Fluorosilicone oil empowers the functional innovation of textiles. Hydrophobic and stain-resistant fabrics have become a new market hotspot
With the upgrading of consumers' functional demands for textiles, fluorosilicone oil, with its unique low surface energy characteristics, has become the core material for functional modification in the textile industry. From outdoor clothing to daily home textiles, fabrics treated with fluorosilicone oil are reshaping the product landscape of the industry with their diverse advantages of being "waterproof, oil-resistant and stain-resistant".


1. Core features address the pain points in the textile industry
Fluorosilicone oil combines the softness of silicone with the hydrophobicity of fluorocarbons, and its surface tension can be as low as below 23 mN/m. The dense film it forms on the fabric surface can effectively prevent the penetration of moisture and oil stains, while not affecting the original breathability of the fabric. The treated fabric can maintain stable performance in an environment ranging from -50 ℃ to 200℃, and still retain its hydrophobic and anti-stain effect after more than 50 washes.


2. Diversified applications cover all scenarios of the textile industry
In the field of clothing, fluorosilicone oil, as a softener and hydrophobic agent, enables outdoor clothing to have both a soft touch and rainproof function. Water droplets on the fabric surface can directly slip off. Among home textile products, bedding and curtains that have been treated by it have the characteristics of being stain-resistant and easy to clean, reducing the frequency of daily care. In industrial textile scenarios, it can also be used as a lubricant for chemical fiber spinnerets and a lubricating additive for sewing threads, reducing the rate of thread breakage and wear during the production process.


3. Green processes promote sustainable development
The industry is focusing on the research and development of environmentally friendly fluorosilicone oil, and solvent-free and low-VOC products have become the mainstream direction. By optimizing the polymerization process and reducing pollutant emissions during production, some products have achieved a near-zero environmental footprint. Meanwhile, breakthroughs have been made in the research and development of degradable fluorosilicone oil, which not only meets functional requirements but also reduces the long-term environmental impact of waste fabrics.


4. Technological integration expands the boundaries of functions
Fluorosilicone oil is being compounded with functional components such as antibacterial and UV-resistant ones to develop multifunctional textile finishing agents. In the future, the molecular structure will be further optimized to enhance the hydrophobic and anti-stain performance while increasing the skin-friendliness and breathability of the fabric. With the integration of intelligent production technology, the research and development cycle of customized functional fabrics will be significantly shortened, better meeting the diverse demands of the market.