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Household Care Consumer Solutions Reliable Solutions from Dow for Automotive Appearance Formulation Guide
Contents
Formulating Tips and Resources Glass Cleaner
uto Care Formulation Information: General Auto Polish
A Glass Care – Screenwash
and Formulation Tips Glass Care – Cleaner
Automotive Appearance Chemicals Application Selector Glass Cleaner with Ammonia and Citric Glass Cleaner
and Product Comparison Guide
Anti-Fog Glass Cleaner
Dow C.A.R.B.-Compliant Solutions for Automotive Surfaces
Tip Sheet for California Regulations for Auto Appearance Products Interior Protection
Auto Care Raw Material Explanations Cockpit Enhancers – Aerosol Product
Cockpit Enhancers – Liquid
Product Formulations Cockpit Enhancers – Sheen Finish
Automotive Wax Leather Conditioner Lotion
Emulsion Hard Wax Vinyl Protectant
Hard Wax Creamy Vinyl Surface Protectant
Wax Conditioner Fabric Water Repellent
Low-VOC Polish Multi-Surface Medium Shine Dressing
Car Polish Premium Protectant Lotion (Low Odor)
Paintable Polish Leather Conditioner Lotion
Spray-and-Wipe Polish Cockpit Enhancer – Sheen Finish
Instant Car Polish Polymer Sealant
Low-Solvent Liquid Polish Polymer Sealant Liquid
Polish Pre-Softened Polymer Sealant Paste – Formulation I
Car Wash Pre-Softened Polymer Sealant Paste – Formulation II
Standard Shampoo Scratch Concealer
Protective Shampoo – Formulation I Scratch Concealer
Protective Shampoo – Formulation II
Solvent-free Polish
Dry Washer
Solvent-Free Polish
Shampoo for Use in Professional Detailing
Tire Care
Drying Agent
Multi-Surface Medium Shine Dressing
Final Rinse Formula for Automatic Car Wash (Concentrate)
Tire Enhancer Foam Spray
Durable Polish Solvent-based Liquid Tire Surface Protectant
Automotive Cream Wax – Durable Polish Tire Dressing with XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion
Automotive Cream Wax Cream Tire Dressing with XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion
High-Gloss Automotive Cream Wax for Professional Detailing Fast Dry Premium Shine Tire Dressing
Automotive Cream Wax for Professional Detailing Spray & Walk Away Tire Dressing
Durable, High-Gloss Paste Polish Spray & Wipe Low-Cost Tire Dressing
Detergent-Resistant Cleaner Paste Polish Water-based Tire Shine
Exterior Trim Protection
Exterior Plastic/Rubber Enhancers – Liquid
Exterior Plastic/Rubber Enhancers – Sheen Finish
Exterior Plastic/Rubber Enhancers – Aerosol Product
Exterior Plastic/Rubber Enhancers – Gel
Premium Protectant Lotion (Low Odor)
pg 2
Auto Care Formulation Information
General Auto Polish and Formulation Tips
above. This is because a polish is essentially 3.1 Silicones
a compromise of all the properties.
A variety of silicones, including
polydimethylsiloxanes, aminofunctional
2. Polish Types
silicones and silicone resins, are used as
Polishes can be described in terms of active ingredients in polish formulations.
their physical form, carrier system, ability Silicone emulsifiers, waxes and volatile
to clean and durability. Physical forms of silicones are also used in polish
polishes include pastes, pre-softened pastes formulations and will be addressed in
(non-flowing emulsions), liquids and gels. other sections.
There are three types of carrier system:
Polydimethylsiloxane is a nonreactive
2.1. Water-free Polishes linear silicone fluid, which is supplied
in a number of viscosities. In the auto
Where the active ingredients are
polish industry the convention is to
dissolved in a compatible carrier such as
classify polydimethylsiloxane as either
a hydrocarbon solvent.
“intermediate” (350-1000 mm2/s) or “high”
2.2. Emulsion Polishes (above 1000 mm2/s) viscosity.
Combining two incompatible phases Intermediate-viscosity
(hydrocarbon solvent + water) by polydimethylsiloxanes are lower in
incorporating a surfactant to form a molecular weight. They provide
bridge between the two phases. excellent application ease and rubout,
1. Introduction as well as streak resistance. Due to their
The word “polish” is a non-specific name 2.3. Solvent-free Polishes low surface tension, they can improve
but may be defined as any product that Using pre-emulsified materials with the polish cleaning abilities by increasing
enhances and protects the painted surface carrier being water. the surface wettability. This enables
of an automobile by depositing a thin a more direct contact between the
The ability of a polish to clean depends powder and the painted surface. They
layer or film of material. More specifically,
on the presence of powders and solvents. are very good at spreading and thus
the name polish is assigned to a product
Powders clean physically by removing the provide excellent film continuity. The
with particular properties, as listed below.
oxidation layer and smoothing the surface. film provided by intermediate-viscosity
Polishes may contain many different
Solvents clean chemically by dissolving polydimethylsiloxanes, especially at (1000
ingredients and come in various forms
the films and dirt present on the surface. mm2/s, provides high shine.
that contribute to a range of final product
Powder-free polishes, typically referred to
properties. It is essential to choose the High-viscosity polydimethylsiloxanes are
as paint conditioners and glazes, are used
correct ingredients and form to satisfy much higher in molecular weight. They
strictly to provide gloss and protection.
customers’ needs for specific applications. provide improvements in durability and
They should be applied only to non-
The following information should assist provide excellent shine characteristics.
oxidized painted surfaces.
