Composition and Properties

Modified liquid silicone. Clear, odorless liquid.  Specific gravity of .95. Chemically inert.

Same base ingredient used in many shampoos and conditioners, skin creams, deodorants and other personal care products.

Flash point: 170°F / Fire point: 190°F / Boiling Point: 410°F

Surface tension: 17.42 dynes/cm at 77°F (25°C)

Safety and Environmental Benefits

Non-toxic (oral, dermal, inhalation), determined by EPA Study protocol.

Non-Irritating to skin, non-sensitizing. No immunosuppressant effects.

Not regulated by EPA, RCRA, CERCLA or California Prop 65.

Non-VOC. Specifically exempted by EPA. 

Listed by EPA as “SNAP” material, a good substance to use in place of ozone-depleting chemicals.

Affirmed by California Air Resources Board as having no adverse health risk.  

If released to the environment, degrades to sand (SiO2) and trace amounts of H2O and COO and CO2.

Comprehensive independent testing on waste streams and exposure levels.  Over 30 million dollars of testing and r GreenEarth’s liquid silicone is ecologically friendly and safe to use. Over 30 million dollars of testing and research confirms that.

No special permits required; may qualify as alternative technology for special state funding or tax brnative technology for special state funding or tax breaks.

Cleaning, Production and Cost Benefits

Great cleaning: whites and colors.  Low surface tension for faster penetration and soil removal.  No odor.  No shrinkage.

Cycle time: 47-65 minutes in dry to dry Class IIIA machine.

Gentle on all fabrics. No special handling for buttons, trims, sequins or other difficult garments. Significantly reduced claims: fewer damaged garments, fewer assembly errors due to less stragglers.

Not aggressive toward dyes.  Mix colors and fabrics, minimal load classification. Full loads.Full loads. Increased productivity and efficiency. 

Soft hand. Very little wrinkling or lint.  Static-free.  Decreased labor costs: less finishing and sorting time reduced labor costs: less finishing and sorting time required.

Significantly lower disposal costs. Lower utility costs. Excellent solvent mileage, up to 2,000 pounds per gallon Excellent solvent mileage, up to 2,000 pounds per gallon reported.