PLURONIC RPE 2520 is a nonionic surfactant based on PEO/PPO block copolymers. It is widely used as an effective foam suppressant in industrial applications, including water-based lubricants, metalworking fluids, and process formulations.
Its reactive hydroxyl end groups enable chemical modification, such as esterification, to enhance antifoam performance or meet specific formulation requirements. In addition, PLURONIC RPE 2520 can improve dispersion, increase viscosity, reduce tack, and serve as a lubricant or processing aid.