in making those choices. However, they are more likely to
A polish may also be described by its cause streaking. In general, solvent-
Silicones are used to improve a number of
level of durability. Durability ranges in-water polishes use 50-1000 mm2/s
auto polish properties, including:
from temporary (a few weeks) to durable polydimethylsiloxane, while water-in-
• Ease of application films that remain after numerous solvent polishes enable higher-viscosity
• Polish cleaning ability detergent washes or months (formerly polydimethylsiloxanes to be used. In
called “polymer sealants”). To the user, polish formulations it is advantageous
• Ease of buffing durability is typically judged by a polish’s to use a combination of high-and
• Gloss ability to sustain water beading. intermediate-viscosity fluids favoring
• Color intensity the following broad spectrum:
3. Active Ingredients
• Durability and detergent resistance 3 : 1 : 1
The term “active ingredient,” as used
• Water repellency here, is defined as that part of the polish 350 1000 12,500
left behind in the form of a film on the This helps to optimize shine and
The best choice of silicone will depend on
polished surface after application. durability in comparison to ease of use
the relative importance of the properties
and film continuity.
pg 3
Aminofunctional silicone fluids are also However, they are often more difficult silicones provide some unique
used extensively in polishes in both to apply and buff out. application properties such as better
curable (crosslinking) and noncurable spreading and lubrication properties
Softer waxes, such as paraffin
forms. They provide properties similar due to their lower surface tension, and
and beeswax, tend to be better at
to the polydimethylsiloxanes, but with improved compatibility with silicones.
lubricating, providing better application
enhanced durability and detergent Different evaporation rates can be
in terms of rubout ease and improved
resistance, particularly with the achieved by blending. This allows even
spreading. However, soft waxes provide
curable forms. deposition of other ingredients, while
less shine to the system. In most
their cleaning ability for various deposits
One advantage of aminofunctional formulations, it is best to blend a hard
is comparable to traditional solvents. It
silicones is that they contain a polar wax with a soft wax to optimize their
has been shown that volatile silicones
amine group that provides excellent benefits in the formulation.
do not contribute to tropospheric ozone
deposition or surface affinity. This A recent innovation has been the formation. Therefore, volatile silicones
effectively anchors the product to the introduction of silicone waxes into are not classified as VOCs in the USA.
substrate. In the case of the curable auto polishes. These provide a different
amine silicones, a reactive alkoxy group 3.4 Powders
combination of properties to that of the
undergoes a condensation reaction traditional waxes. While having a low Powders or polishing agents provide
that provides a crosslinked film on the melting point, they can provide a film physical surface preparation and
substrate. Aminofunctional silicones with increased detergent resistance and cleaning, and aid leveling of the
are available with different viscosities, weathering abilities, especially when deposited film. The ability of a powder
which allow optimization of properties combined with functionalized silicones. to clean and smooth out surface
for a particular application. They are They provide a dry film that improves imperfections depends on the particle
compatible with other silicone fluids the resistance to dirt pickup, while size, its shape and hardness. The larger
and resins and therefore may be retaining the application ease, spreading and less uniform the powder particle the
blended to create the desired polish characteristics and shine associated with greater the cleaning ability to remove
performance. Fatty acids may be combined softer waxes. the oxidized paint layer. Milder powders
with aminofunctional silicones to improve the
corrosion resistance of a polish film. Stearic or are composed of more uniform, smaller
3.3 Solvents
lauric acid is often used for this purpose. particles, which polish more and clean
Solvents are another component of most less, giving greater gloss. These are
These can also crosslink with acid waxes
polish systems and can have an impact better suited to surfaces with little or
through the amino group.
on the overall formulation performance. no oxidation. For cars less than one
Silicone resins may also be used in polish The purpose of the solvent in a polish year old, it may not be necessary to
formulations. These networked silicones is to carry the active ingredients; to include powders in the formulation.
are available either bodied or linear and “wet” the surface so a uniform film Most powders contain kaolin clays,
provide intermediate durability to the is produced; and to clean the surface. diatomaceous earths and hydrated
polish film. When used in conjunction In choosing a solvent, drying rates, aluminas such as Sillitin, Kaopolite,
with polydimethylsiloxanes, they provide combustibility, compatibility with the Diafil and Alcan grades.
improved durability with excellent leveling surface and compatibility with the
while maintaining similar ease-of-use, packaging must be considered. 3.5 Emulsifiers
shine and water-repellent characteristics.
It is important to optimize the solvent A polish emulsion may be described
3.2 Waxes choice to provide appropriate drying time by either its emulsion system or its
for the specific application and actives in ionic character.
Waxes are commonly found in polish the formulation. Too little or too much An oil-in-water (o/w) emulsion is a system
formulations. A wide variety of different drying time for a specific formulation in which the water is the external
waxes are available, including naturally may lead to poor performance by or continuous phase and the oil is in
occurring (carnauba), synthetic (silicone leaving streaks or a discontinuous film the form of suspended droplets. These
wax, polyethylene) and refined (paraffin) finish. Aliphatic hydrocarbons with can give a better shine than the other
waxes. If properly selected, a wax may Kauri-Butanol values of less than 32 are emulsion type, are less flammable and
reduce smear, improve film continuity
recommended for polishes. Examples may be considered safer for skin contact.
(or uniformity), provide durability of these include de-aromatized and
and promote stability by acting as Water-in-oil (w/o) polishes are popular
Isopar rafinic solvents. Solvents that
a thickener. due to easier processing in some cases
contain aromatic substances are not
Most waxes may be described as either recommended for use in these products and better cleaning properties. Here
soft or hard wax. Hard waxes, such as because they may damage the surface the oil is the continuous phase, with
carnauba and polypropylene, tend to and may raise flammability, health and the water suspended as droplets.
have higher melting points. They provide environmental issues. Emulsifiers for this type of system
a harder film finish and promote good have a hydrophilic/hydrophobic balance
Volatile silicones are an alternative to favoring the oil phase, e.g., silicone
gloss, color intensity and durability. these traditional solvents. Volatile emulsifiers. For best results, the water
pg 4
and oil phases are blended separately, well as reduce the phase separation. The or other ingredients is too great as this
and then the water phase is slowly presence of aminofunctional silicones tends to favor water-in-oil emulsions and
added to the oil phase using a mixer provides a richer, thicker end product can actually prevent oil-in-water polishes
that provides high shear. With some with this emulsion type. from forming properly.
