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Superplasticizer (SMF)
Sulfonated melamine formaldehyde (SMF) high-range water reducer for concrete and cementitious mixes — improved dispersion, enhanced workability, and lower water demand for strength and durability performance.
Supply formats: flakes/powder (and solutions by arrangement)
Documentation: SDS / TDS / COA available on request
Lead time & origin options depend on lane & volume
Batch consistency
COA alignment and sampling options available for recurring lanes.
Technical support
Share cement type, w/c target, slump window, and temperature — we’ll align the grade.
Overview
SMF (sulfonated melamine formaldehyde) is a high-range water reducing admixture (HRWR) used to disperse cement particles, reduce water demand, and improve workability without sacrificing early strength development. It is commonly selected where a clean finish, reliable dispersion, and stable performance are required.
What it delivers
Improved slump/workability at a given water content, or reduced water at a constant slump target — supporting higher strength and tighter permeability.
Where it fits
Ready-mix, precast, grouts, mortar systems, and cementitious blends where higher flow and reduced w/c ratio are targeted.
How we quote
We quote by grade and packaging with export terms. Include destination and monthly volume for best landed cost.
Typical use cases
- High-workability concrete for pumping and placement
- Precast elements requiring surface quality and dimensional consistency
- Mortars and grouts requiring improved flow and reduced segregation risk
- Cement dispersion in certain specialty cementitious formulations
Performance depends on cement chemistry, fines content, temperature, mixing energy, and other admixtures. Provide your mix parameters for alignment.
Applications & performance notes
SMF is typically used as a dispersing agent in cementitious systems to improve particle dispersion and flow. Selection and dosage should be validated in your mix design under site temperature and aggregate conditions.
What you can expect
- Reduced water demand at a given workability (supports higher compressive strength)
- Improved mix cohesion and placement efficiency in many designs
- Better cement dispersion (can reduce bleeding/segregation when mix is properly balanced)
- Cleaner surfaces in many precast applications compared with conventional reducers
Compatibility considerations
Compatibility depends on cement composition (C3A/C3S balance, alkalis, sulfate form), SCMs, water quality, and the full admixture package. Always run lab trials and field validation.
- Verify performance with air-entraining agents and viscosity modifiers (if used)
- Check set time and slump retention at expected site temperatures
- Confirm that chloride/alkali limits align with your project specification and local standard
- Evaluate mixing sequence and dispersion (especially in low water mixes)
Tip
If you need long slump retention or very low dosage performance, consider quoting PCE as a benchmark alongside SMF.
Typical specifications & supply formats
Typical values depend on grade and manufacturer. We confirm on quotation and provide COA ranges (where available).
Appearance
Light yellow to brown flakes/powder (grade dependent)
Active content
By grade (confirm on offer & COA)
Solubility
Water soluble (verify dissolution protocol for your process)
Chloride content
Typically controlled for construction use (confirm limit on offer)
pH (solution)
Typical range by grade (confirm on offer)
Packaging
Bags / supersacks (standard). Palletization and export wrap available.
Documentation package
SDS • TDS • COA (batch-specific). Additional documents may include origin statements and packing list details as required.
Shelf life & storage
Store sealed in a dry, cool area away from moisture. Typical shelf life depends on packaging and humidity control (confirm on offer).
Handling
Use appropriate PPE and dust control during handling. Refer to SDS for safe handling and transport classification details.
Specifications may vary by batch, origin, and packaging selection. For regulated projects, share your target standard and acceptance criteria in the RFQ.
Packaging, logistics & commercial notes
We structure supply to reduce procurement friction: clear spec alignment, predictable packaging, and export-ready documentation. Tell us your destination and consumption cadence so we can propose the best lane (direct container, consolidated export, or local distribution where available).
Packaging options
Standard bags and supersacks. Palletized shipments and moisture-barrier wrap available for humid routes.
Shipping lanes
Quotation can be provided on EXW/FOB/CFR/CIF (as applicable). We’ll optimize for landed cost and lead time.
Quality controls
COA per batch. Sampling/retention approaches available for recurring purchases by agreement.
What impacts lead time
- Grade selection and packaging configuration
- Destination (port/warehouse) and routing constraints
- Documentation scope (COA, SDS, TDS, additional compliance documents)
- Quantity and shipment cadence (spot vs contract lane)
Commercial tip
If you buy monthly, share a 3-month rolling forecast. It improves pricing stability and allocation.
Quality, documentation & compliance support
We support qualification and procurement workflows with the documents you need for technical review. If your project references a specific standard, include it in your inquiry so we can align the correct grade and supplier lane.
Core documents
SDS • TDS • COA (batch specific)
Export paperwork
Packing list, commercial invoice, and other routine export documents (lane dependent)
Qualification support
Sampling pathways and typical ranges (where available) for your lab evaluation plan
Note: any project-specific compliance or certification requirements must be confirmed in writing during quotation and contracting.
Request a quotation
Send your requirements and we’ll return a quotation with spec alignment, packaging, lead time, and documentation scope. For faster turnaround, include destination and estimated monthly volume.
Typical quote includes
Grade • packaging • Incoterms • lead time • document pack • validity window
Response routing
We route inquiries by lane (construction chemicals) to match supplier and logistics constraints.
For trials
Ask for sample pathway and typical ranges; we’ll align to your evaluation plan.
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