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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Polymer Name
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
- Applications
Monofilaments for woven bags, woven sheets, carpet backing, agricultural twine Injection molding: machine parts, households
- Recommended Processing Conditions Processing Conditions
Film extrusion applications;
Typical zone temperatures: 220 - 250°C
Typical die head temperature: 250°C
Processing conditions should be optimized for different equipment design.
Properties
- Mechanical Properties
- Typical Properties
- Thermal Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Tensile Strength at Yield | 34 | MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Flexural Modulus, 23°C | 1450 | MPa | TS EN ISO 178 |
| Izod Impact Strength at 23°C (notched) | 22 | J/m | ASTM D256 |
| Rockwell Hardness | 94 | Scale R | ASTM D785 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Melt Flow Rate (230°C/2.16 kg) | 4.7 | g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
| Density | 0.905 | g/cm³ | ASTM D1505 |
| Melting Point (DSC, 2nd heating) | 163 | °C | ASTM D3418 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Heat Deflection Temperature at 0.45 MPa | 83 | °C | ISO 75 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Compliance to Regulations
The formulation and production of PETOPLEN MH418 conforms to the compositional requirements of the Commission Regulation (EU) No. 10/2011.
- Recycling
The product is not hazardous or toxic and it is suitable for recycling using available recycling methods.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
The material is packaged in PE bags or in PP Big Bags.
Storage & Handling
- Storage
The product should be stored in a dry area with an ambient temperature below 50°C. It should be kept away from sunlight, sparks, heat and flame. Inappropriate storage conditions can lead to bad smell, color changes and the deterioration in physical properties. It is advised to process PP resins within 6 months after delivery.