Product Characteristics
Appearance: Light yellow flaky material
Ionic character: weak cation
pH: 6.0 ± 1 (1% solution)
Solubility: Soluble in cold and warm water.

Advantages and Applications
1. Fabrics finished with this product exhibit a smooth, silky, and full-bodied hand.
2. Has minimal impact on the whiteness and color shade of the treated fabric.
3. Can be used in the same bath with nonionic and cationic fixing agents or wrinkle-resistant resins and other auxiliaries.
4. Can be dissolved in cold or warm water; the working solution exhibits excellent stability and is easy to use.

Scope of Application

Softening finishing of various fibers and their blended knitted and woven fabrics.
Soft water washing for cotton garments.

 

 

Chemical formulation method

Warm-method formulation: Add 5–10% of the soft-sheet SOC-D to water while stirring, and heat and stir simultaneously. When the slurry temperature rises to 50–60°C, continue stirring and dissolving for approximately 1–2 hours until it is essentially completely dissolved. At this point, stop heating and keep stirring until a uniform emulsion is formed; continue stirring without interruption until the emulsion temperature drops below 40°C, at which point stirring may be stopped to prevent skin formation. After the emulsion is prepared, filter it and set aside for later use.
Cold-method formulation: Add 5–10% of the soft-sheet SOC-D to water at about 30°C while stirring; after thorough dispersion and uniform mixing, let it soak for 4–5 hours, then stir at low speed to obtain a homogeneous emulsion. Filter the emulsion and set aside for later use.

 

 

Recommended dosage

Pad-dyeing method:
Soft film SOC-D (10%): 30–50 g/L
Impregnation and padding with the working solution (padding ratio of 70–90%) → Drying and stretching
Impregnation method:
Soft film SOC-D (10%): 3–5% (o.w.f)
Bath ratio: 1:8–12
Soak at room temperature for 20–30 minutes → Dehydration → Drying

 

 

Precautions

⒈ When the SOC-D solution is diluted at room temperature and then further diluted, a small amount of flocculent precipitate may appear; however, this does not affect the product’s application.
2. SOC-D is derived from natural oil-based chemicals and appears as semi-spherical granules; consequently, both the inherent odor of the raw materials and any residual solvent odors generated during production cannot be completely volatilized in the later stages of manufacturing. This may result in a noticeable, slightly irritating odor upon initial opening of the product packaging or during dilution. However, this odor readily volatilizes under high-temperature baking and typically does not persist on the treated fabric.
This material is provided for reference only. Given the varying production conditions and fabric types handled by each customer, we recommend conducting small-batch trials prior to full-scale application to ensure that the process parameters meet your specific requirements. Our company stands ready to provide relevant technical services at any time.

SOC-D instant softening sheet is a high-grade fatty amide-modified polymer, ideally suited for softening finishes on a wide range of textiles. It delivers exceptional softness and smooth glide to cotton, linen, synthetic fibers, and their blended fabrics, thereby enhancing the added value of the finished textiles. Compared with conventional softening sheets, SOC-D requires lower dosages while providing a superior hand feel.