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Eastar™ copolyester MB002 has been tested for FDA/ISO 10993 and USP Class VI Biological Evaluation testing after Gamma and EtO sterilization. It is a resin specifically developed for extrusion blow molding containers in medical applications where aesthetics such as high clarity and gloss, coupled with high toughness and chemical resistance, are desirable. Compared to many commonly used materials, Eastar™ copolyester MB002 runs on most standard processing equipment with broader processing conditions, and its toughness and melt strength enable blow molding of larger containers with greater design flexibility. This product meets the biocompatibility requirements under FDA/ISO 10993 and USP Class 6, Plastics. This product has been GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED®. The GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED® Mark is a registered certification mark used under license through the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI). GEI is an industry-independent, non-profit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. The GREENGUARD Certification Program is an industry independent, third-party testing program for low-emitting products and materials for indoor environments. For more information about GEI and to obtain printable certificates for Eastman™ Copolyesters, visit www.greenguard.org. Choose Eastman Chemical Company under the Manufacturer category and click search to display a list of our products.
EASTAR™ MB002
Eastar™ copolyester MB002 has been tested for FDA/ISO 10993 and USP Class VI Biological Evaluation testing after Gamma and EtO sterilization. It is a resin specifically developed for extrusion blow molding containers in medical applications where aesthetics such as high clarity and gloss, coupled with high toughness and chemical resistance, are desirable. Compared to many commonly used materials, Eastar™ copolyester MB002 runs on most standard processing equipment with broader processing conditions, and its toughness and melt strength enable blow molding of larger containers with greater design flexibility. This product meets the biocompatibility requirements under FDA/ISO 10993 and USP Class 6, Plastics. This product has been GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED®. The GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED® Mark is a registered certification mark used under license through the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI). GEI is an industry-independent, non-profit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. The GREENGUARD Certification Program is an industry independent, third-party testing program for low-emitting products and materials for indoor environments. For more information about GEI and to obtain printable certificates for Eastman™ Copolyesters, visit www.greenguard.org. Choose Eastman Chemical Company under the Manufacturer category and click search to display a list of our products.
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- Chemical resistance to most medical solvents including lipids and IPA
- Gamma and E-beam color stability
- Good melt strength for EBM processes
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Recommended Applications
- Blood contact and dialysis
- Fluid administration
- Medical devices
- Medical labware
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Mechanical Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Tensile Strength at Break | 48.3 | MPa | ASTM D 638 |
Tensile Strength at Yield | 47.6 | MPa | ASTM D 638 |
Elongation at Yield | 5 | % | ASTM D 638 |
Elongation at Break | 300 | % | ASTM D 638 |
Elongation at Yield | 5.0 | % | D 638 |
Elongation at Break | 300.0 | % | D 638 |
Tensile Modulus | 1862 | MPa | ASTM D 638 |
Tensile Modulus | 1900 (2.7 x 105) | mPa (psi) | D 638 |
Impact Resistance (Puncture), Energy at Max. Load at 0°C | 41 (30) | J (ft·lbf) | D 3763 |
Flexural Strength | 64.8 | MPa | ASTM D 790 |
Impact Resistance (Puncture), Energy at Max. Load at 23°C | 41 (30) | J (ft·lbf) | D 3763 |
Flexural Strength | 65 (9400) | mPa (psi) | D 790 |
Flexural Modulus | 1862 | MPa | ASTM D 790 |
Flexural Modulus | 1900 (2.7 x 105) | mPa (psi) | D 790 |
Impact Resistance (Puncture), Energy at Max. Load at -40°C | 39 (29) | J (ft·lbf) | D 3763 |
Impact Strength, Unnotched at 23°C (73°F) | NB | - | D 4812 |
Impact Strength, Unnotched at -40°C (-40°F) | NB | - | D 4812 |
Izod Impact Strength, Notched at 23°C | NB | - | D 256 |
Izod Impact Strength, Notched at -40°C | 63C (1.2C) | j/m (ft·lbf/in.) | D 256 |
Rockwell Hardness, R Scale | 105.0 | - | D 785 |
Tensile Stress at Break | 48 (7000) | mPa (psi) | D 638 |
Tensile Stress at Yield | 47 (6900) | mPa (psi) | D 638 |
Izod Impact notched (1/8 in) | N | J/m | ASTM D 256 |
Izod Impact notched, Low-Temperature | 64.1 | J/m | ASTM D 256 |
Rockwell Hardness | R105 | - | ASTM D 785 |
Temperature | -40 | °C |
Physical Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Mold Shrinkage (MD) | 0.003 | mm/mm | ASTM D 955 |
Density | 1250 | kg/m3 | ISO 1183 |
Thermal Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Deflection Temperature at 0.455 MPa (66 psi) | 73 (163) | °C (°F) | D 648 |
Deflection Temperature Under Load (264 psi) | 62.8 | °C | ASTM D 648 |
Deflection Temperature Under Load (66 psi) | 72.8 | °C | ASTM D 648 |
Deflection Temperature at 1.82 MPa (264 psi) | 63 (145) | °C (°F) | D 648 |
Vicat Softening Temperature | 85 (185) | °C (°F) | D 1525 |
Vicat Temperature | 85 | °C | ASTM D 1525 |
Typical Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Density | 1.25 | g/cm3 | D 792 |
Mold Shrinkage | 0.3 | % | D 955 |
Optical Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Haze | 1.3 | % | ASTM D 1003 |
Gloss | 143 | - | ASTM D 2457 |
Color | -0.2 | - | D 2244 |
Color | 0.6 | - | D 2244 |
Haze | 1.3 | % | D 1003 |
Color L* | 95.0 | - | D 2244 |
Light Transmittance | 91 | % | ASTM D 1003 |
Gloss at 60° | 143.0 | - | D 2457 |
Regular Transmittance | 87.0 | % | D 1003 |
Total Transmittance | 91.0 | % | D 1003 |
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