Silane OSi HIOSil VTEO, as a co-monomer in polymers, can much improved wet scrub resistance and abrasion resistance thanks to crosslinking and better adhesion to the substrate. Silane- modified thermoplastics obtained by grafting with Silane OSi HIOSil VTEOcan be processed further using standard techniques. On exposure to moisture, the silyl groups condense and function as crosslinking or adhesion points.

By treating fillers with Silane OSi HIOSil VTEO, mineralfilled polymers can be obtained which exhibit

improved mechanical and electrical properties.

In addition, the particles are rendered strongly water repellent, which results in improved filler dispersibility and thus facilitates processing. Organic surface coatings will adhere more strongly to inorganic substrates that have been treated with Silane OSi HIOSil VTEO. As a result, these coatings demonstrate markedly greater scratch resistance and resistance to chemicals.