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Cel-Span® CFA 844

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Cel-Span® CFA 844 is a highly loaded 80% active endothermic foaming agent formulated for applications with high gas requirements. Cel-Span® CFA 844 concentrate releases carbon dioxide gas upon decomposition. This product is safe when used under the conditions of intended use. Upon complete decomposition (activation) of the C.F.A., the extruded and injected parts will become white, a color common to endothermic chemical foaming agents.

Functions: Foaming Agent

Chemical Family: Carbonates

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyethylenes (PE), Polypropylenes (PP)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Injection Molding

End Uses: Profiles, Rigid Films, Rigid Packaging

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Carbonates

Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Foaming Agent

Technologies

Elastomers,

Plastics

Product Families

Elastomers — Elastomer Additives

Processing Aids

Plastics — Polymer Additives

Processing Aids

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Injection Molding: 1.0 – 2.5%
  • Sink Marks: 0.5 – 1.0%
  • Structural Foam: 1.5 – 3.5%

Applications & Uses

Markets

Automotive & Transportation,

Building & Construction,

Consumer Goods,

Electrical & Electronics,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Interior Fixtures,

Other Building Materials

Automotive & Transportation — Other Automotive & Transportation Applications

Building & Construction — Other Building & Construction Applications

Consumer Goods — Other Consumer Goods Applications

Electrical & Electronics — Other Electrical & Electronics Applications

Printing & Packaging — Packaging

Other Packaging Materials

Compatible Polymers & Resins

Polyethylenes (PE),

Polypropylenes (PP)

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Profiles,

Rigid Films,

Rigid Packaging

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Extrusion,

Injection Molding

Properties

Appearance
Natural White Pellets
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Decomposition Temperature375 - 425°F—
Gas Volume (temperature depended)120 - 130g/cc—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags,

Boxes

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Cel-Span® CFA 844 is packaged in 55 lb. plastic bags or 1,100 lb. gaylord boxes. We recommend that this product be kept in its original container or package and in a dry location. No adverse health effects from the use of Cel-Span® CFA 844 are known. The additives in this product are GRAS approved.