low dosage efficiency—effective at concentrations as low as 0.01–0.1 wt% depending on system conditions.

  4. Non-staining and non-hazing, preserving clarity and appearance of final products.

  5. Resistant to shear degradation, maintaining performance under high-agitation processing conditions.

Typical Applications Of Dow AFE-0050 Defoamer

  1. Water-based architectural coatings and industrial paints.

  2. Adhesives and sealants manufacturing processes.

  3. Textile auxiliaries, including dyeing and finishing baths.

  4. Industrial cleaning formulations and metalworking fluids.

  5. Agrochemical concentrates and spray tank mixes.

Specifications Of Dow AFE-0050 Defoamer

Chemical TypeSilicone emulsion (polydimethylsiloxane-based)
Product FormOpaque white liquid emulsion
AppearanceHomogeneous, slightly viscous liquid
pH (1% aqueous dilution)6.0–8.0
Specific Gravity (25°C)0.98–1.02 g/cm³
Viscosity (Brookfield, #3 spindle, 20 rpm, 25°C)500–1,500 cP
Primary ApplicationsCoatings, adhesives, textiles, cleaning, agrochemicals
Key FeaturesRapid foam control, broad compatibility, low-foaming profile


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