The application of wetting agents is crucial in the paint industry. They can not only improve the fluidity and spreadability of coatings, enhance the glossiness and uniformity of coatings, but also reduce the generation of surface defects such as bubbles and pinholes, thereby improving the overall performance and quality of coatings. Wetting agents reduce the surface tension of coatings, making it easier for them to wet the surface of the coated material and form a uniform wet film. During the coating process, wetting agents can also promote the dispersion of pigments and fillers, prevent their aggregation and precipitation, and ensure the stability and consistency of the coating. In addition, wetting agents can improve the permeability of coatings, allowing them to penetrate deeper into the tiny pores on the surface of the coated material, enhancing the adhesion between the coating and the substrate. This is of great significance for improving the durability and protective performance of coatings. In the formulation of coatings, the selection and amount of wetting agents should be comprehensively considered based on the type of coating, performance requirements, and surface characteristics of the coated material. Through reasonable formula design and process control, the advantages of wetting agents in the coating industry can be fully utilized.

In the field of agriculture, the application of wetting agents is equally widespread and important. They are mainly used to improve the wetting and adhesion of agricultural chemicals such as pesticides and fertilizers on plant surfaces, enhance efficacy and utilization, reduce pesticide loss and environmental pollution. Wetting agents can significantly reduce the surface tension of pesticide and fertilizer aqueous solutions, making it easier for them to wet the surface of plant leaves and stems, forming a uniform liquid film. This uniform liquid film facilitates the rapid penetration and diffusion of pesticides and fertilizers, improving their absorption and transport efficiency within the plant body. In addition, wetting agents can enhance the adhesion of pesticides and fertilizers on plant surfaces, preventing them from being washed away by rainwater or blown away by wind. This can not only improve the durability of drug and fertilizer efficacy, but also reduce the use of pesticides and fertilizers, and lower agricultural production costs. In agricultural applications, the selection and use of wetting agents need to be comprehensively considered based on factors such as the types of pesticides and fertilizers, crop types, and climatic conditions. Reasonable use of wetting agents can help improve the efficiency and quality of agricultural production, and promote sustainable agricultural development.

In daily chemical products, the application of wetting agent technology is also widespread and in-depth. They are mainly used to improve the wettability and cleaning effect of detergents, cleaning agents, skincare products, and other products, enhancing user experience and product performance. In detergents, wetting agents can reduce the surface tension of water, making it easier for water molecules to penetrate dirt and stains, separating them from surfaces such as clothing and tableware. This mechanism of action helps to improve the cleaning effect of detergents, reduce washing time and water consumption. In skincare products, moisturizers are mainly used to improve the skin feel and permeability of the product. They can help other active ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin and exert skincare effects. At the same time, wetting agents can maintain the moisture level of the skin surface, reduce water evaporation, and alleviate dryness and tightness of the skin. In the formula design of daily chemical products, the selection and use of wetting agents need to be comprehensively considered based on the properties, uses, and user needs of the product. Through reasonable formula design and process control, the advantages of wetting agents in daily chemical products can be fully utilized, enhancing the market competitiveness and user satisfaction of the products.