Soft and smooth silicone RX-8408G

Product Description

Our Soft & Smooth Silicone is an advanced textile finishing agent engineered to deliver exceptional suppleness and glide to all fabric types. Utilizing next-generation amino-modified silicone technology, this formulation creates a molecular-level lubricating layer that transforms rigid textiles into luxuriously smooth materials with permanent softness retention.

Key Benefits

✔ Silky-Soft Handfeel

• Achieves 50% smoother surface texture vs untreated fabrics (ASTM D4964)

• Imparts natural silk-like drape without compromising fabric strength

✔ Durable Performance

• Withstands 50+ industrial wash cycles (AATCC TM135)

• Maintains softness after repeated abrasion (Martindale 20,000+ rubs)

✔ Multifunctional Advantages

• Reduces sewing needle temperatures by 15-20% during high-speed garment production

• Decreases fabric-to-metal friction by 30% (measured via Kawabata Evaluation System)

✔ Eco-Conscious Formula

• ZDHC MRSL V3.0 compliant

• Biodegradable silicone backbone technology

• Bluesign® approved raw materials

Technical Specifications

Optimal Application Methods

Exhaustion Process:

• 2-4% o.w.f. at 40°C for 20 mins

• pH 5.0-6.5 for maximum exhaustion

Padding Process:

• 10-30 g/L with 70-80% pickup

• Cure at 130-150°C for 1-2 minutes

Foam Application:

• 30-50 g/L foam concentration

• Particularly effective for knits and terry cloth

Performance Comparison

Ideal For:

• Luxury bedding and bath linens

• High-end intimate apparel

• Premium activewear and athleisure

• Automotive interior textiles

• Medical textiles requiring low friction