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

Dow APW-4248 Defoamer

Dow APW-4248 Defoamer is a silicone-free, water-based antifoam agent from Dow’s APW series, designed for high-efficiency foam control in demanding aqueous industrial processes like coatings, adhesives, and cleaning formulations. It offers rapid knockdown, excellent stability, and low dosage efficiency without compromising substrate compatibility or clarity.
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Features Of Dow APW-4248 Defoamer

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

  2. Excellent compatibility with anionic, nonionic, and cationic surfactants commonly used in industrial formulations.

  3. Low dosage efficiency—effective at concentrations as low as 0.05–0.3% w/w in most applications.

  4. Thermally stable up to 120°C, maintaining performance under elevated process temperatures.

  5. Non-yellowing and low-volatility formulation suitable for sensitive coating and adhesive applications.

Typical Applications Of Dow APW-4248 Defoamer

  1. Architectural and industrial waterborne paints and coatings.

  2. Adhesives and sealants manufacturing, especially acrylic and PVA-based systems.

  3. Textile printing pastes and pigment dispersions.

  4. Construction chemicals including cementitious grouts and tile adhesives.

  5. Agrochemical formulations such as suspension concentrates (SC) and emulsifiable concentrates (EC).

Specifications Of Dow APW-4248 Defoamer

Chemical TypeSilicone-polyether copolymer dispersion
Product FormWhite to off-white opaque liquid
AppearanceHomogeneous, slightly viscous liquid
Primary ApplicationsWaterborne coatings, adhesives, construction chemicals, agrochemicals
Key FeaturesRapid foam suppression, broad compatibility, low-foaming during storage
BenefitsImproved process efficiency, enhanced product clarity, reduced surface defects
pH (1% aqueous dilution)6.0–7.5
Specific Gravity (25°C)1.02–1.05 g/cm³


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