formulations it is possible to blend the With oil-in-water formulations, the If the emulsion forms, but is prone to
phases in a certain order in one vessel. aqueous phase may be thickened with settling or breaking, thickening the
Silicone emulsifiers represent a natural gums, cellulose gums or acrylic emulsion will often enhance the stability.
unique material for use in water-in-oil acid polymers. Magnesium aluminium This may be accomplished by thickening
polish formulations. These lipophilic silicates provide minimum thickening, the external phase with gums or acrylic
materials produce very stable, shear- but tend to reduce powder settlement. acid polymers.
thickened emulsions. In addition, they This is of particular benefit in spray-
are thixotropic, providing excellent and-wipe formulations where lower 4.1.2 Water-in-oil Polishes
application ease. The inherent lubricating viscosity is desired. Probably the most common type of
nature of the silicone improves rubout. instability in water-in-oil polishes is
As emulsifiers they can provide better 3.7 Biocides
“oiling out” of the phases. This condition
shine than their organic counterparts Microbes can spoil polishes, causing occurs because of the natural tendency
due to compatibility with active residual breakdown of the product as indicated by of the less dense solvents to collect at the
material in the polish film. a color change or offensive odor. Microbes top of the polish, but can normally be
Emulsions defined by their ionic can also affect the packaging of the polish redispersed by agitation such as shaking.
character are either anionic, nonionic by distorting the container. Microbial To eliminate this tendency, the emulsion
or cationic. An anionic emulsion particle testing must be undertaken to verify can be made extra thick to reduce the
shows a net negative charge typical of the whether the product needs protecting. mobility of the phases. Alternatively,
formulations, based on the saponification steps can be taken to make the phases
3.8 Miscellaneous more compatible, for example by adding
of a fatty acid such as oleic acid and an
alkali. Nonionic emulsions show no net Other additives may be added to the a hydrophilic co-surfactant.
charge and are typical of the emulsions, polish as desired. For example, coloring Also, applying more shear will reduce
based on alcohol ethoxylates. Cationic agents can be added to shade the polish, the particle size of the emulsion and
emulsion particles have a net positive while fragrances give an attractive smell. thicken the polish. It is possible however
charge similar to the alkyl quaternary Both are typically incorporated at 0.1-0.2% to overshear the polish and make the
compounds, giving good wetting and by weight (higher levels of fragrance can particles too small, consuming the
substantivity properties as well as affect stability). In other situations the surfactant and contributing to instability.
synergy with silicones. coloring agent (pigment or dye) is added When using silicone emulsifiers, adding
in larger amounts to create “colored 0.5-1.0 of a water-soluble electrolyte, such
The key to making stable polishes is
polishes.” Other resins, such as acrylic and as sodium citrate, in the water phase can
using the right level of emulsifier, correct
polyurethane, can be incorporated at low substantially enhance stability.
HLB value and chemical type for the
levels to increase the immediate water
system – with the ingredients added
resistance (not repellency). However, 4.2 Performance Issues
in the proper order. Oleic acid and a
compatibility needs to be determined. 4.2.1 Streaking Problems
volatile amine can be used together
because this combination leaves no Streaking is generally defined as marks or
4. Formulation Tips
residual surfactant on the surface and imperfections in the polish film that are
therefore avoids re-emulsification. 4.1 Stability Problems immovable, or hard to move, with simple
Substituting a higher-molecular-weight 4.1.1 Oil-in-water polishes rubbing. In extreme cases streaking
fatty acid, such as stearic, for the oleic Many different stability problems occur appears as harder swirl marks where the
can increase the emulsion viscosity and in oil-in-water polishes, but the most polish was originally applied. Generally
improve stability. common ones can be remedied fairly there are two main causes for streaking:
easily. One such problem occurs when • The film-forming ingredients
3.6 Thickeners the emulsifying system is the reaction cannot level and spread well.
A variety of thickeners are commonly product of a reactive amine source with
• The film-forming ingredients
used in polish formulations to a fatty acid. If there is interference with
interfere with each other.
provide better stability and improved this reaction, there will be insufficient
consistency. For maximum efficiency, the surfactant to emulsify the internal The first cause is usually manifested
external phase should be thickened with phase. It is advisable to combine the by insufficient drying time, improper
no more thickener used than necessary. reactants in the same phase (usually solvent choice or improper application
the oil phase) and allow them to pre- conditions. Allowing too little or too
In a water-in-oil system, a solvent-based
react before adding reactive ingredients much drying time can have negative
thickener such as bentonite clay can
such as aminofunctional silicones or effects on the polish film. It is important
be used. This will increase the viscosity
neutralizing agents. Problems also occur to choose appropriate solvents as well
and improve the product consistency as
when the amine content of silicones as the proper phase ratios (water phase
pg 5
versus oil phase) to provide a drying time is usually caused by overdeposition of film and left on the surface. This reduces
that allows the polish active ingredients higher-viscosity active ingredients. One the wet look.
to wet out to a thin, uniform film. solution is to reduce the level of high-
viscosity ingredients such as silicones 4.2.4 Durability versus Ease of Use
Polishes that dry too quickly tend to leave
and other materials, or change the Waxes were the first reasonably
a film that varies in thickness over the
ratio of low and high-viscosity actives. durable polish components and were
surface. This creates a film with poor
The choice and level of powders can applied from solvent over the surface,
gloss properties because the actives do
play a significant part in the amount then buffed to a smooth appearance.
not have time to wet out prior to solvent
of material left behind on the surface. The harder the wax the better the
evaporation. This is especially the case for
This can be optimized by trying to durability but the harder it was to buff.
higher-viscosity and reactive silicones.
