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

DOW DOWSIL 2188 Softener Silicone Softener

DOW DOWSIL 2188 Softener is a premium silicone-based textile softener from Dow’s DOWSIL series, delivering exceptional fabric hand feel, hydrophobicity, and thermal stability. It ensures uniform application, excellent wash-fastness, and compatibility with common auxiliaries. Widely used in polyester, cotton, and blends for durable softness without compromising breathability or dye fastness.
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  • dow dowsil 2188 softener silicone softener_1dded750

Features Of DOW DOWSIL 2188 Softener Silicone Softener

  1. Offers exceptional softness and silkiness on natural and synthetic textile fibers without compromising breathability.

  2. Provides excellent wash durability and maintains performance through multiple laundering cycles.

  3. Compatible with common textile auxiliaries, including anionic and nonionic agents, enabling flexible formulation integration.

  4. Delivers low yellowing tendency and high thermal stability during curing and subsequent fabric processing.

  5. Environmentally optimized silicone emulsion with low APEO content, supporting sustainable textile finishing.

Typical Applications Of DOW DOWSIL 2188 Softener Silicone Softener

  1. Cotton and cotton-blend apparel fabrics for enhanced hand feel in t-shirts, denim, and loungewear.

  2. Home textiles including bed linens, towels, and bathrobes requiring plush, skin-friendly softness.

  3. Nonwovens used in hygiene products such as baby wipes and facial tissues where gentle tactile properties are critical.

  4. Technical textiles for automotive interiors (e.g., seat covers, headliners) demanding durability and comfort.

Specifications Of DOW DOWSIL 2188 Softener Silicone Softener

Chemical TypeAmino-functional silicone emulsion
Product FormStable aqueous emulsion
AppearanceOpaque white to off-white liquid
pH (1% aqueous solution)5.5 – 6.5
Active Content30 ± 1 wt%
Viscosity (Brookfield, #3 spindle, 25°C)1,500 – 4,000 cP
Freeze-Thaw StabilityPasses 3-cycle test (–5°C / 25°C)
Primary ApplicationsTextile softening and hand-feel enhancement


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