Senior Applications Chemist Colonial Chemical, Inc. South Pittsburgh, TN, United States
Abstract: Drying aids are a common product used in the car care industry as well as applications that require similar performance qualities which they typically provide. They offer numerous benefits including water-breaking, hydrophobicity, lubrication, shine, and reduced dirt pickup. Principle of these benefits is the ability to increase surface hydrophobicity and water-breaking to reduce the need for manual water removal. Several chemical technologies are known to provide the performance qualities of drying agents. The use of modified silicone polymers has been a popular trend for these applications and is still one of the most effective options available. However, these components are often the most expensive part of drying aid formulations and can inhibit their use in favor of other more affordable options. A novel application for natural triglyceride phospholipids, and alkylpolyglucoside polymers, in drying aids has been established. The incorporation of these materials allows for a considerable reduction in silicone polymer materials while maintaining performance, substantially cutting cost, and promoting bio-based drying aid formulations.
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