incrementally increase or decrease Polydimethylsiloxanes were introduced
Polishes that are left to dry for too long powder and active levels, but this too to help lubricate waxes and allowed
may also yield a non-uniform film with is a bit of a balancing act and requires easier buffing, but these compromised
poor gloss and color enhancement. perseverance. Every ingredient added durability. The solution was curable
This is because after the solvent has or subtracted in a formulation can affect silicones, which allow easy application,
evaporated, the remaining actives the final properties and physical form of spreading and buffing. They then cure in
cannot be buffed to a smooth finish – a polish. place and become more durable.
especially if the materials have begun
to crosslink and anchor to the surface. 4.2.3 Gloss and Color The curable silicones used in automotive
Environmental conditions (primarily polishes are normally aminofunctional
These properties are a function of ones. The requirement is to apply as
temperature and humidity) affect the several factors of a formulation as well
required drying times; on warm surfaces much as needed for good durability
as the conditions and surface where it while retaining good gloss and ease
the solvent evaporates too quickly is applied. Gloss can be measured by
for reactive polymers to wet out. It is of use. Low-viscosity aminofunctional
reflectance properties and clarity of silicones are more reactive and more
important to consider these factors when image, while color is assessed from such
choosing the solvent or solvent blend durable, but do not provide significant
factors as hue, lightness and saturation. levels of gloss or lubricity. By blending
for your formulation. In most cases
a polydimethylsiloxane will be more “Clarity of image” is how well the finish with higher-viscosity aminofunctional
flexible than a reactive polymer, and can shows details of the reflected image. A silicones or polydimethylsiloxanes, the
accommodate a variety of drying times. common way to assess clarity is to hold best balance of durability and ease of use
If these measures do not eliminate the a ruler or printed page perpendicular to can be achieved.
problem, then a wetting agent should the surface of the paint and observe the The typical ratio of reactive amino-silicones
be tried at low dosage levels, typically reflected markings and letters on the used in traditional polishes is 4 to 6 parts
0.1-0.3%. Silicone polyethers are effective paint. This is usually affected by how high viscosity to 1 part lower viscosity.
wetting agents used in small quantities; smooth the surface is. A film-former This balance can be adjusted to affect
they reduce the tendency to re-emulsify, that is smeary can cause unevenness in ease of application, buffing, gloss and
and avoid incompatibility problems. the image and can distort the image. durability. Small, incremental changes are
However, a film-former that is too rigid, best, because altering one property can
The second cause of streaking (i.e., the or one that dried too quickly, can cause
film-forming ingredients interfering with affect another.
a spotty or mottled deposition, also
each other) can be more difficult to resolve.
An approach would be to eliminate each
resulting in distortion. Clarity can be 5. Notes on Formulations Shown
improved by blending different film-
ingredient in turn to determine the source 5.1. U
nless stated, all quantities are in
formers; by choosing slower- or faster-
of the interference. Sometimes the final percentage parts by weight.
drying solvents; or by using a very fine
film may be compatible, but in getting grade of powder to polish the surface to 5.2. A
ll formulations are for illustrative
to that film, there may be stages where a smooth finish. purposes only and have been
ingredients interfere with each other and subjected to limited stability tests.
cause streaking. In this case, choosing Color intensity is often referred to as
You should perform your own
coalescing solvents that help solubilize “jetting” or “wet look” and is influenced
stability and performance tests.
all of the active ingredients can help. by the type of film-former used. Thicker
films (e.g., higher-viscosity silicones) will 5.3. W
hile Dow endeavors to provide
Finally, it must be said that streaking is usually help the jetting but this can be up-to-date information on all the
not an easy problem to solve, so plenty carried too far and result in smearing. toxicological aspects of its products,
of persistence is required. Hard waxes have the same benefits and it cannot provide such information
problems as high-viscosity silicones but on other ingredients mentioned in
4.2.2 Smearing
have the disadvantage of being difficult the formulations. As the formulations
Smearing is the tendency of a polish film to buff. In some instances, where a high themselves have not been subjected
to be too mobile. This can contribute level of reactive silicones or hard waxes to safety tests, formulators must
to a more hazy appearance, and show is used, it is possible for some of the satisfy themselves that their final
fingerprints or an oily look. Smearing powder residues to be trapped in the products are safe and compliant with
current legislation.
pg 6
5.4. Note that these are representative The developed polishes presented by emulsions can be incorporated to impart
formulations only and are Dow have been formulated to satisfy one durability to these products. Notice
not commercialized products. of the requirements in the table below: that some aminofunctional silicone
Information and data contained emulsions have cationic surfactants.
in the formulations are based on Condition of Painted Surface Choose nonionic or cationic emulsions
information Dow believes to be Slightly when combining with these emulsions.
New Good
reliable, but Dow does not warrant Weathered
The recommended silicone actives
merchantability, fitness for use, Abrasive 0-5% 5-12% 10-15% content for tire dressings and protectants
performance or efficacy. It is the formulations is 15-25%.
Poly Poly
formulator’s obligation to test Durable
Wax
Sealant Sealant
Conditioner Silicone polyethers such as XIAMETER™
any application and to conclude Liquid Paste
satisfactory performance and safety OFX-5211 Fluid can be utilized to enhance
Semi-
Hard Wax “Polish” - wetting properties for these products.
tests before commercialization. Durable
Suggestions of uses should not be The recommendation is to use 0.1-0.3%
Temporary Instant - -
taken as inducements to infringe depending on how difficult to wet the
any particular patent. surface is.
