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<p>A <b>defoamer</b> or an <b>anti-foaming agent</b> is a chemical additive that reduces and hinders the formation of <a href="page.php?w=foam">foam</a> in <a href="page.php?w=industrial_process">industrial process</a> liquids. The terms anti-foam agent and defoamer are often used interchangeably. Strictly speaking, defoamers eliminate existing foam and anti-foamers prevent the formation of further foam. Commonly used agents are insoluble oils, <a href="page.php?w=Polydimethylsiloxane">polydimethylsiloxanes</a> and other silicones, certain alcohols,</p><p>
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