Textile Finishing Softener – Non-ionic Softener for all types of fibres.
Chemical Nature : Fatty Acid condensation product ; Nonionic
Features
- Off-White to pale yellow liquid, miscible with water in all proportions.
- Non-hazardous with low toxicity.
- Low foaming.
- Stable to shear.
- Free from paraffin wax and Silicones
Benefits
- Can be applied on all types of fibres by Padding and Exhaust method.
- Significant softness and smooth handle is obtained on yarn and piece goods.
- Exhibits good wash fastness.
- Improves tear strength and abrasion resistance.
- Improves sewability of knitgoods.
- Does not affect degree of whiteness under normal curing conditions.
- Does not affect shade or tone
Ecology
According to our experience this textile finishing softener does not exert any harmful effects on health provided they are used as per our recommendation. Does not contain APEO / NPEO.
Storage
This textile finishing softener has a shelf life of at least one year if stored in its tightly sealed original packing at temperatures between 5ºC and 35ºC in a dry place. Drums should be tightly resealed each time the material is taken from them, and their contents should be used up as soon as possible after they have been opened.
Properties
Appearance: Off-white to pale yellow viscous Liquid
Solubility: Miscible with water in all proportions
pH : 6 – 8
Density: 0.9 – 1.0 g/cm³
Stability
Leomine Softener NIS is stable to hard water and acids. Always apply Leomine Softener NIS first before application of additional after-treatment agents to improve fastness.
Compatibility
This textile finishing softener is compatible with anionic, Cationic and non-ionic auxiliaries.
Application
The following guideline recipes are recommended in acidic conditions ( 4 to 6.5 pH).
For exhaust application
- 1 – 3 % Leomine Softener NIS
For padding application
- 10 – 40 g/l Leomine Softener NIS.
- 60 to 90% liquor pick-up.
- Addition of 0.5 to 1 g/l of wetting agent Leomine Wash Jet DBJ and 0.5 to 1 g/l acetic acid 60% is recommended in all padding recipes.
Safety
When using this textile finishing softener, the information and advice given in our Safety Data Sheet should be observed. Due attention should also be given to the precautions necessary for handling chemicals.
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