Question

Paper Defoamer XS-02, polyether ester defoamer, what product is it? What are its main uses?

Answer

Paper Defoamer XS-02 is a high-efficiency non-ionic defoamer with polyether ester (polyoxyethylene polyoxypropylene ether fatty acid ester) as the main component, specially designed for multi-stage foam control in the paper industry, and can also be extended to applications in textiles, coatings, water treatment and other industries.

Detailed Description

Paper Defoamer XS-02 (CAS No.: 9004-81-3), also known as polyoxyethylene oleate, polyethylene glycol monooleate, is a white to light yellow viscous liquid. This product has good self-emulsifying dispersion performance in water, belonging to non-ionic surfactant defoamers, combining excellent instantaneous defoaming ability with long-lasting foam suppression performance.

The core advantage of this product lies in its non-ionic characteristic, which provides good compatibility with anionic, cationic auxiliaries, and various sizing agents and strengthening agents in the system, making it less prone to side reactions or precipitation. At the same time, ideal foam control can be achieved at very low dosages, offering outstanding economic efficiency without interfering with subsequent processes such as sizing and coating.

From a safety and environmental perspective, XS-02 is a non-hazardous substance, with low toxicity, no irritancy, non-flammable (closed cup flash point > 150 °C), environmentally friendly to aquatic ecosystems, and easily biodegradable, meeting the environmental requirements of clean production in the modern paper industry.

Main Uses

Defoaming in Pulping Black Liquor: Suitable for high-temperature and strong alkaline pulping black liquor environments, effectively eliminating large amounts of foam generated during cooking and washing processes, preventing black liquor tank overflow, and ensuring stable operation of the alkali recovery system.

Paper Machine White Water Circulation System: Used in the wet-end white water circulation of paper machines, quickly breaking fine foam and micro-bubbles in white water, improving fiber and filler retention, reducing paper defects, and decreasing the need for fresh water makeup.

Coating and Surface Sizing: In paper coating and surface sizing processes, efficiently removes air bubbles from coatings, preventing coating scratches, pinholes and other defects, enhancing coating uniformity and the surface quality of the finished paper.

In addition, this product is widely used in industrial water treatment (suppressing foam during aeration and mixing processes), water-based inks and adhesives (eliminating printing white spots and bonding defects caused by bubbles), and other fields. A single product can cover multiple processes, simplifying procurement and inventory management.

Technical Parameters

Parameter ItemSpecification
Product TypeNon-ionic polyether ester defoamer
CAS No.9004-81-3
AppearanceWhite to light yellow viscous liquid
DispersibilitySelf-emulsifying dispersion in water
Closed Cup Flash Point> 150 °C
Acute Toxicity (Oral, Rat)LD50 > 2000 mg/kg
Skin/Eye IrritationNon-irritating
Aquatic Toxicity LC50 (Fish, 96h)> 100 mg/L
BiodegradabilityEasily biodegradable

Application Recommendations

It is recommended to conduct small-scale tests based on specific operating conditions before use to determine the optimal dosage. It can be added directly or after dilution, utilizing its self-emulsifying property for uniform dispersion in water. Suitable for key processes such as pulping black liquor (high temperature, strong alkali), paper machine white water circulation, coating preparation, surface sizing liquid, and internal addition, as well as for water-based inks, adhesives, and industrial circulating water treatment systems.

Precautions

  • Storage: Keep containers tightly closed, store in a cool, dry, and dark place. Recommended storage temperature 5~35 °C, away from heat sources and strong oxidizers.
  • Operation Protection: Wear protective gloves and safety goggles during operation to avoid direct contact with skin and eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after use.
  • Spill Handling: Small spills: absorb with inert absorbent material. Large spills: dike and contain to prevent entry into drains and surface water.
  • First Aid: Eye contact: immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Skin contact: wash with soap and water. Ingestion: rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.