release agent

Definitions

Cars & Driving

  • noun a substance to prevent a moulding, i.e. a GRP part, from sticking to the mould and to facilitate its removal from the mould; as opposed to release wax, this is marketed in liquid form only

Construction

  • material used to prevent bonding of concrete to a surface, such as to forms. See also bond breaker.

Food

  • noun a substance such as silicone that prevents food products from sticking to packaging
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