Deuteron® AP 348

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Polyethylene Waxes,

Polyolefins,

Waxes

CASE Ingredients Functions

Binder & Resin

Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Resins & Binders

Other Resins & Binders

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features

High Gloss,

Improved Slip,

Matting

Product Highlights

• Deuteron® AP 348 is a Polyethylene wax in a coarse particle form (pastilles) for the use in powder coatings. Because of the supply form it is necessary to extrude/ melt Deuteron® AP 348 during the manufacturing process.
• In powder coating applications Deuteron® AP 348 leads to a smooth matting effect in the range of satin gloss systems. At increased addition levels the use of low meting PE wax can lead to a blooming effect.

Applications & Uses

Coating Type

Powder Coating

Application and Dosage Information

Deuteron® AP 348 is suitable for a wide range of applications including:

• Powder coatings
• Plastic extrusion

The use of Deuteron® AP 348 especially improves performance in:

• Matting (sating gloss)
• Slip

Dosage:

• 0.5 - 1.0 % (calculated on the complete formulation) depending on binder, application and required properties.

Processing

• Deuteron® AP 348 needs to be added in the premix step prior to extrusion to ensure a proper distribution in the system.

Properties

Physical Form

Pastilles,

Prills,

Solid

Appearance

White pastilles

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Density	approx. 0.95	g/cm³	—
Melting Point	85.0	°C	—
Particle Size	max. 3	mm	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2008

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags

Regional Availability

• Canada
• Mexico
• USA

Packaging Information

Steel drum (25 kg net)

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

24 months at room temperature and dry conditions. Storage temperature should not exceed 35 °C.