WACKER develops process-stable hydrophilic softener for textile finishing
11 Sep '07
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The use of the new hydrophilic textile softener makes clothes more comfortable to wear due to two effects: first, it increases moisture transport in textiles. Polyester fabric is rendered hydrophilic, i.e. can be wetted with water, while cotton remains absorbent after finishing. Second, WETSOFT NE 580 imparts a typical silicone silky-velvety hand, making textiles pleasantly soft.
The silicone softener emulsion WETSOFT NE 580 imparts a typical silicone silky-velvety hand. At the same time, it increases moisture transport in textiles. Thus, cotton towels remain absorbent after finishing.