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

Hammond Dechane 879 Silicone Leveling Agent

Hammond Dechane 879 is a premium silicone-based leveling agent from Hammond’s Dechane series—designed to enhance surface smoothness, reduce orange peel, and improve flow in industrial coatings and inks. It offers excellent compatibility with solventborne and high-solids systems while maintaining substrate wetting and minimizing defects.
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Features Of Hammond Dechane 879 Silicone Leveling Agent

  1. Exceptional substrate wetting and flow enhancement in solvent-borne and high-solids coatings.

  2. Low surface tension reduction without compromising intercoat adhesion or gloss uniformity.

  3. High thermal and hydrolytic stability, supporting extended pot life and baking processes up to 180°C.

  4. Non-migrating silicone structure minimizes foam generation and haze risk in clearcoats.

  5. Compatible with common catalysts, crosslinkers, and rheology modifiers used in industrial coating systems.

Typical Applications Of Hammond Dechane 879 Silicone Leveling Agent

  1. Automotive OEM and refinish basecoats and clearcoats.

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings for metal substrates.

  3. Wood finishing systems including UV-curable and acid-catalyzed lacquers.

  4. Plastic coatings for automotive interior trim and consumer electronics housings.

  5. High-performance coil coatings requiring defect-free film formation.

Specifications Of Hammond Dechane 879 Silicone Leveling Agent

Chemical TypeModified polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)
Product FormClear, low-viscosity liquid
AppearanceColorless to pale yellow, transparent liquid
Primary ApplicationsLeveling and flow control in coatings and inks
Key FeaturesNon-reactive, non-foaming, low volatility
BenefitsImproved leveling, reduced orange peel, enhanced surface uniformity
Recommended Use Level0.05 – 0.3 wt% on total formulation
Storage StabilityStable for ≥12 months at 5–30°C in sealed container


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