Pretreatment
Non-Ionic Concentrated Wetting Agent
A higher-strength non-ionic wetting agent, dosed at a lower bath concentration than a standard-strength grade for the same wetting effect.
Process stage & fibres
| Process stage | Pretreatment |
|---|---|
| Fibres suited | All major fibre types, since non-ionic surfactants are not fibre-specific. |
Function
This is a concentrated, non-ionic wetting agent that lowers the surface tension of the bath so water and other chemicals penetrate the fabric evenly. Because it carries no electrical charge, it can be used safely alongside other anionic or cationic products in the same bath. Being concentrated, a smaller dose reaches the same result as a standard-strength wetting agent.
Typical applications and what it solves
- General wetting-out ahead of scouring, bleaching, dyeing or printing
- Bath formulations that already contain anionic or cationic auxiliaries and need a wetting agent with no charge to manage
- Reducing stock-solution volume and storage space versus a standard-strength wetting agent
Technical data
| Ionic nature | Non-ionic |
|---|---|
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Compatibility | Compatible with anionic, cationic and other non-ionic auxiliaries. Always trial a new combination before running it in bulk. |
| Storage and shelf life | Store in a cool, dry place in the original, tightly closed container, away from direct sunlight. |
Disclaimer: The information above is general reference information for this class of auxiliary. It is not a certificate of analysis or a safety data sheet. Please request the current TDS and MSDS before use.
Handling and storage
Handle with gloves and eye protection when dosing the concentrate. Dilute before wide-scale contact to reduce foam and slip hazard on the shop floor.