6. Tire Care and Protectants Elastomer emulsions and dispersions,
5.5. Please note that certain
aminofunctional siloxanes can Tire dressings, also known as tire silicone polyethers and silicone waxes
display acute toxicity via aerosol renovators, and protectants, also known can help to create innovative look and
inhalational exposure. Safety data as vinyl dressings, have the purpose of feel finishes such as soft or dry feel.
sheets should be referred to before enhancing the appearance of rubber and These types of silicones can help to
handling and formulating with plastic surfaces. These products can be formulate non-oily-feel products.
these products. water- or solvent-based. Protectants are Solvent-based tire dressings can be
typically water-based products. Silicone formulated following the recommended
5.6. Soft water should be used for all
emulsions made of polydimethylsiloxane ratios found in section 3.1 (Silicones). The
formulations.
fluids can be combined to achieve desired same principles found in polishes on
5.7. Biocides have not been shown but gloss levels. It is recommended to start how to achieve different levels of gloss
all formulations should be subjected with emulsions made of intermediate- apply to tire dressings.
to microbial testing. Coloring agents viscosity fluids and use emulsions made
and fragrances may also be included of high-viscosity fluids to improve depth
at low addition levels. of gloss. Aminofunctional silicone
pg 7
Table I: Application Selector Guide
Target Application →
Exterior Wax, Conditioner
Benefit ↓ Wash and Rinse Aid and Sealant Exterior Trim Protectant Upholstery Care
Gloss DOWSIL™ FZ-4658 XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349
XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346
XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1015 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1015 Emulsion Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1865 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1865 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0039 Emulsion
Durability XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion
DOWSIL™ FZ-4658 DOWSIL™ BY 22-749 SR Emulsion DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS
XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion
Ease of Use XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion
Water Beading DOWSIL™ FZ-4658 DOWSIL™ BY 22-749 SR Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion
Water-based
Leveling XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0039 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0039 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion
Paintability XIAMETER™ MEM-5009 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-5009 Emulsion
DOWSIL™ 2418 Release Emulsion DOWSIL™ 2418 Release Emulsion
Wetting XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS
Slip XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1716 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1865 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1865 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion
Color Enhancement DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1865 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1865 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion
pg 8
Interior Trim Renovator Leather Conditioner Glass Care Vinyl Protectant Tire Care
XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ OFX-0193 Fluid XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1015 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0039 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0039 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1015 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0039 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1015 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1716 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion
DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion DOWSIL™ BY 22-729 EX Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1716 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1716 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ OFX-0193 Fluid XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0039 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion
DOWSIL™ 2418 Release Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-5009 Emulsion
DOWSIL™ 2418 Release Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ OFX-5211 Fluid XIAMETER™ MEM-1716 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ OFX-0193 Fluid XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS
XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1716 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS XIAMETER™ MEM-1716 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1716 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0062 Emulsion PS
XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion
DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1865 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1865 Emulsion DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion
XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion
pg 9
Target Application →
Exterior Wax, Conditioner
Benefit ↓ Wash and Rinse Aid and Sealant Exterior Trim Protectant Upholstery Care
Gloss XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
(350-1,000 cSt) (350-1,000 cSt)
XIAMETER™ OFX-0531 Fluid XIAMETER™ OFX-0531 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent
DOWSIL™ 2-1912 Fluid DOWSIL™ 2-1912 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax
Durability XIAMETER™ OFX-8630 Fluid XIAMETER™ OFX-0536 Fluid DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent
XIAMETER™ OFX-0531 Fluid DOWSIL™ 593 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent DOWSIL™ 2-1912 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 2-1912 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 593 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax
XIAMETER™ OFX-8630 Fluid
Ease of Use XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
(50-1,000 cSt) (50-1,000 cSt)
XIAMETER™ OFX-0531 Fluid XIAMETER™ OFX-0531 Fluid
Water Beading XIAMETER™ PMX-0245 DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent DOWSIL™ 593 Fluid DOWSIL™ FBL-0563
Cyclopentasiloxane DOWSIL™ 2-1912 Fluid XIAMETER™ OFX-0531 Fluid Formulated Blend
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-0531 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ OFX-0536 Fluid
XIAMETER™ OFX-8630 Silicone Fluid DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
Leveling XIAMETER™ PMX-0245 XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
Solvent-based
Cyclopentasiloxane DOWSIL™ 593 Fluid
Paintability DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax XIAMETER™ OFX-0203 Fluid
XIAMETER™ OFX-0203 Fluid XIAMETER™ OFX-0230 Fluid
XIAMETER™ OFX-0230 Fluid
Dry Finish DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax
Wetting XIAMETER™ PMX-0245 XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200
Cyclopentasiloxane Silicone Fluid
Slip XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200
Silicone Fluid
Color Enhancement XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
(10,000-60,000 cSt) (10,000-60,000 cSt)
pg 10Interior Trim Renovator Leather Conditioner Glass Care Vinyl Protectant Tire Care
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
(350-1,000 cSt) (350-1,000 cSt) (350-1,000 cSt) (350-1,000 cSt)
DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax
DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
(12,500-60,000 cSt)
XIAMETER™ OFX-8630 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent
DOWSIL™ 593 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 2-1912 Fluid
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
(50-1,000 cSt) (50-1,000 cSt) (50-1,000 cSt) (50-1,000 cSt)
DOWSIL™ 593 Fluid DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid DOWSIL™ 2-1912 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 2-1912 Fluid DOWSIL™ 593 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
Silicone Fluid
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-0244 Cyclotetrasiloxane
Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-0245 Cyclopentasiloxane
DOWSIL™ OS-2 Silicone Cleaner and Solvent
XIAMETER™ OFX-0203 Fluid DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax XIAMETER™ OFX-0203 Fluid XIAMETER™ OFX-0230 Fluid
XIAMETER™ OFX-0230 Fluid XIAMETER™ OFX-0230 Fluid XIAMETER™ OFX-0203 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax
DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-0244 Cyclotetrasiloxane
Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-0245 Cyclopentasiloxane
XIAMETER™ PMX-0345 Siloxane Blend
DOWSIL™ OS-2 Silicone Cleaner and Solvent
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
Silicone Fluid
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid
Silicone Fluid (10,000-60,000 cSt) (10,000-60,000 cSt)
(10,000-60,000 cSt)
pg 11Table II: Water-based Product Comparison Comparison Ratings1
Currently
Available in These Functions, Benefits and
Description Geographic Areas Product Recommendations Shine Durability
Silicone Fluid Americas, Asia XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion Preferred for water-based formulations, •••• •••
Emulsion these emulsions and microemulsions
Americas, Asia XIAMETER™ MEM-0039 Emulsion •• ••
offer significant advantages when
Americas XIAMETER™ MEM-1171 Emulsion formulating flexibility is desirable; •••• ••
good compatibility; good surface
Americas abrasion characteristics; good gloss, •• •••
minimum smear; for use in automotive
polishes and rubber/vinyl protectant
formulations, cleaning properties;
Americas XIAMETER™ MEM-1101 Emulsion provide proven performance, reliable ••• ••
quality and speed to market; the small
Europe XIAMETER™ MEM-0346 Emulsion particle size of the microemulsion •••• •••
products offers better penetration,
Europe XIAMETER™ MEM-1473 Emulsion •••• •••
improved wetting out, more consistent
Global XIAMETER™ MEM-0347G Emulsion coatings. ••• ••
Europe XIAMETER™ MEM-1015 Emulsion •••• •••
Global DOWSIL™ HV 495 Emulsion •••• ••••
Silicone Fluid Global XIAMETER™ MEM-1716 Emulsion ••• ••
Microemulsion
Global XIAMETER™ MEM-1865 Emulsion •• •••
Amino Functional Global XIAMETER™ MEM-8035 Emulsion Provide outstanding bonding and ••• ••••
Silicone adhesion properties to automotive
Emulsion finishes, allowing repeated washings
and adverse weather conditions.
