Glissawax Extra

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Fluoropolymers,

Polyolefin Waxes,

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Waxes,

Waxes

Chemical Name

Polyethylene ,

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

CASE Ingredients Functions

Surface Modifier

Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Surface Modifiers

Applications & Uses

Markets

Paints & Coatings

Applications

Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction

Wood Coatings & Finishes

Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings

Coil Coatings

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Wood

Coating Type

Coil Coating,

Powder Coating,

Waterborne Coating

Use Level

0.5 - 2%

Product Uses

• This mixture of polyethylene wax and PTFE is used where slip is controlled and greater resistance properties are needed.
• It is used for more difficult substrates such as nitrocellulose film, aluminum foil, and hard plastics. The PTFE in the formulation provides excellent scratch and rub resistance.

Properties

Physical Form

Powder

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Congealing Point of Wax	102 - 106	°C	-
Specific Gravity	1.00 - 1.05	g/cm³	-
Average Particle Size	5 - 9	μ	Malvern
Particle Size (Through 56μ Mesh)	100.0	%	Malvern

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

FDA 21 CFR 175.105,

FDA 21 CFR 175.300,

FDA 21 CFR 175.320,

FDA 21 CFR 176.170,

FDA 21 CFR 176.180

FDA Approvals

• FDA Approvals (21 CFR): 175.105, 175.300, 175.320, 176.170, 176.180
• FDA Approvals for PTFE (21 CFR): 175.105, 175.300, 175.320