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

Dow DOWSIL SH 5500 Defoamer

Dow DOWSIL SH 5500 Defoamer is a silicone-based antifoam agent from Dow’s DOWSIL™ specialty silicones portfolio. Designed for high-efficiency foam suppression in water-based industrial processes—especially coatings, adhesives, and cleaning formulations—it offers rapid knockdown, lasting defoaming, and excellent compatibility without compromising clarity or performance.
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Features Of Dow DOWSIL SH 5500 Defoamer

  1. Highly effective silicone-based defoamer for rapid foam knockdown and sustained foam suppression.

  2. Excellent compatibility with water-based systems, including acrylic, vinyl acetate, and styrene-butadiene emulsions.

  3. Low dosage requirement—typically effective at 0.05–0.3 wt% active in final formulations.

  4. Thermally stable up to 120°C, supporting high-temperature processing conditions.

  5. Non-yellowing and inert in cured films, preserving clarity and color stability in end applications.

Typical Applications Of Dow DOWSIL SH 5500 Defoamer

  1. Architectural coatings (e.g., interior/exterior paints and primers).

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings and protective finishes.

  3. Adhesives and sealants based on aqueous polymer dispersions.

  4. Textile and leather finishing formulations.

  5. Construction chemicals such as cementitious tile adhesives and grouts.

Specifications Of Dow DOWSIL SH 5500 Defoamer

Chemical TypeSilicone oil-in-water emulsion
Product FormWhite to off-white liquid
AppearanceOpaque, pourable emulsion
Primary ApplicationsWater-based coatings, adhesives, construction chemicals, textile auxiliaries
Key FeaturesRapid foam control, low foaming tendency, good shear stability
BenefitsImproved process efficiency, enhanced film appearance, reduced surface defects
pH (1% aqueous dispersion)6.0–8.0
Storage StabilityStable for ≥12 months at 5–30°C in unopened original container


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