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Product information

AEROSIL® R 208

Hydrophobic fumed silica

Characteristic physico-chemical data AEROSIL® R 208 is a fumed silica aftertreated with

polydimethylsiloxane with excellent thickening properties.
Properties and test methods Unit Value
Specific surface area (BET) m²/g 80 - 140 Applications and properties
pH value 4.5 - 6.5
in 4% dispersion Properties:
Loss on drying* % ≤ 0.5
2 hours at 105 °C l The silicone oil treatment guarantees the very marked
C content % 4.5 - 6.5 hydrophobia of the product
based on ignited material l Very efficient effect in the thickening and thixotropy of
complex polar liquids, such as those based on epoxy,
Tamped density* g/l approx. 60
polyurethane, or vinylester resins
SiO2 content % ≥ 99.8 l Improves the water resistance of moisture-sensitive
formulations, such as cosmetic preparations
* ex plant
l Improvement of the anti-settling behavior of pigments
The data represents typical values (no product specification)
and anti-sagging behavior in 2-C epoxy coatings.
l With silicone oil treatment, AEROSIL® R 208 offers a
tailor-made chemical surface treatment.
Registrations (substance or product l Due to its excellent electrical insulating ability and low
components) water absorption, this hydrophobized, small-particle
silica easily acquires and conserves electrical charge. It is
AEROSIL® R 208 therefore typically used as a surface additive for toner
CAS-No. 67762-90-7 particles in order to increase charge and improve
flowability.
REACH (Europe) registered l The high hydrophobicity of PDMS-treated, small
TSCA (USA) registered particle AEROSIL® grades makes them particularly
DSL (Canada) effective for achieving a high tribo-charge.
l At the same time, PDMS-treated, small particle
ENCS (Japan) registered
AEROSIL® grades maintain good flowability.
IECSC (China)
l The slightly oily effect of the PDMS treatment provides
KECI (Korea)
additional benefits in some printing processes.
CSNN (Taiwan)
PICCS (Philippines)
Applications:
AICS (Australia) registered
NZloC (New Zealand)
l Thickening and thixotropy control of adhesives and
sealants for fiberoptic cables
l Thickening and thixotropy control of epoxy and
vinylester resins and gelcoats
l Thickening and thixotropy control of cable gels,
lubricants, and cosmetic formulations
l Booster silica for defoamer formulations
l Anti-sedimentation aid for fillers, such as chalk or
quartz powder
l Additive for formulation of anti-corrosion systems
l Improves flowability of powders
l Enables achieving of a high tribo-charge

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Packaging and storage

AEROSIL® R 208 is supplied in multiple layer 10 kg bags. We recommend storage of the product in closed containers under dry
conditions as well as protection from volatile substances. AEROSIL® R 208 should be used within 2 years after production.

Safety and handling

Information concerning the safety of this product is listed in the corresponding Safety Data Sheet, which will be sent with the first
delivery or upon updating. Such information is also available from Evonik Operations, Product Safety Department, E-MAIL sds-
[email protected] We recommend to read carefully the safety data sheet prior to the use of our product.

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