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Ultra-Efficient Wetting & Leveling with Surflon S-386 Fluorosurfactant Redefine Surface Performance with 100% Active Non-Ionic Fluorosurfactant Technology
Achieve unmatched substrate wetting, defect elimination, and ultra-low surface tension with Surflon S-386, a 100% active, non-ionic fluorosurfactant engineered by AGC Japan for high-precision coating, ink, and resin systems.
As industries shift from conventional silicone, hydrocarbon, and polymeric additives due to limitations in wetting, clarity, and compatibility, S-386 sets a new benchmark for clean, efficient, and stable surface modification. Designed with short-chain fluorotechnology, Surflon S-386 delivers exceptional wetting even at <0.01% dosage, maintains performance across wide pH ranges (2–13), and remains fully stable in harsh temperatures up to 200°C. Its non-ionic chemistry ensures seamless compatibility with solvent-borne, water-borne, UV/EB, and high-solid systems without affecting gloss, recoatability, or transparency.
Whether you aim to eliminate craters, improve flow, enhance adhesion on difficult substrates, or boost coating uniformity, Surflon S-386 Fluorosurfactant empowers formulators with a new level of control, precision, and reliability.
Non-Ionic Fluorosurfactant, Fluorinated Non-Ionic Wetting Agent, PFPE-Based Non-Ionic Surfactant, Fluorochemical Surface Additive
1200 g/mol
65530-66-7
Non-Ionic
3824 99 00
Not regulated
(Non-hazardous, non-flammable)
Clear to slightly hazy 100% active liquid
100%
1.15 g/cm³
Delivers exceptional wetting on difficult, low-energy surfaces such as PE, PP, PTFE, EVA, rubber, and contaminated substrates, ensuring uniform coating and defect-free film formation.
Eliminates defects like fisheyes, orange peel, and crater formation by rapidly lowering surface tension, allowing smooth flow in water-borne and solvent-borne systems.
Enhances primer and coating adhesion on EVA sheets, molded rubber parts, automotive plastics, and footwear components by improving surface wetting efficiency.
Improves topcoat uniformity, enhances spreading, and ensures sharp print transfer in PU/acrylic coatings, flexo inks, gravure inks, solvent inks, and UV-curable systems.
Reduces micro-defects such as pinholes, solvent pop-out, and surface blemishes, yielding smoother films and improved long-term durability.
Ensures strong wetting and flow at very low dosage (0.05–0.2%) in high-solids, epoxy floors, UV-curable coatings, and solvent-based clear coats.
Promotes deep penetration and even application on leather, foam, PU soles, textiles, and compressed materials, improving anchorage and color uniformity.
Enhances spreading and improves wetting of EVA, acrylic, PU, and hybrid adhesives—especially useful in shoe adhesives, plastic bonding, and industrial laminations.
Eliminates roller marks, improves leveling, and produces a uniform finish in self-leveling flooring, anti-skid coatings, and protective surface treatments.
Maintains performance even on oily, dusty, or release-agent-coated surfaces—ideal for plastics, footwear manufacturing, rubber processing, and automotive interiors.
Ensures smooth, defect-free wetting on hydrophobic and oleophobic polymers used in electronic housings, PCB coatings, and insulation layers.
Improves spreadability of soldering pastes and fluxes on metallic pads, reduces voids and micro-craters, and enhances uniform wetting during reflow in SMT assembly.
Boosts performance in harsh brine, high-salinity, and high-mineral-content fluids, providing superior wetting in Completion fluids, Drilling muds & Stimulation and acidizing systems
Ensures smooth, even coating on thick EVA sheets, rubber soles, polymer blocks, and molded industrial rubber items where wetting is normally challenging.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Ionic Charge | Non-Ionic |
| Form | Light yellow viscosity liquid |
| Purity | 100% |
| Solubility | Water >10%, Methanol >10%, IPA >10%, MEK >10%, EA >10%, Toluene >10%, n-Hexane <0.1% |
| Surface Tension Performance | Achieves <20 mN/m (at pH 6.86) — significantly lower than hydrocarbon surfactants |
| Compatibility | Water and solvent borne applications |
Achieves surface tension below 20 mN/m, enabling rapid wetting and perfect film formation even on very low-energy substrates.
