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

DOWSIL 2-8566 Amino Silicone Fluid

DOWSIL™2-8566 Amino Silicone Fluid is a premium reactive amino-functional polydimethylsiloxane from Dow’s DOWSIL™ silicone portfolio. Designed for textile softening and surface modification, it delivers exceptional lubricity, adhesion promotion, and compatibility with coatings and resins. Its primary amine groups enable covalent bonding, enhancing durability and performance in industrial applications.
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Features Of DOWSIL 2-8566 Amino Silicone Fluid

  1. Highly reactive primary amino functionality for strong covalent bonding to substrates including cellulose, wool, and synthetic fibers.

  2. Excellent softening, smoothness, and antistatic performance in textile finishing applications.

  3. Good compatibility with cationic, anionic, and nonionic systems when properly formulated.

  4. Stable emulsion profile with low volatility and minimal odor under standard processing conditions.

  5. Enables durable wash-fastness and improved fabric drape without compromising tensile strength.

Typical Applications Of DOWSIL 2-8566 Amino Silicone Fluid

  1. Textile softeners for cotton, polyester-cotton blends, and rayon fabrics.

  2. Finishing agent in industrial fabric treatment for apparel, home textiles, and technical textiles.

  3. Key ingredient in high-performance hair conditioners and leave-in treatments.

  4. Surface modifier for paper coatings to enhance smoothness and ink receptivity.

  5. Functional additive in personal care formulations requiring film-forming and conditioning properties.

Specifications Of DOWSIL 2-8566 Amino Silicone Fluid

Chemical TypeAmino-functional polydimethylsiloxane (primary amine)
Product FormClear to slightly hazy aqueous emulsion
AppearanceOff-white to light yellow liquid
pH (1% aqueous solution)5.5 – 7.0
Amine Value0.4 – 0.6 mmol/g
Solids Content30.0 ± 1.5 wt%
Viscosity (25°C, Brookfield LVT, spindle #3, 6 rpm)500 – 2,500 cP
Primary ApplicationsTextile softening, hair conditioning, paper surface treatment


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