Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Chemical Name
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- CASE Ingredients Features
- Materials Features
- Key Features & Benefits
- Economical
- Provides excellent gloss, slip and printability
- Low dusting (bead/prill form)
Applications & Uses
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Recommended Applications
- In most Plastic polymers including polyethylene, polypropylene, ABS, polystirene, PVC (rigid and flexible), nylon, acetal, thermoplastic polyester and phenols as:
- Internal/external lubricant
- Mold release
- Processing aid
- Anti-block
- Slip additives
- Dispersing agent for pigments, color concentrates and other additives
- Suitable for FDA applications
- In Coating and Ink applications as dispersants and matting agents
- In most Plastic polymers including polyethylene, polypropylene, ABS, polystirene, PVC (rigid and flexible), nylon, acetal, thermoplastic polyester and phenols as:
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- White powder
- Typical Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Color | max. 3 | — | Gardner |
Acid Value | max. 10 | mg KOH/g | — |
Acid Value | max. 3 | mg KOH/g | — |
Ash Content | max. 0.1 | wt % | — |
Moisture Content | max. 0.3 | wt % | — |
Melting Point | 140-147 | °C | — |
Flash Point | 280.0 | ° C | — |
Particle Size (through 200 mesh) | 60.0 | wt % | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Regulatory Information
- Chemical Inventories - Listed on DSL (Canada), TSCA (USA), EINECS (EU) and other commonly referenced inventories; contact Blachford for specific confirmations.
- Conflict Minerals - Does not intentionally contain gold, tantalum, tin, tungsten or their derivatives
- Proposition 65 - Contains no substances known by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity
- 40 CFR 261: RCRA - Does not meet the definition of a ‘hazardous waste’
- RoHS / CONEG Heavy Metals - Contains no intentionally introduced lead, cadmium, mercury, chromium, PBBs or PBDEs and complies with the concentration limits
- Reach - Registered (contact Blachford for usage advice). Does not contain any SVHC’s
- FDA - Regulated as an indirect food additive under FDA 21 CFR sections : 175.105, 175.300, 175.320, 176.170, 176.180, 177.1200, 177.1350, 177.1400, 177.1640, 177.2470, 177.2480, 178.3860
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Regional Availability
- Packaging Information
Standard packaging is 25 kg (55 lb.) paper bags; other packaging may be available depending on order quantities and inventory status.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 36 Months
- Storage Conditions
- Shelf life is 36 months when stored indoors in a dry environment at ambient temperatures.
- Products > 36 months old may be useable; contact Blachford for a specific recommendation