Additive

TEGO® Foamex 825

TEGO® Foamex 825 is a compatible defoamer emulsion based on polyether siloxane technology. Good balance of effectiveness and compatibility.
Bottle representation of TEGO® Foamex 825
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Product information

Effects

Foam Control
Defoaming
Foam Control
Deaerating
Foam Control
Foam Control
Spray
Foam Control
Brush / Roller
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Type

Additive

Sub type

Defoamer & deaerator

Sustainability

Sustainable feedstocks

  • Bio-based content on delivery form: 2 wt%

Next generation solution

Life Cycle Assessment available

PFAS Alternative

Markets

Technologies

Waterborne

Manufacturer

TEGO Foamex Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • suitable for sensitive and more robust formulations
  • very good as combination partner with e.g. defoamer concentrates
  • suitable for pigmented and clear formulations

Technical data

active matter content
20 %
appearance
white thixotropic liquid
chemical description
emulsion of a polyether siloxane copolymer, contains fumed silica
solvent
solvent-free

Properties

Brush application/roller application
5/5
Airless spraying
3/5
Compressed air spraying
5/5
Flexo/gravure printing
2/5
Dip coating, flow coating, curtain coating
4/5
Flooring
3/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 0.1 - 1.0 %.

Processing instructions

Long term effectiveness of the product is dependent on the formulation and should be tested in individual formulations.

Addition to the coating as supplied.

Before use, mix briefly with low shear forces.

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopened packaging between +4 and +40°C, the product has a shelf life of 12 months from the date of manufacture.

Keep away from freezing.