Alkylaryl Global XIAMETER™ MEM-5009 Emulsion Have properties similar to •• ••
Functional intermediate-viscosity fluids, but with
Silicone alkyl functionality; serve as actives
Emulsion for leather conditioners; provide
Europe DOWSIL™ 2418 Release Emulsion preferred technologies to formulate ••• •••
products for body shop use.
Amino Emulsion Japan DOWSIL™ BY 22-729 Provides durability to tire treatment •• ••••
Silicone EX Emulsion products.
Emulsion
Resin Emulsion Japan DOWSIL™ BY 22-729 Provides durable water repellency ••• ••••
to liquid car polish products, tire
treatment products.
Amino Japan DOWSIL™ FZ-4658 Provides durable water repellency to ••• ••••
Microemulsion shampoo for automated car washes;
the small particle size prevents
blockage in the pipes of the washing
mechanism.
1. omparison Ratings (••••• = Best, • = Moderate). Note: Ratings are a preliminary guideline only. See product data sheets for detailed information.
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All tested products have been tested at 5% actives on automotive panels using a suitable solvent.
pg 12Comparison Ratings1
Compliant
Viscosity, cSt2 with European
(‡polymer viscosity Detergent
Ease of for the emulsion Emulsifier Free of APEO Regulations EC
Use Wetting Slip products) % Actives Type Surfactants 648/2004 Notes
•••• ••• •• 350 ‡
60 Nonionic Yes Yes
••• •• • 350‡ 35 Nonionic Yes Yes
•••• ••• ••• approximately 550‡ 50 Nonionic Low-odor
••• ••• •• 1,000‡ 60 Slightly Yes Emulsifiers
catwwionic are readily
biodegradable
••• ••• ••• 125,000‡ 60 Anionic Yes
•••• ••• •• 350 ‡
60 Nonionic Yes Yes
••• ••• • 400 50 Nonionic Yes Yes
•••• ••• • OH Functional 60 Nonionic Yes Yes
•••• ••• ••• 1,000‡ 60 Slightly Yes Yes
anionic
• ••• •• 100,000‡ 35 Anionic Yes Yes
•• •• •••• 10,000 ‡
30 Cationic Yes Yes Clear
translucent
•• •• •••• 12,500‡ 25 Anionic / Yes Yes Translucent
nonionic
•• • •••• - 35 Cationic Yes Yes
••• ••• •• - 50 Nonionic Yes Emulsifiers
are readily
biodegradable
••• ••• • - 50 Nonionic Yes No
• • •• 20 Nonionic Yes
•••• ••• •• 70 Nonionic Yes
•••• ••• ••• 15 Nonionic Yes Yes Translucent
gray
pg 13Table III: Solvent-based Product Comparison
Currently
Available in These
Description Geographic Areas Product Functions, Benefits and Recommendations
Volatile Global XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Volatile, low-viscosity fluids designed for use as carriers, high-performance
Silicone Silicone Fluid, 0.65 cSt non-VOC3 solvents and cleaning aids in a wide range of automotive polish
Global DOWSIL™ OS-2 Silicone formulations; effective wetting properties deliver actives to the automotive
Cleaner and Solvent surface; slip, water repellency and gloss characteristics are present for a
limited time; replace mineral seal oil in rinse aids; effective microemulsions
Global XIAMETER™ PMX-1184 can be achieved when combined with silicone surfactants.
Silicone Fluid
Global XIAMETER™ PMX-0244
Cyclotetrasiloxane
Global XIAMETER™ PMX-0245
Cyclopentasiloxane
Global XIAMETER™ PMX-0345
Cyclosiloxane Blend
Silicone Fluid Global XIAMETER™ PMX-200 High-viscosity fluids provide excellent depth of gloss and improvements
Silicone Fluid in durability and water resistance; useful in solvent-based formulations;
blend of intermediate- and high-viscosity fluids recommended to achieve
a good balance in gloss, application ease and rub-out; a 3:1:1 ratio of 350,
1,000 and 12,500 cSt products optimizes shine and durability; products are
available in emulsion form.
