Antifoaming agent/Defoamer
Antifoaming agents, also known as defoamers, are chemical additives designed to control or eliminate foam formation in various industrial processes. Foam can hinder the efficiency of operations in industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, wastewater treatment, and chemical manufacturing. Antifoaming agents work by reducing surface tension or destabilizing foam bubbles, leading to their collapse or prevention of their formation. Common types of antifoaming agents include silicone-based compounds, mineral oils, fatty alcohols, and polyethylene glycols. Proper selection and dosage of antifoaming agents are essential to effectively control foam while ensuring compatibility with the process and minimizing adverse effects on product quality and equipment performance.
