Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Additives Included
- Chemical Family
- Polymer Name
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Materials Features
Applications & Uses
- Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
- Recommended Applications
- Extrusion: Profile, Sheet
- Molding: Injection
Properties
- Color
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Free-Flowing Pellets
- Physical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Density | 1.6 | g/cc | ASTM D792 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Regulatory Status
EXTINITY® 0218-108 does not carry any FDA/U.S.P. approval for food contact and may not be used for any application for implantation in the human body or where bodily fluids could potentially come in contact with the final product.
Technical Details & Test Data
- Typical Performance
EXTINITY® 0218-108 can be used to meet a variety of flame retardant requirements in polystyrene-based systems. In particular, internal testing has shown that the use of EXTINITY® 0218-108 in HIPS generates the following performance in UL-94 testing:
Test Percentage (%) UL-94 V-2 @ 1/16" 24-28 UL-94 V-0 @ 1/16" 28-32 Specific performance will vary based on application, resin selection, polymer viscosity, processing conditions and use rate of the concentrate.Please contact us for recommended levels and processing conditions for your specific situation.
- Processing
EXTINITY® 0218-108 can be processed using standard conversion equipment at typical conditions for polystyrene, (recommended
processing temperature range of 380°– 450°C). Specific processing conditions vary with application, equipment and usage rate. Please contact us for processing conditions and usage rates recommendations based on your specific needs.
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Handling
SACO AEI Polymers recommends that EXTINITY® 0218-108 be stored in an ambient temperature range (10-25°C), in its original container and away from moisture and high humidity.