MASSOFT SD
SPECIAL SOFTENER FOR DENIM ARTICLES
MASSOFT SD is a concentrated cationic softener which is used to impart a soft handle to denim fabrics,
and to protect indigo - dyed fabric against ozone fading. Denim fabrics, treated with MASSOFT SD, will
not fade or turn yellow on the back side when exposed to polluted air environment.
SPECIFICATION:
| Appearance |
Slightly cream to white liquid. |
| Chemical nature |
Aqueous dispersion of fatty acid derivative. |
| Ionicity |
Cationic. |
| pH |
6 - 7 |
| Density |
App. 1.0 gr/cc |
| Solubility |
Miscible with water at any ratio to produce a transparent dispersion. |
| Solid contents |
60% |
| Compatibility |
Is not compatible with anionic products.
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| Storage |
Sensitive to frost. After freezing can be reused after thawing and agitating.
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PROPERTIES & USES:
1. Imparts soft and natural handle to denim articles.
2. Make denim moisture and prevents it from harsh dry handle
3. Shows super soft handle when co-applied with silicone emulsion
4. Protects indigo - dyed denim against ozone fading.
5. Can be applied by exhaust and by padding methods.
6. Liquid product, can be applied as is or pre - diluted.
7. Easy dissolved in hot water
8. Low price
PRE-DILUTION:
Add one part MASSOFT SD into mixer
Add 5-10 part hot water (40-50ºC) to mixer
Agitate 20-30 minutes
APPLICATION:
A. DENIM ARTICLES
Denim garments can be treated with diluted MASSOFT SD in any kind of garment scouring machines.
For medium to dark shades apply 1-2% O.W.G, for light shads and bleached denim applies 2-3% O.W.G.
Use the following procedure:
1. Add MASSOFT SD to the treatment liquid.
2. Treat for 5-10 minutes at 40 - 50ºC.
3. Use common drying temperature and processes.
Note: 2-3% O.W.G. silicone softener may be co-applied with diluted MASSOFT SD and amount of
MASSOFT SD could be reduced depending on requirements
B. DENIM FABRICS
Application by padding process:
Use 10-30 g/l diluted MASSOFT SD depending on the pick up. For light shads and bleached denim
increase amount of MASSOFT SD.
Note: 2-3% O.W.G. silicone softener may be co-applied with diluted MASSOFT SD and amount of
MASSOFT SD could be reduced depending on requirements
STORAGE & HANDLEING PRECAUTION
Store in a cool/dry place
Avoid storing in direct sunlight
MASSOFT SD should be stored at ambient temperatures
The self-life of MASSOFT SD is one year if stored temperature below 30ºC
The usual storage, handling, usage and safety precautions should be observed