Ebenin SME

water-repellent

Field of application

Water-repellent additive which contains silicone, used to enhance the water resistance of the crust. Ebenin SME may also be applied to crust in order to obtain a silky handle and to improve the softness.

Properties

• excellent hydrophobic effect
• very good lightfastness
• good heat resistance
• high penetrometer values
• full, round and silky touch

Application

Ebenin SME is applied after acidification before capping with chrome or aluminum tannins. It can be used in all hydrophobic types as a special fatliquor additive. Ebenin SME can be emulsified with different combinations of Licrols and then added to the drum. The quantity should be 0.5 % - 5.0 % of the shaved weight.

Shoe nappa

Ebenin HP 7
Ebenin SME

5.0 % - 8.0 %
1.0 % - 2.0 %

Garment

Ebenin 6
Ebenin SME

10.0 % - 15.0 %
2.0 % - 3.0 %

Aniline

Licrol SLG
Licrol L 
Ebenin SME

3.0 % - 5.0 %
1.0 % - 2.0 %
1.0 % - 2.0 %

Suede

Licrol SB 114
Licrol PE
Ebenin SME

5.0 % - 8.0 %
5.0 % - 8.0 %
2.0 % - 3.0 %

Remark

Ebenin SME is a technical emulsion and variations in colour and viscosity can happen. The properties for application are not touched by this.

Storage temperature

Storage at temperatures between 5 °C and 40 °C.

Shelf life

Up to 6 months in the original sealed packing.

Usage

Stir before use.

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