Cyclic Volatile Silicone
Cyclic Volatile Silicone
These fluids are characterized by:
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High Volatility
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Low Heat of Evaporation
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High Vapor Pressure
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Low surface Tension – good spreadability
These properties are the primary reasons for their use as solvents in Cosmetics and Personal Care, and as building blocks in the manufacturing of industrial polymers.
| Cyclic Fluids | INCI Name | Viscosity (cS) | Flash Point (°F) | Refractive Index | Specific Gravity | Surface Tension (dynes/cm) @ 25°C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SF-24 | Cyclotetrasiloxane | 2.4 | 131 | 1.394 | 0.954 | 17.8 |
| SF-25 | Cyclopentasiloxane | 4 | 168 | 1.396 | 0.955 | 18.0 |
| SF-26 | Cyclohexasiloxane | 6.8 | 212 | 1.402 | 0.960 | 18.8 |
| SF-34 | Cyclotetrasiloxane and Cyclopentasiloxane | 2.5 | 132 | 1.398 | 0.956 | 18.0 |
| SF-35 | Cyclopentasiloxane and Cyclohexasiloxane | 4.5 | 179 | 1.397 | 0.960 | 20.0 |
Cyclic Volatile PDMS Applications
| PRODUCT | CHEMICAL CATEGORY | APPLICATIONS |
|---|---|---|
| SF-24 | Cyclotetrasiloxane | Industrial specialty formulations, coatings |
| SF-25 | Cyclopentasiloxane | Personal care |
| SF-26 | Cyclohexasiloxane and Cyclopentasiloxane | Personal care |
| SF-34 | Cyclotetrasiloxane and Cyclopentasiloxane | Chemical specialties and coatings |
| SF-35 | Cyclopentasiloxane and Cyclohexasiloxane | Personal care |