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Highly stable anionic silicone emulsion with excellent shelf life and freeze-thaw resistance.
Delivers superior softness, smoothness, and hydrophobicity to treated substrates.
Compatible with cationic, nonionic, and amphoteric systems for broad formulation flexibility.
Low foaming profile suitable for high-shear industrial processing and continuous application lines.
Eco-preferred formulation with low VOC content and no APEOs or heavy metals.
Textile finishing for cotton, polyester, and blends to enhance hand feel and wrinkle recovery.
Leather conditioning and topcoat treatment to improve suppleness and water repellency.
Nonwoven fabric treatment in hygiene and medical products for softness and barrier enhancement.
Coating additives for paper and board to impart release and moisture resistance.
Personal care formulations requiring mild, skin-compatible silicone conditioning agents.
| Chemical Type | Dimethicone-based anionic silicone emulsion |
| Product Form | White to off-white liquid emulsion |
| Appearance | Opaque, homogeneous liquid |
| pH (1% aqueous solution) | 5.5 – 6.5 |
| Active Content | 30.0 ± 1.0 wt% |
| Density (25°C) | 0.98 – 1.02 g/cm³ |
| Viscosity (Brookfield, #2 spindle, 20 rpm, 25°C) | 50 – 200 mPa·s |
| Primary Applications | Textile, leather, nonwovens, paper, personal care |
Q1: What is the primary function of MEM-1473 in coating and ink formulations?
A: MEM-1473 is a non-ionic, anionic-stabilized silicone emulsion designed to provide surface modification, improved substrate wetting, reduced surface tension, and enhanced slip and leveling—without significantly affecting gloss or intercoat adhesion.
Q2: Is MEM-1473 compatible with water-based systems containing acrylic or polyurethane dispersions?
A: Yes, MEM-1473 demonstrates broad compatibility with common waterborne polymer dispersions, including acrylics, styrene-acrylics, and aliphatic polyurethanes, and is typically added during the let-down stage for optimal stability and performance.
Q3: How should MEM-1473 be incorporated into a formulation to avoid destabilization or phase separation?
A: It is recommended to dilute MEM-1473 with deionized water prior to addition and incorporate it slowly under moderate agitation. Avoid direct addition to highly acidic or alkaline components, and always conduct compatibility testing in the final formulation matrix.
Q4: Does MEM-1473 contribute to foam generation or affect defoamer selection?
A: As a silicone emulsion, MEM-1473 may increase foam tendency in some systems; therefore, co-addition of a compatible silicone-free or mineral oil–based defoamer is often recommended—especially in high-shear processes like roller coating or spray application.
Q5: Can MEM-1473 be used in applications requiring FDA compliance for indirect food contact?
A: MEM-1473 is not pre-approved for food-contact applications; customers must evaluate its suitability against applicable regulatory requirements and perform required migration or extraction testing if intended for indirect food contact use.
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