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

DOW DOWSIL 6696 Emulsion Silicone Emulsion

DOW DOWSIL 6696 Emulsion is a high-performance silicone emulsion from Dow’s DOWSIL™ portfolio, designed for textile softening and hydrophobic finishing. It delivers excellent lubricity, smoothness, and durable water repellency without compromising breathability. Stable in acidic to neutral systems, it’s compatible with common auxiliaries and ideal for cotton, polyester, and blends. Easy to apply, low-foaming, and APEO-free.
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Features Of DOW DOWSIL 6696 Emulsion Silicone Emulsion

  1. High-solids, anionic silicone emulsion offering excellent stability in water-based systems.

  2. Provides superior lubricity and surface slip without compromising adhesion in coating formulations.

  3. Low foaming profile suitable for high-shear processing and automated application equipment.

  4. Compatible with common acrylic, styrene-acrylic, and vinyl acetate copolymer dispersions.

  5. Enables improved substrate wetting and uniform film formation on porous and non-porous surfaces.

Typical Applications Of DOW DOWSIL 6696 Emulsion Silicone Emulsion

  1. Architectural and industrial waterborne paints and coatings.

  2. Textile finishing agents for softness, smoothness, and anti-static performance.

  3. Printing ink additives to enhance rub resistance and gloss uniformity.

  4. Adhesive and sealant formulations requiring improved flow and substrate release control.

  5. Wood coatings where enhanced leveling and reduced orange peel are critical.

Specifications Of DOW DOWSIL 6696 Emulsion Silicone Emulsion

Chemical TypeAnionic polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) emulsion
Product FormWhite to off-white stable aqueous emulsion
AppearanceOpaque, homogeneous liquid with mild characteristic odor
pH (1% in DI water)6.0 – 7.5
Active Content (wt%)30.0 ± 1.0%
Density @ 25°C (g/cm³)0.98 – 1.02
Viscosity @ 25°C (mPa·s, Brookfield LVT, Spindle #1, 6 rpm)50 – 200
Freeze-Thaw StabilityPasses 3 cycles (−10°C for 16 h / 25°C for 8 h)


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