Additive

TEGO® Foamex 852

TEGO® Foamex 852 is an effective defoamer concentrate based on polyether siloxane technology. Suitable for pigmented and clear formulations.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Defoamer & deaerator

Sustainability

VOC reduction

Next generation solution

Markets

Technologies

Waterborne

Manufacturer

TEGO Foamex Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • good long-term effectiveness
  • suitable for pigmented and clear formulations
  • recommended for addition to the grinding and let-down stage
  • suitable for food contact compliant formulations

Technical data

active matter content
100
appearance
turbid liquid
chemical description
polyether siloxane copolymer, contains fumed silica
solvent
solvent-free

Properties

Brush application/roller application
2/5
Airless spraying
2/5
Compressed air spraying
3/5
Flexo/gravure printing
5/5
Dip coating, flow coating, curtain coating
3/5
Flooring
1/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 0.05 - 1.0 %.

Processing instructions

Long term effectiveness of the product is dependent on the formulation and should be tested in individual formulations.

Addition to the coating as supplied or as a predilution is possible.

Stir before use!

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging, the product has a shelf life of 36 months from the date of manufacture.

Safety Datasheets

Please use the Evonik SDS service.