4. Polyurethane industry
Silicone oil is often used as a foaming agent in polyurethane foaming systems. It can not only promote the formation of bubble nuclei in the early stages of foaming and adjust the cell structure, but also improve the compatibility of the raw material components. It plays an emulsifying and stabilizing role during the mixing and foaming process, effectively eliminates pores on the foam surface and improves surface properties. The silicone oil here usually refers to non-ionic allyl polyether modified silicone oil, which can be foamed and used in a variety of fields, such as household sponges, pipe insulation, refrigerators and freezers, car seat cushions, etc.