Concrete Form Release Agent
Concrete Form Release Agent is a chemical mold release product applied to steel, aluminum, timber, or plastic formwork prior to concrete placement to prevent bond adhesion and enable clean, defect-free stripping. Available in reactive (fatty acid-based), barrier (petroleum oil-based), and water-based emulsion types; reactive grades saponify on contact with cement alkalis to form a soap film that provides superior surface quality. Coverage rates of 15–30 m²/L provide economical application by sprayer or roller.
Technical Specifications
| Appearance | Light amber liquid or milky white emulsion |
| Flash Point | ≥62 °C (oil-based); none (water-based) |
| Coverage Rate | 15–30 m²/L |
| Active Content | 30–60% (reactive type); 40–70% (oil-based) |
| pH (emulsion type) | 7.0–9.0 |
Applications
- Steel and aluminum column, beam, and wall formwork
- Precast and prestressed concrete mold treatment
- Architectural fair-faced concrete formwork
- Tunnel and culvert slip-forming operations
- GRC (glass fiber reinforced concrete) mold treatment
Key Features
- Reactive grade Concrete Form Release Agent saponifies on cement contact for smooth, blowhole-free surfaces
- Water-based emulsion types comply with low-VOC regulations on enclosed construction sites
- Protects metal formwork from rust and corrosion between pours
- Thin film application at 15–30 m²/L minimizes waste and formwork contamination