Amino Global XIAMETER™ OFX-0531 Fluid Offering enhanced durability, detergent resistance and corrosion resistance;
Functional offered in crosslinkable (curable) and non-crosslinkable versions; curable
Global XIAMETER™ OFX-0536 Fluid
Silicone products produce a continuous film; non-crosslinkable products offer
Global XIAMETER™ OFX-8630 Fluid excellent stability and shelf life; deposit and adhere strongly to automobile
finishes, chrome and aluminum surfaces.
Alkylaryl Global XIAMETER™ OFX-0203 Fluid Have properties similar to intermediate-viscosity fluids, but with alkyl
Functional functionality; serve as actives for leather conditioners; provide preferred
Global XIAMETER™ OFX-0230 Fluid
Fluid technologies to formulate products for body shop use.
Silicone Global DOWSIL™ 2-5088 Wax Serves as active for leather conditioners; provides preferred technologies to
Wax formulate products for body shop use; serves as an ingredient for hard waxes,
paintable polishes, wax conditioners, polishes and polymer sealants.
Emulsifier Global XIAMETER™ OFX-0190 Fluid Cleaning and wetting properties; lubricity in glass cleaners; ability to
Wetting be used in water-in-oil and water-in-silicone emulsions makes them
Global XIAMETER™ OFX-0193 Fluid
Agent unique to formulate non-VOC products; XIAMETER™ OFX-0190 Fluid,
Global DOWSIL™ 3225 C XIAMETER™ OFX-0193 Fluid and XIAMETER™ OFX-3667 Fluid are suited
Formulation Aid for cosurfactants; XIAMETER™ OFX-0193 Fluid for anti-fog applications;
DOWSIL™ 3225C Formulation Aid for water-in-silicone emulsions;
Global XIAMETER™ OFX-3667 Fluid
DOWSIL™ 5200 Formulation Aid for water-in-oil emulsions.
Global DOWSIL™ 5200 Formulation
Aid
Silicone Resin Global DOWSIL™ 593 Fluid Long-lasting water durability and repellency that protects automotive
surfaces; preferred when enhanced water beading is desired; some can
Global DOWSIL™ FBL-0563
Formulated Blend
be reacted with catalyst agents to formulate fabric water repellents.
Global DOWSIL™ 2-1912 Fluid
Global DOWSIL™ 3527 Release Agent
1. omparison Ratings (••••• = Best; • = Moderate). Note: Ratings are a preliminary guideline only. See product data sheets for
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detailed information. All tested products have been tested at 5% actives on automotive panels using a suitable solvent.
2. The above information is not intended for use in preparing product specifications. Contact Dow before writing specifications.
3. VOC = Volatile Organic Compounds, according to the U.S. Clean Air Act. Contact Dow for product compliance in your area.
4. California Air Resources Board.
pg 14Comparison Ratings1
Viscosity,
Shine Durability Ease of Use Wetting Slip cSt2 % Actives Notes
••••• ••••• 0.65 100 Volatile carrier; CARB4 compliant
•••• 0.78 100
1.6 100 Not tested for comparison ratings
2.5 100 Volatile carrier; CARB4 compliant;
not tested for comparison ratings
••••• ••••• 4.0 100 Volatile carrier; CARB4 compliant
••••• ••••• 5.0 100 Volatile carrier; CARB4 compliant
•••• •• •••• •••• ••••• 50 - 1,000 100
•••• •••• •• • •••• 10,000 - 100
60,000
••••• ••• ••• •• • 160 50
•• ••••• ••• • •• 40 100
• •••• ••• •• •• 500 100
••• ••• ••• ••• • 1,200 100 Not tested for comparison ratings
1,125 - 100
1,645
•••• •••• •• • - 100 Melt at 70°C prior to use
2,000 100 Not tested for comparison ratings
• ••••• ••••• • 400 100
• • ••• ••• • 700 100
200 - 500 100 Not tested for comparison ratings
•••• • •• •• • 2,500 100
•• •• •••• •••• ••• 700 100
7 42 Air-drying, air-curing; imparts a
high degree of water repellency on
natural and synthetic fabrics; not
tested for comparison ratings
•••• •• •••• •••• ••• 700 100
••• ••• ••• ••• •• 2,000 100
pg 15Reformulate Your Tire and Vinyl Dressings with
Products from Dow and Avoid Costly Fines
Dow C.A.R.B. – Compliant Solutions for Automotive Surfaces
Failure to comply with the California Air vehicles and making them look like decision to switch from your current
Resources Board’s (C.A.R.B.’s) volatile organic new. And they rely on your vinyl and solvent to slow-drying Isopar affin
compound (VOC) limits could cost you up to tire dressings to help them do just that. solvents, for example, could short-change
$50,000 per day in fines. We understand how difficult it can be to your product (and your customers) in
reformulate solvent-based dressings that critical performance benefits.
The good news is that Dow can help you comply with environmental regulations Dow offers solutions that can help you
easily reformulate your products to meet without sacrificing the performance your
customers have come to expect. • Control your wetting properties
C.A.R.B. requirements.
and drying time
A Challenging Task Reliable Solutions • Enhance color for that new-car
Effective January 1, 2003, non-aerosol Dow can offer you reliable solutions showroom look
automotive rubber and vinyl protectants that deliver both high performance and • Modify shine and durability
sold in the state of California required C.A.R.B. compliance.
• Make your product easier to apply
a maximum VOC limit of 3 percent. There are many ways to reformulate,
(To learn more about how C.A.R.B. including cost-inviting water-based We have prepared sample formulations
regulations impact your business, read formulas and VOC-exempt solvent to show you how easy it is to formulate a
our Tip Sheet on California regulations alternatives. However, many of these VOC-exempt Fast Dry tire dressing using
for auto appearance products.) Today’s solutions come with trade-offs. The XIAMETER™ PMX-1077 Fluid. Compare
consumers enjoy beautifying their the outstanding results Dow delivers
pg 16(Figure 1) to the results obtained using an content. There is a fee for these services,
Isopar affin-based formula (Figure 2). but they can save you money, time, and
Keep your business
trouble by helping you avoid violations
Or, if a water-based formula is an
and costly fines. moving forward.
option for you, try the XIAMETER™
MEM-0349 Emulsion multi-surface Copies of our California regulations Tip
Save money, time, and
dressing formulation with vertical Sheet and C.A.R.B.-compliant prototype trouble with Dow
clinging properties (Figure 3). formulations are available from your Service Solutions.
