Technological breakthroughs of polyether silicone oil in textiles and agriculture
The application of polyether silicone oil in the textile and agricultural fields demonstrates its unique advantages as a functional additive. In the textile industry, its role as a fabric softener and hydrophilic finishing agent is particularly crucial. By introducing polyether segments, polyether silicone oil can significantly improve the moisture absorption, anti-static properties, and easy stain removal of fabrics, especially suitable for the finishing of close fitting fabrics such as underwear and bed sheets. For example, pure cotton fabrics treated with polyether silicone oil can maintain a soft touch after multiple washes, while reducing static electricity accumulation and improving wearing comfort.


In the field of agriculture, the innovative application of polyether silicone oil has promoted the development of modern agricultural technology. As an internal additive for drip free film in plastic greenhouses, its anti fog performance can effectively improve light transmittance and promote crop photosynthesis. Experimental data shows that using polyether silicone oil modified film in greenhouses can increase light transmittance by 15% -20%, while reducing the risk of disease caused by water droplet accumulation. In addition, in pesticide formulations, polyether silicone oil serves as a wetting and spreading agent, which can reduce the surface tension of the pesticide solution, enhance its adhesion to the leaf surface, thereby improving its efficacy and reducing pesticide dosage.


On the technical level, the customized development of polyether silicone oil brings new opportunities to the industry. By adjusting the number of silicone oil chain links and the ratio of polyether EO/PO, product performance can be optimized for different fiber types or crop requirements. For example, in synthetic fiber fabrics, increasing the length of polyether segments can further enhance the anti-static effect; In the field of pesticides, by controlling the molecular weight distribution, a more uniform distribution of the pesticide solution can be achieved.