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  Speciality/Functional Finishing Agents
  AQUAPHOBE-SNT : Water and Oil repelling agent (Durable to multi washes)
  Introduction : AQUAPHOBE-SNT is a Perfluoroalkyl based Fluorocarbon Compound which can impart water and oil repellency to Cotton, Polyester, Nylon, Wool, Viscose and their blends.
  Characteristics :
 
Appearance : Milky white pourable emulsion
Ionic nature : Weakly cationic
pH : 4.5 + 1 : 1% soln.
Miscibility : Easily miscible in cold water
Viscosity ( at 20oC) : Medium – high ~12000 CPS ± 3000
  Highlights :
 
  • AQUAPHOBE-SNT imparts outstanding water and oil repellency to Cotton, Polyester, Nylon, Wool, Viscose and their blends.
  • AQUAPHOBE-SNT is compatible with conventional finishing agents such as Silicones, DMDHU, Melamine based cross linking agents.  Addition of these additives can enhance the performance of AQUAPHOBE-SNT. (Subject to pre bulk lab trials confirming the same.)
  • Good thermostability of AQUAPHOBE-SNT ensures no yellowing on storage or change in the tone of dyed/printed goods.
  • AQUAPHOBE-SNT  finished fabrics retain good sewability and does not grey on use.
  • AQUAPHOBE-SNT needs very low add-ons as compared to that of Silicones to get similar degree of water repellency.
  • AQUAPHOBE-SNT  fulfills various requirements such as Water and Oil repellency, Soil repellency, rubbing fastness and good handle, making it versatile on wide range of fabrics which are used as sports and holiday wear, upholstery and cushioning, bed covers, table clothes, curtains and carpets.
  • Fabrics to be treated with Fluorocarbons need to be free from size Alkalies, surface active agent and other extraneous matters.
  • It is imperative to ensure pH of substrate between 5 to 7 before treatment with AQUAPHOBE- SNT, to get optimum results.
  • AQUAPHOBE-SNT  can be used on Glass, Polypropylene and Carbon fibres also.
 

Application  :
Dosage : 20 to 50g/l. Pad, dry and bake. Depending upon the substrate and dosage employed.

  Storage/Shelf Life : Stable for three months when stored in packed condition under shade.
  Warranty Clause :
The product incorporated and sold is without warranty expressed or implied, including warranty of Merchantability and fitness for use of this material and upon condition that purchaser shall make their own test to determine the suitability and quality of the product for their particular purpose. The user assumes all  risks of use and handling, whether or not in accordance with any statement of the supplier. Supplier’s liability of any, for any action arising out of the material being supplied, shall be limited to only replacement of material.