Properties
Typical Properties |
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|---|---|
| Active Content | 50-74 % |
| Functionality | Modified Polydimethyl Siloxane |
| Needs Formulation | Yes |
| Product Delivery | Emulsion |
| Surfactant Type | Macro, Nonionic |
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DOWSIL™ IE-8749 Emulsion
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What is DOWSIL™ IE-8749 Emulsion?
Silicone durable water repellent (DWR) for fashion and technical textiles. DOWSIL™ IE-8749 Emulsion concentrate is easy to dilute and combine with other ingredients to tailor performance to application requirements, including synthetic, natural, and blended fiber fabrics.
Uses
- Durable water repellent finishes on textiles
- Water repellent for synthetic and natural fabrics like polyester, nylon and cotton
Benefits
- Proven silicone technology
- High performance water repellency
- Durability of performance up to 20 wash / dry cycles
- Versatile: applicable on a wide range of fibers, natural or synthetics Soft touch and scratch resistance
- Maintains breathability of fabrics and membranes to maximize comfort
- Low seam slippage compared to other silicone technologies
- Compatible with current manufacturing processes
- High solid content and water dilutable
Textile Chemical Safety Certification
This OEKO‑TEX® ECO PASSPORT certification confirms that selected chemical finishing agent has been tested and verified as safe for use in sustainable textile manufacturing. Visit the OEKO‑TEX® Buying Guide and search using Brand: Dow Silicones and Certifications: OEKO‑TEX® ECO PASSPORT. You will find the certified DOWSIL™ Emulsions, the certification scope.
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