Wetting agents are those chemical substances that increase the spreading and penetrating properties of a liquid by lowering its surface tension - that is the tendency of molecules to adhere each other. They are also called as surfactants or surface acting agents. They are for protecting coatings on fabric, metal, wood, leather and also painted surfaces. It makes the leather very soft with silky and uniform surface feel. It gives good penetration, accelerates the chemical action. Are a versatile wetting, washing and emulsifying agent with excellent stability to electrolytes. They are used to make overprint varnishes, floor finishes, leather coating, paint and a variety of other water based products.