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CHARMAX™ LS Z20A

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Charmax™ LS Z20A is a cost efficient molybdenum based smoke suppressant synergist for PVC applications. Charmax™ LS Z20A is specifically designed to reduce smoke in halogenated and other polymers including PVC wire & cable and rigid sheet profiles.

Functions: Smoke Suppressant

Chemical Family: Molybdenum Compounds

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

End Uses: Cable Jacketing, Cables, Pipes, Plenum Cable Jacketing, Profiles, Vinyl Sheets, Wires

Technical Data Sheet
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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Applications
  • Charmax™ LS Z20A is designed to reduce smoke emissions and promote char formation in halogenated polymers. It can be formulated to replace expensive molybdenum compounds such as moly oxide or AOM in PVC plenum compounds.
  • Charmax™ LS Z20A is used to help meet such flammability, smoke and heat release test such as STM E84, E662, UL 910 and NFPA 263.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White to off white powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
325 Mesh Retentionmax. 0.2%
Particle Size (D50)2 - 4microns

Regulatory & Compliance

Quality Standards

Safety & Health

Health and Safety

The use of proper protective equipment is recommended. Excess exposure to the product should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store the product in a cool dry, well ventilated area away from incompatible materials. For additional handling and toxicological information, consult the Polymer Additives Group Safety Data Sheet.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

Standard packaging is in 25 kg paper bags and 1,000 kg bulk bags. Packages are on skids with stretch wrap. Special packages are available upon request.