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Struktol Company of America, LLC V-PEAS LA

Struktol Company of America, V-PEAS LA - External lubricant for calendering.

Functions: Lubricant (Internal), Processing Aid

Chemical Family: Fatty Acids

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Processing Methods: Calendering, Extrusion, Injection Molding

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Features & Benefits

Advantage and Applications

Advantage :

STRUKTOL® V-PEAS LA is a very effective lubricant with externally lubricating properties which has no negative impact on clarity in extrusion, calendaring, or injection molding. STRUKTOL® V-PEAS LA is noted to have ideal characteristics for clear applications where clarity is critical and where lower cost in performance is needed to replace montanic esters.

Applications :

STRUKTOL® V-PEAS LA is a very compatible complex ester lubricant and is especially suited for calendered PVC sheet. It also has application in extrusion, blow molding and injection molding formulations.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Properties

CLTE - Transverse (-22 to 86°F)
Off-white prill or pastille
Appearance
Off-White Prill Or Pastille
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Value5 - 10mg KOH/g-
Melting Point40 - 50°C-
Specific Gravity1.017--

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory Status

STRUKTOL® V-PEAS LA is sanctioned for use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in a number of applications, listed in the following section of Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations: 178.3690

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 Months
Storage and Packaging

Storage Stability :

At least 2 year under normal storage conditions

Packaging :

55 lb. bag