• Appearance : Translucent Viscous Brown Liquid

Cat-Defoam

Effective Antifoam Emulsion for Rapid Knockdown & Sustained Foam Control

<p">Foam formation during alcoholic fermentation and other industrial processes can disrupt operations, cause material losses, and reduce process control efficiency.</p

<p">Effective foam suppression is therefore important for maintaining smoother operations and better process control across fermentation and other biological processes.

Cat-Defoam is an antifoam emulsion developed for efficient foam suppression across manufacturing stages. It reduces surface tension and destabilizes foam structures, promoting rapid collapse of foam bubbles while dispersing effectively in aqueous media without adversely affecting microbial growth.

  • Provides quick foam knockdown
  • Supports durable foam control
  • High efficiency even at low dosage
  • Easy dispersion in aqueous systems
  • No negative impact on microbial efficiency
  • Applicable across fermentation and other industrial processes

Cat-Defoam can be used in :

  • Cane Molasses Fermentation
  • Grain Fermentation
  • Beet Molasses Fermentation
  • Wastewater Treatment
  • Biogas Processes

Specific Gravity

0.6–0.8

Appearance

Translucent Viscous Brown Liquid

Packaging

50 kg HDPE Containers

Shelf Life

12 Months in Unopened Container at 25–35°C

Dosage

Typically 20–100 ppm depending on foam intensity
May be dosed neat or diluted

  • Provides rapid foam knockdown
  • Supports sustained foam control
  • Effective at low dosage levels
  • Readily dispersible in water
  • Does not negatively impact microbial efficiency
  • Suitable across multiple foam-control applications

FAQ's

What are the signs that poor foam control is affecting my fermentation process?

Frequent foaming, fermenter overflow, product losses, unstable fermentation, reduced vessel utilization, and increased operator intervention are common indicators of inadequate foam control. CAT-DEFOAM rapidly suppresses foam and provides sustained control, helping maintain stable fermentation, improve process efficiency, and minimize operational disruptions.

Will CAT-DEFOAM affect yeast performance or fermentation?

No. CAT-DEFOAM is designed to control foam without adversely affecting microbial growth, allowing healthy yeast activity and consistent fermentation performance.

Can CAT-DEFOAM be used beyond ethanol fermentation?

Yes. In addition to molasses and grain-based fermentation, CAT-DEFOAM is suitable for wastewater treatment, biogas plants, and other industrial processes where foam control is essential.

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