Hydrophilic and Soft Silicone RX-8242

MOQ: 100 Pieces

Delivery time: 15 Day

Hydrophilic, soft and smooth, delicate, low yellowing, excellent anti phenolic yellowing performance

Product Details

Product Overview

A breakthrough in silicone technology, this water-loving softener combines permanent hydrophilicity with exceptional softness. Specially engineered for performance fabrics requiring both natural fiber-like absorbency and luxurious smoothness, it overcomes the inherent hydrophobicity of conventional silicones.

Key Benefits:

️⚡ Instant moisture-wicking (contact angle <20° in 0.5sec)
️🖐️ Silky-smooth handfeel comparable to amino silicones
♻️ Non-yellowing & wash-durable (50+ home launderings)

Technical Superiority

Property	Specification	Competitive Edge
Chemistry	Epoxy-PEG modified silicone	Dual-functional groups for permanent hydrophilicity
Ionicity	Nonionic/Weak cationic (customizable)	Compatible with most finishing systems
Absorbency	3x faster than standard silicones (AATCC 79)	Ideal for sportswear/underwear
pH Stability	2-12	Withstands harsh processing

Eco-Certifications:

OEKO-TEX® CLASS I
ZDHC MRSL compliant
Bluesign® approved

Application Matrix

Best For:

✅ Activewear (polyester/nylon blends)
✅ Bamboo/cotton intimate apparel
✅ Medical textiles requiring hydrophilicity
✅ Microfiber cleaning cloths

Processing Methods:

Exhaustion
- 2-4% o.w.f. @ 40°C × 15-20min
- pH 5-6 (acetic acid adjustment)
Padding
- 10-30g/L, 70% pickup
- Cure @ 130-150°C × 1-2min

Performance Data

Moisture Absorption: <0.5s water drop disappearance (vs. >10s for regular silicones)
Softness Improvement: 30%+ vs. untreated fabric (Kawabata Evaluation)
Durability: Maintains 85% hydrophilicity after 20 industrial washes

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