Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

DOW DOWSIL BY 16-892 Silicone Additive

DOW DOWSIL BY 16-892 is a silicone-based additive from Dow’s DOWSIL portfolio, designed to enhance surface slip, mar resistance, and substrate wetting in coatings, inks, and adhesives. It offers excellent compatibility, low foam generation, and stable performance across solventborne and waterborne systems without compromising cure or clarity.
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Features Of DOW DOWSIL BY 16-892 Silicone Additive

  1. Enhances surface slip and mar resistance in high-performance coatings and inks.

  2. Provides excellent substrate wetting without compromising intercoat adhesion.

  3. Offers low foam generation and good compatibility with acrylic, polyester, and polyurethane systems.

  4. Delivers stable performance across a broad pH range (pH 4–10) and temperature conditions.

  5. Non-reactive silicone structure ensures long-term formulation stability and minimal pot-life impact.

Typical Applications Of DOW DOWSIL BY 16-892 Silicone Additive

  1. Automotive clearcoats and basecoats for improved flow and defect reduction.

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings requiring enhanced abrasion resistance and gloss uniformity.

  3. Waterborne architectural paints to improve leveling and reduce orange peel.

  4. Gravure and flexographic printing inks for consistent ink transfer and reduced misting.

Specifications Of DOW DOWSIL BY 16-892 Silicone Additive

Chemical TypeNon-reactive polyether-modified dimethylpolysiloxane
Product FormLiquid concentrate
AppearanceClear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Primary ApplicationsCoatings, inks, and industrial finishes
Key FeaturesSurface migration control, low dynamic surface tension
BenefitsImproved flow/leveling, enhanced slip, reduced cratering
Recommended Use Level0.05–0.3 wt% (based on total formulation)
Storage ConditionsStore in original sealed container at 5–30 °C; protect from freezing


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