Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- CAS No.
- 71878-19-8
- EC No.
- 615-678-9
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Chemical Structure
Features & Benefits
- Materials Features
- Key Attributes
PUREsorb 944 imparts excellent light stability to thin articles, particularly fibers and films. In thick cross sections it is specifically suitable for polyethylene articles. In addition, its use is recommended for applications requiring indirect food contact approval. PUREsorb 944 is highly effective as a long-term thermal stabilizer in thin and thick articles and shows good extraction resistance.
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Product Applications
PUREsorb 944 areas of application include polyolefins (PP, PE), olefin copolymers such as EVA as well as blends of polypropylene with elastomers. In addition, in certain instances PUREsorb 944 is highly effective in polyacetals, polyamides, polyurethanes, flexible and rigid PVC, as well as PVC blends and in certain styrenic elastomer and adhesive specialty applications.
Films (LDPE & LLDPE) 0.10 - 1.0% Fibers (PP) 0.10 - 1.4% Tapes (HDPE & PP) 0.10 - 0.8% Thick section (HDPE, LDPE, LLDPE & PP) 0.05 - 1.4%
Properties
- Color
- Appearance
- White to slightly yellowish white to slightly yellowish granules and powder
- Physical Properties
- Solubility
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Melting Range | 100 - 135 | °C | — |
| Vapor Pressure | 1010000.0 | Pa | — |
| Flash Point | min. 150 | °C | — |
| Specific Gravity (at 20°C) | 1.01 | g/cm3 | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Acetone (at 20°C) | min. 50 | g/100g | — |
| Ethyl Acetate (at 20°C) | min. 50 | g/100g | — |
| Methanol (at 20°C) | 3.0 | g/100g | — |
| Methylene Chloride (at 20°C) | min. 50 | g/100g | — |
| Chloroform (at 20°C) | min. 50 | g/100g | — |
| Toluene (at 20°C) | min. 50 | g/100g | — |
| n-Hexane (at 20°C) | 40.0 | g/100g | — |
| Water (at 20°C) | max. 0.01 | g/100g | — |
Storage & Handling
- Product Handling
In accordance with good industrial practice, handle with care and avoid unnecessary personal contact. Avoid continuous or repetitive breathing of dust. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation and ignition sources.