What are thickeners & how do they work in industrial applications?

In industrial production, there is a small but crucial substance, thickener. Whether in food, cosmetics, paint, oil and other fields, thickeners are quietly playing a key role behind the scenes. So, what thickener? How did they work their magic in industrial production?

Thickener is one of the increase of fluid viscosity material through physical or chemical effect. They can be classified into natural and synthetic types based on their sources. The working principle of thickeners is based on their unique molecular structure and interactions with solvents and solutes. In the industrial field, it is a functional additive that alters the rheological properties of fluids to make them thicker, more malleable and more stable.

For example, in the production of coatings, thickeners are used to adjust the viscosity of coatings to ensure that the coatings have good stability in storage and prevent the sedimentation of pigments. In cosmetics, thickeners not only give the product the appropriate consistency, making it easy to apply and use, but also stabilize the emulsion system and prevent oil-water separation.

In industrial production, it is very important to choose high quality and suitable thickener. Dotachem has been deeply engaged in the chemical industry for many years, dedicated to providing customers with high-performance and highly stable thickener products. Our products can meet the diverse demands of different industries such as coatings, petroleum, cosmetics and food.

Whether you have special requirements for thickening performance, stability or environmental friendliness, Dotachem can provide you with customized solutions. Would you like to gain a deeper understanding of our thickener products and explore the solution that best suits your production needs? Click here to visit the Dotachem thickener product page and contact us!