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A defoamer manufacturer explains the defoaming properties of silicone-based defoamers used in laundry detergents.
Release Date:
2021-04-09
To wash clothes, a certain amount of defoamer must be added to the laundry, as vigorous agitation in large-capacity washing machines generates copious foam. If this foam is not eliminated by a silicone‑based defoamer, it tends to persist and resist breaking on its own; therefore, defoamers are used to control foaming. But do you know what characteristics make silicone‑based defoamers suitable for use in laundry detergents?
To wash clothes, a certain amount of defoamer must be added, as vigorous agitation in large‑capacity washing machines generates copious foam. If this foam is not eliminated by a silicone‑based defoamer, it tends to persist and resist breaking on its own; therefore, defoamers are used to control foaming. But do you know what characteristics make silicone‑based defoamers suitable for laundry detergents?
If you’re not familiar with the properties of silicone‑based antifoaming agents used in laundry detergents, keep reading with the editor. Laundry detergents contain large amounts of surfactants, which are the primary contributors to foam formation. Consequently, physical and mechanical defoaming methods—while requiring no additional materials or labor—often deliver poor results. Therefore, employing silicone‑based antifoaming agents is a highly effective approach for eliminating foam.
Defoamer manufacturer We would like to inform you that our silicone‑based antifoam for liquid laundry detergent disperses readily in aqueous systems and is easy to use. It also boasts the following excellent properties:
Feature 1: Fast defoaming speed, long-lasting defoaming effect, and excellent compatibility with various additives.
Feature 2: High efficiency, low dosage, non-toxic, non-corrosive, no side effects, and environmentally friendly.
Feature 3: Easily soluble in water, highly compatible with liquid products, and does not damage milk or bleaching oil.
Although silicone‑based defoamers can eliminate foam during the washing process, improper application may fail to achieve the desired defoaming effect. Manufacturers recommend adding a silicone defoamer directly to the laundry detergent formulation. The typical dosage is 0.05%–0.3%, with the exact amount determined based on actual testing conditions.
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