COMFORTSIL FLD 21642

COMFORTSIL FLD 21642 is a medium to low viscosity diamino functionalised polydimethylsiloxane, specially developed for formulation to emulsions and micro-emulsions for textile softening and textile resin plasticising.

Principal: Elkem Silicones USA Corp.

Functions: Fabric Softener, Lubricant, Plasticizer, Softener

Chemical Family: Polydimethylsiloxanes

End Uses: Cellulose Fibers, Non-Woven Fabrics, Woven Fabric

Features: Excellent Elasticity , Excellent Fabric Drape, Excellent Softening, Good Tear Strength, High Smoothness, High Tensile Strength, Improves Crease Recovery, Improves Drape, Low Viscosity, Low Yellowing

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COMFORTSIL FLD 21642 is designed for use as a base fluid for formulation of amino silicone emulsions and microemulsions specifically to be used as textile softeners and lubricants.

In application to textiles the product typically yields:

  • Smooth soft hand
  • Good drape characteristics
  • Low yellowing
  • Increased fabric elasticity and crease recovery
  • Improved fabric tensile and tear strength

Typical end uses include cellulosic and man made fibres on woven, knitted and non woven fabrics and as a lubricant in raising and sueding.

Properties

Physical Form

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S002177
Principal

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions

When stored in its original packaging: COMFORTSIL FLD 21642 E4 may be stored at temperatures between 2°C / 36°F and 40°C / 104°F for up to 12 months from its date of manufacturing.

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Appearance
Colorless to straw yellow free flowing liquid free of suspended matter and sediment
Color (SDS)
Colorless
Miscible in (SDS)
Diethylether
Odor (SDS)
Slight amine
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Free Amine Content2100.0ppm
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life12.0mo
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flash Point106.0°C
Viscosity1000.0mPa.sAt 25°C
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Decomposition Temperature (SDS)min. 200.0°C
Density (SDS)approx. 0.97kg/dm³at 20°C
Flash Point (SDS)106.0°C
Flash Point (SDS)106.0°CClosed Cup
Kinematic Viscosity (SDS)approx. 1000.0mm²/sat 25°C
Minimum Ignition Temperature (SDS)min. 400.0°C
Self Ignition Temperature (SDS)min. 400.0°C