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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Polymer Name
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Materials Features
- Characterstics
- High impact
- Standard flow,
- Low volatility
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
- Applications
Drinking cups, Refrigerator components, Cotton buds, Extrusion & Blow molding grade .
Processing:
- Extrusion Grade
- Processing
Although Polystyrene HI-851 can be processed by any method applicable to polystyrene based plastic, it is best suitable for Film Extrusion, other extrusion & Thermoforming. The melt temperatures should not exceed 260 °C .
Properties
- Color
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Tensile Strength at Yield / at break | 220 | kgf/cm2 | ASTM D-638 |
| Specific Gravity (23°C) | 1.05 | — | ASTM D-792 |
| Tensile Elongation | 50 | % | ASTM D-638 |
| Flexural Strength | 400 | kgf/cm2 | ASTM D-790 |
| Izod Impact Strength | 10 | kgf-cm/cm | ASTM D-256 |
| Gardner Falling Dart | 100 | In-lb | ASTM D-1709 |
| Vicat Softening Temp | 95 | 0C | ASTM D-1525 |
| Heat Distortion Temp | 85 | 0C | ASTM D-648 |
| Melt Flow Rate MFR 200/5 | 3 | gm/10 min | ASTM D-1238 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Food Legislation
If used unmodified and under appropriated processing conditions, Polystyrene HI-861 conforms with FDA title 21 CFR section 177.1640 regarding the use of in food contact articles. Diamond Polystyrene is also approved by PCSIR (Pakistan Council of Scientific & Industrial Research).
Safety & Health
- Product Safety
During processing of Polystyrene HI-851, small quantity of Styrene Monomer may be released into the atmosphere. At styrene vapor concentrations below 20 ppm, no negative health effects are expected. In our experience, the concentration of styrene does not exceed 1 ppm in good ventilate workplace.
- Environmental
Diamond polystyrene resins can be recycled. Adequate ventilation should be used during processing. Diamond Polystyrene must not be dispose of to landfill or incineration as per government laws and regulations.
Packaging & Availability
- Country Availability
- Regional Availability
Storage & Handling
- Form supplied & Storage
Polystyrene HI-851 is supplied as cylindrical shaped granules. It has to be kept in its original containers in a dry, cool place, Avoid direct exposure to sunlight. Diamond HI-861 can also be stored in silos.