Dow representative.
Compare the Alternatives
Figure 4: Drying-Time Chart – VOC-exempt solvents are shown in purple
The drying-time chart (Figure 4) lets
you compare the performance of Dow’s Comparison of Volatile Siloxanes and Common Solvents
Thin-Film Drying Time on Metal Surface
volatile siloxanes vs. common organic-
based solvents. As you can see, an organic-
based VOC-exempt solvent may not meet 100
DOWSIL™ OS-2 Silicone
your formulation requirements. Dow’s Cleaner & Solvent
VOC-exempt fluids, on the other hand, 80
IPA
Isopar H
can give you the flexibility you need to
% Weight Remaining
O.M. SPIRITS
formulate compliant products that live
XIAMETERTM PMX-0245
up to your customers’ expectations. 60
Cyclopentasiloxane
XIAMETER™ PMX-0345
Need to know if your product or Cyclosiloxane Blend
proposed formulation will stand up to a 40
XIAMETER™ PMX-200
C.A.R.B. inspection? Silicone Fluid, 2 cSt
Isopar M
Dow Analytical Services has the 20 XIAMETER™ PMX-200
Silicone Fluid, 5 cSt
capability to analyze for water content,
ammonium content, prohibited
0
compounds, ketones, and alcohols to 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140
help you determine if you are meeting
Time (minutes)
the C.A.R.B. guidelines for volatile See product datasheet for more information.
Figure 1: Tire treated with Tire Dressing Formula TP-750 Figure 2: Tire treated with Tire Dressing Formula TP-770 Figure 3: Tire treated with Water-Based Tire Dressing Formula
(XIAMETER™ PMX-1077 Fluid), Form No. 26-1613 (Isopar affin), Form No. 26-1615 IP-580 (XIAMETER™ MEM-0349 Emulsion), Form No. 26-1616
pg 17Tip Sheet for California Regulations
for Auto Appearance Products
The California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) has a Consumer New York:
Products Compliance Program that implements regulations and • www.dec.ny.gov/regs/2492.html
ensures compliance for the amount of volatile organic compounds
(VOCs) in consumer products. • www.dec.ny.gov/regs/4201.html
WHO is impacted by these regulations? New Jersey:
Companies that manufacture, distribute and/or sell consumer Subchapter 24: Prevention of Air Pollution from Consumer
products for both retail sales and institutional sales in the state Products and Subchapter 16: Control and Prohibition of Air
of California. Pollution by Volatile Organic Compounds
Because both retail sales and institutional use are included • www.state.nj.us/dep/aqm/rules.html#27
in these regulations, it is important to know the difference
Pennsylvania:
between these categories.
• www.dep.state.pa.us/dep/deputate/airwaste/aq/regs/regs.htm
In retail sale the end formula is purchased for personal use by
a consumer at a retail store, such as a gas station, retail chain • www.pacode.com/secure/data/00.25/chapter130/s130.211.html
or auto specialty store. Whereas with institutional use the end
Virginia
formula is purchased by a company such as a car dealership,
body shop, rental car agency or car wash and the user is an 9VAC5-40-7270. Standard for volatile organic compounds
employee of that company. • http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.
exe?000+reg+9VAC5-40-7270
WHAT auto products are affected and
WHEN do the regulations become effective? Delaware
The table on page 19 is a partial list from the Consumer Regulation No. 1141: Limiting Emissions of Volatile Organic
Products Program. Compounds from Consumer and Commercial Products
WHERE can I find more information about these • http://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/
regulations? title7/1000/1100/1141.shtml
Visit www.arb.ca.gov for more information on the Consumer District of Columbia
Products Program of the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.).
Chapter 7 – Volatile Organic Compounds
WHY are some solvents classified as “VOC-exempt”? • http://ddoe.dc.gov/ddoe/frames.asp?doc=/ddoe/lib/ddoe/
There are two ways a solvent can be classified as “VOC-exempt” information2/air.reg.leg/chapter7revised.pdf
for the California Consumer Products Program. First, if a
solvent is a low vapor pressure or high boiling point compound, Maine
it is considered exempt. These solvents are called “LVP-VOC” Bureau of Air Quality
compounds and are dramatically slower to dry than traditional Chapter 152: Control of Emissions of Volatile Organic
solvents used in auto appearance products (such as odorless Compounds from Consumer Products
mineral spirits). Second, there is a small family of fast-drying
• www.maine.gov/dep/air/regulations/docs/CHAP152%20
solvents that have been exempted by the California Consumer
Consumer%20Products%202007.pdf
Products Program. Dow volatile methyl siloxanes are recognized
as being non-ozone-depleting; they are exempt from U.S. Chapter 159: Control of Volatile Organic Compounds from
EPA VOC regulations and are also exempt by the California Adhesives and Sealants
Consumer Products Program. • www.maine.gov/dep/air/regulations/recentlyadopted.htm
ARE OTHER STATES adopting these or similar standards? Maryland
YES, various states in the country are or have already adopted Code of Maryland Regulations 26.11.32 Control of Emissions of
these standards. Consult the specific state regulations on air Volatile Organic Compounds from Consumer Products
quality or air resources of your concern. Below, we offer links to
• www.mde.state.md.us/ResearchCenter/laws_regs/
assist you.
procreg_26_11_32_033007.asp
• www.mde.state.md.us/ResearchCenter/laws_regs/index.asp
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