What it does
Improves wetting, spreading, and rinse behavior while controlling foam during agitation and spraying.
Product Specialty Additives
Wetting Agent (Low Foam)
Controlled-foam wetting agent that improves wetting and spreading on challenging substrates while reducing persistent foam in spray, circulation, and CIP systems.
Grades for low-foam performance across temperature & shear
Documentation: SDS / COA / TDS (as available) on request
Packaging: drums / IBC / bulk (as applicable)
Procurement note: “Low foam” is application-specific. Share your operating temperature, agitation (spray/pump), and formulation type so we can propose the most suitable grade.
Product overview
This product category is typically supplied as a low-foam nonionic wetting agent used to reduce surface tension, improve spreading, and accelerate wetting on difficult surfaces. It is commonly selected when standard surfactants generate excessive foam or leave foam that slows down rinsing and production throughput.
Where it fits
Alkaline cleaners, CIP solutions, spray systems, process baths, and detergent concentrates.
How it’s supplied
Multiple grades available (active levels and physical form depend on grade and origin).
If you already have a benchmark product, share the trade name or a few target properties (foam profile, cloud point, active %, viscosity) and we’ll match the lane.
Applications
Typical usage patterns. Share your process and constraints and we’ll align the right specification and documentation package.
- Spray cleaning and circulation systems (controlled foam)
- CIP / COP and industrial wash processes
- Alkaline cleaners and detergent concentrates (wetting + rinse)
- Metalworking and parts washing (soil penetration, low foam)
- Process additives where foaming limits throughput
Industrial & institutional cleaning
Floor care, degreasing, pressure washers, rinse aids, automatic cleaning systems.
Manufacturing & maintenance
Parts washers, machine cleaning, coolant system maintenance, process equipment washdowns.
Process formulations
Wetting in baths where foam disrupts pumps, sensors, filters, or rinse sections.
Typical specifications & formats
Values depend on grade and customer requirements. Confirm details on quotation (TDS/COA as available).
Type
Low-foam nonionic wetting agent (grade options available)
Typical form
Liquid (neat or aqueous solution depending on grade)
HLB / balance
Grade dependent (selected to match soil/emulsion needs)
Active content
Grade dependent (commonly supplied as neat or standardized solution)
Cloud point / phase
Grade dependent (important for hot wash / CIP systems)
Packaging
Drums, IBC, bulk (subject to origin and lane)
Documentation
SDS / COA; TDS and compliance statements on request (availability varies)
Selection inputs
Temperature, agitation, electrolyte load, target foam and rinse behavior
Compatibility note
Confirm compatibility with your surfactant system and builders (lab check recommended)
Specifications may vary depending on batch, origin, and packaging selection. For regulated markets, request the compliance pack during RFQ.
Performance & formulation guidance
Use guidance below as a starting point. Final dosage depends on soil, temperature, and base surfactant system.
Wetting & spreading
Designed to reduce surface tension and improve spreading on hard-to-wet surfaces (oily films, plastics, coated metals), supporting faster soil penetration and more uniform coverage.
Controlled foam
Selected for systems where foam disrupts pumps, spray patterns, sensors, or rinse sections. Grade choice should reflect agitation intensity and operating temperature.
Rinse behavior
Often improves drainage and reduces persistent foam during rinse, helping cycle time and visual finish. Pair with suitable hydrotrope if electrolyte levels are high.
Typical starting dosage (guideline)
- Ready-to-use cleaners: 0.10–1.00% (w/w)
- Concentrates: 1.0–5.0% (w/w) depending on base surfactants
- Process baths / circulation: 50–500 ppm active (application dependent)
- Rinse aids: often dosed lower; optimize for sheeting and foam break
For accurate dosing, provide: operating temperature, dilution ratio, water hardness, and foam constraints (spray pressure, pump type).
Compatibility, handling & storage
General guidance. Always follow the SDS and your internal EHS procedures.
System compatibility
Commonly used with nonionic and anionic surfactant systems and typical detergent builders. Final compatibility depends on pH, electrolyte load, and solvent/hydrotrope choice.
Temperature sensitivity
Some grades have defined cloud points/phase behavior. Share your hot wash/CIP temperature to avoid haze or separation in use.
Water hardness
Performance can shift with hardness and salts. We can propose grades and supporting hydrotropes for stable dilution and rinse.
Handling
Industrial chemical—use appropriate PPE. Avoid uncontrolled mixing; add under agitation and verify stability in your concentrate.
Storage
Store in sealed original containers, away from excessive heat/cold. Recommended storage conditions and shelf life are grade-specific.
Transport
Supply lane can include drums/IBC/bulk. Export documentation and labeling aligned to destination requirements (on request).
Need a tighter spec? Request a TDS and tell us your acceptance criteria (active %, viscosity window, color/appearance, foam test method, and temperature profile).
Packaging & supply options
We coordinate supply based on volume, destination, and documentation needs. Packaging availability depends on grade, origin, and lane capacity.
Standard packaging
Drums and IBCs are typical. Bulk supply can be offered depending on lane and destination.
Documentation pack
SDS and COA on request; TDS and compliance statements where available for the selected grade.
Commercial terms
Share destination and Incoterms if known. Lead time depends on lane, volume, and packaging selection.
Request a quotation
Send your target application and constraints and we’ll propose a suitable grade, packaging option, and documentation pack. If you need a match to an existing product, include the benchmark name or a short property list.
Fast matching
Provide temperature, agitation (spray/pump), and foam limit so we can select the right low-foam profile.
Commercial clarity
Volume + destination = correct packaging, lead time, and best routing for your lane.
Compliance
Tell us your market requirements (SDS/COA/TDS, statements, labeling) up front to avoid delays.
Prefer email? Write to contact@atlastradehouse.com with “Wetting Agent (Low Foam)” in the subject.
FAQ
Common questions for procurement and technical teams.
Does “low foam” mean “no foam”?
Not necessarily. “Low foam” typically means reduced foam generation and faster foam break under defined conditions. Share your foam test method and temperature for accurate selection.
Can you supply different active levels?
Depending on the supply lane, grades may be available as neat liquids or standardized solutions. Confirm your handling preference (pumpability, cold flow, viscosity) during RFQ.
Will it improve rinse and spotting?
Many systems see faster drainage and reduced persistent foam, supporting rinse performance. Final outcome depends on water quality, builders, and the full surfactant package.
Is it compatible with alkaline builders?
Often yes, but high electrolyte load can affect phase behavior. We can propose grades and hydrotrope support to maintain clarity and stability.
What documents are available?
SDS and COA are standard on request. TDS and compliance statements may be available depending on grade and origin—request them in the RFQ.
How do you select the right grade?
We match by operating conditions (temperature, shear), foam constraints, and formulation environment (pH/builders), then confirm with documentation and—when needed—a small trial.