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IneaSoft 600

Application

Softener

Market

Textile

Tradename

IneaSoft

Product Description

IneaSoft 600 is an amino functional silicone softener, which when emulsified will develop a smooth finish on cotton, cotton/polyester or polyester fabrics. IneaSoft 600 is particularly applicable to fabric which will be compressively shrunk such as shirtings, especially pin point oxford. Emulsions of IneaSoft 600 are exceptionally stable and are compatible with all products typically used in textile finishing.

Special properties

  • Smooth, soft handle 
  • Non-reactive for reduced build-up

Typical Physical Properties*

Appearance…………..water white, slightly hazy 

Viscosity………………..<6,000 cps 

% Volatiles……………<5% 

Amine value…………7.5 – 9.5 mgKOH/g 

* These items are provided as general information only. They are approximate values and are not considered part of the product specifications.

Application

Emulsions of IneaSoft 600 may be added directly to the finishing bath. They may be applied as a pure finish or may be co-applied with resins or softeners. Typical application level is 1–3% owb.  Try to avoid over drying when applying to terry towel. 

How to use

Emulsification Procedure 

  1. Water 1 – 54%
  2. Acetic Acid – 0.5%
  3. Sodium chloride – 0.05%
  4. TDA 6 – 5%
  5. IneaSoft 600 – 25%
  6. Water 2 – 1%
  7. Preservative – 1%

Charge 1-4.  Mix until uniform and begin heating to 55 C.  Charge 5.  Mix until clear.  Charge water 2 and preservative. 

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