Ensures excellent coverage on PE, PP, PTFE, EVA, rubber, oily surfaces, and contaminated substrates where conventional surfactants fail.
Eliminates defects like fisheyes, orange peel, and crater formation by improving flow and spreading in both water-borne and solvent-borne systems.
Shows >10% solubility in water, alcohols, ketones, esters, and aromatics—ensuring easy incorporation into diverse coating systems.
Delivers strong performance at 0.05–0.1%, reducing formulation cost while providing superior wetting and flow characteristics.
Compatible with acrylics, PU, epoxy, UV systems, inks, adhesives, and resin blends without interfering with curing or recoatability.
Boosts primer and topcoat adhesion on EVA, plastics, rubber goods, and difficult polymer surfaces by enabling uniform substrate wetting.
Maintains strong wetting performance in harsh processing conditions, high-solids systems, and elevated temperatures.
Improves print sharpness, coating uniformity, and film smoothness by minimizing pinholes, micro-bubbles, and surface irregularities.
Ensures uniform film spread and defect-free leveling even in fast-curing or high-viscosity formulations.
Not classified as flammable under normal handling. Product is not regulated for transport and does not present explosive hazard in typical use.
Chemically stable under recommended storage and normal conditions of use. Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents and extreme heat to prevent decomposition.
Low volatility liquid; inhalation risk is mainly from mist or aerosols. Prolonged breathing of vapors/mist may cause respiratory irritation. Use ventilation when spraying.
May cause mild to moderate irritation on prolonged contact. Avoid direct eye contact; rinse immediately with clean water if splashed.
Wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles/face shield, and suitable protective clothing. When spraying or handling in confined areas, use appropriate respirator and ensure local exhaust ventilation.
Contain spill to prevent spreading. Absorb with inert material (sand, vermiculite, absorbent pads). Collect into labeled container for disposal as per local regulations. Prevent entry into drains or surface water.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed to avoid contamination and moisture ingress.
Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding fire (water fog, foam, dry chemical, CO₂). Firefighters should wear SCBA and protective gear. Decomposition fumes may be irritating; avoid inhalation.
Store between 5–40 °C to maintain product stability.
Avoid freezing conditions and prolonged exposure to temperatures above 45 °C.
Keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture uptake, contamination, and evaporation of lighter solvents.
Use only the original HDPE / metal container or approved chemical storage vessels.
Store and handle in a well-ventilated area.
Ensure good airflow when transferring large volumes or during mixing to prevent buildup of vapors/mist.
Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids/bases, and reactive chemicals.
Prevent entry of dust, dirt, and water into the product.
Use chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing during handling.
Avoid splashing and aerosol formation.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using the product.
Use clean, dry pumps or dispensing systems designed for liquid surfactants.
Ground & bond containers when necessary to avoid static build-up during transfer.
Small spills: absorb with inert material (sand, vermiculite).
Large spills: contain immediately and collect in labeled containers for disposal.
Do not wash to drain; follow local regulations for disposal.
Under proper storage conditions, S-386 maintains stability for 12 months from the date of manufacturing.
Rotate inventory using FIFO (First-In-First-Out).
Product is not regulated as hazardous for transport (UN classification: Not Regulated).
Ensure containers are secured to prevent leakage during transit.
Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Avoid prolonged skin/eye contact.
Use SCBA in case of fire or heavy vapor accumulation.
Supplied in 20 kg pails with sealed lids to ensure product stability and prevent contamination during storage and handling.
Available in 1 kg and 5 kg packs for laboratory use, sampling, R&D trials, and small-scale production requirements.