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.
Appearance…………..water white, slightly hazy
Viscosity………………..<6,000 cps
% Volatiles……………<5%
Amine value…………7.5 – 9.5 mgKOH/g
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.
Emulsification Procedure
Charge 1-4. Mix until uniform and begin heating to 55 C. Charge 5. Mix until clear. Charge water 2 and preservative.