Granic® 2281

Identification & Functionality

Carrier

Polystyrenes (PS),

Resin-based

Chemical Family

Styrenics

Chemical Name

Talc

Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Nucleating Agent

CAS No.

14807-96-6

EC No.

238-877-9

Technologies

Plastics

Product Families

Plastics — Masterbatches

Additive Masterbatches

Plastics — Polymer Additives

Performance Additives

Chemical Composition

 

Talc

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Environmentally Friendly,

Heavy Metal-free,

Recyclable

Materials Features

Abrasion Resistant,

Good Dispersion,

High Energy Absorption,

High Temperature Insulation Properties,

Low Density,

Porous

Applications & Uses

Markets

Building & Construction,

Consumer Goods,

Electrical & Electronics

Applications

Building & Construction — Building Envelope & Roofing

EIFS & Insulation

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Pipes & Plumbing

Consumer Goods — Housewares

Building & Construction — Other Building & Construction Applications

Electrical & Electronics — Wire & Cable

Jacketing & Insulation

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Building Wire Insulation,

Construction Applications,

Cups,

Electrical Insulation,

Housewares,

Pipes,

Trays

Applications/ Recommended for

• PS (Polystyrene)
• Packaging
• Extrusion
• Safety, regulation & environment > Recyclability

Properties

Physical Form

Masterbatch,

Solid

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Bulk Density	1.1	g/ml	—
Density	1.8	g/ml	—
Humidity	400.0	ppm	—
Particle Size ( D50)	3.9	µm	—
Polymer Content	27.0	%	—
Talc Content	73.0	%	—
Whiteness (Ry. C/2)	88.0	%	DIN 53163