Wetting agents, as an important component of the chemical industry, have significant implications for promoting the transformation and upgrading of the entire industry through their green and sustainable development. With the increasing awareness of environmental protection and the deepening of sustainable development concepts, the research and application of green wetting agents have become a new trend in the industry.

1、 Definition and characteristics of green wetting agents

Green wetting agents refer to those that have minimal environmental impact during production, use, and disposal. They usually have the characteristics of low toxicity, degradability, and pollution-free, which can meet the requirements of environmental regulations while maintaining or improving the performance of traditional wetting agents.

2、 Research and development progress of green wetting agents

In recent years, with the continuous advancement of materials science and chemical technology, significant progress has been made in the research and development of green wetting agents. On the one hand, the development of bio based wetting agents has brought new development opportunities to the industry. These wetting agents are made from renewable resources and have advantages such as environmental protection, renewability, and degradability, which are in line with the concept of sustainable development. On the other hand, significant breakthroughs have been made in the research and development of new environmentally friendly wetting agents. These wetting agents enhance the environmental performance of the product by improving its chemical structure or adding environmentally friendly additives, while maintaining good wetting effects.

3、 The application prospects of green wetting agents

The application prospects of green wetting agents are broad. In the fields of coatings, printing, textiles, leather, etc., green wetting agents can replace traditional wetting agents, improve the environmental performance and market competitiveness of products. In pesticide formulations, the application of green wetting agents can improve the adhesion and spreadability of pesticides, while reducing pesticide drift and waste, and lowering environmental pollution. In addition, with the rapid development of emerging fields such as new energy vehicles and aerospace, the demand for high-performance and environmentally friendly wetting agents will continue to increase, providing a broader space for the application of green wetting agents.

4、 Measures to promote the development of green wetting agents

In order to promote the development of green wetting agents, a series of measures need to be taken. Firstly, the government should increase its support for the research and development of green wetting agents, providing policy support such as tax incentives and funding subsidies. Secondly, enterprises should increase research and development investment, improve the performance and quality of green wetting agents, and strengthen market promotion and brand building. In addition, it is necessary to strengthen international cooperation and exchanges, introduce advanced technology and management experience, and enhance the overall competitiveness of China's green wetting agents.