The iterative development of multi-functional segmented textile silicone oil technology, adapting to various fabrics to open up incremental space.
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The iterative development of multi-functional segmented textile silicone oil technology, adapting to various fabrics to open up incremental space.
1.The fourth-generation block silicone oil has been launched, addressing the performance shortcomings of traditional products.
The textile silicone oil has completed its fourth-generation technological upgrade. The new block-modified silicone oil precisely regulates its molecular structure to balance softness, hydrophilicity and water-wash resistance. The old amino silicone oil often causes fabric yellowing and poor breathability, while the polyether-modified products have a drawback of feeling dry. The new generation of products introduces multi-functional group block structures, which do not turn yellow under high-temperature setting, and still maintain a fluffy and smooth texture after multiple water washes, suitable for all types of fiber fabrics.
2. Specialized formulations for fabrics are scaled up, demand for recycled fibers surges
As eco-friendly fibers such as lyocell, bamboo fiber, and recycled polyester gain popularity, the demand for specialized silicone oil formulations has rapidly increased. Low affinity silicone oil developed for recycled cellulose fibers does not clog the fiber pores and retains the original breathable characteristics of the fabric; the silicone oil specifically for sports and quick-drying fabrics has three functions: softness, coolness, and anti-static properties. The demand for related specialized additives for this market segment is expected to increase by 15% year-on-year in 2026. In emerging textile sectors such as automotive interiors and medical non-woven fabrics, custom silicone oil orders continue to expand.
3. The multi-effect cleaning solution is widely adopted, helping dyeing enterprises reduce costs and increase efficiency.
This new multi-functional silicone oil is compatible with various processes such as dyeing, fixation, and softening, enabling one-bath processing. It eliminates the need for multiple water washes and dryings, effectively reducing water and energy consumption as well as labor costs in dyeing factories. The product has good compatibility with various types of reactive, disperse, and acid dyes, without affecting the color fastness of the fabric. Dark and printed fabrics maintain clear patterns and are less prone to bleeding after use. Small and medium-sized dyeing workshops can directly start production without needing to replace equipment, and the overall cost of auxiliaries is reduced by more than 10%.
4. Digital molecular design accelerates the new product development cycle
The industry has adopted AI molecular simulation technology to shorten the development cycle of new silicone oil formulas. Previously, it took several months of experimentation to fine-tune a specific silicone oil for a certain fabric. The digital system can simulate core indicators such as molecular attachment, water washing durability, and high-temperature stability in advance, and select the optimal synthesis plan. Intelligent online monitoring equipment is also used in silicone oil production, improving the stability of batch performance, helping textile enterprises stabilize the quality of finished fabric products and supporting the new textile production model of small orders with quick responses.