Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Chemical Name
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- CAS No.
- 2440-22-4
- EC No.
- 219-470-5
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Chemical Name
2-(2'-Hydroxy-5'-methylphenyl)-benzotriazole
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Materials Features
- Features
- Very high photostability for its strong ability to absorb light especially in UV region(270-340nm)
- Odorless, does not bring smells to the polymers.
- Very stable to heat, and can be used in plastics which require high processing temperature.
- Low vapor pressure, very little or no loss during processing.
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Applications
- Styrenic polymers: 0.2-0.5wt% for PS based on polymer wt.
0.3-0.5wt% for ABS based on polymer wt.
0.5-2.0wt% for HIPS based on polymer wt. - Polyvinyl chloride: 0.2-0.5wt% for PVC based on polymer wt.
- Polyurethane: 0.3-1.0wt% for PS based on polymer wt.
- Polyacrylate: 0.15-0.3wt% for PS based on polymer wt.
- Polycarbonate: 0.15-0.3wt% for PS based on polymer wt.
- Unsaturated Polyester: 0.2-0.4wt% for PS based on polymer wt.
- Styrenic polymers: 0.2-0.5wt% for PS based on polymer wt.
Properties
- Appearance
- White to yellowish crystal powder
- Typical Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Transmittance | min . 97 | % | — |
Assay | min . 99 | % | — |
Ash Content | max. 0.3 | % | — |
Melting Point | 129 -132 | °C | — |
Volatile Content | max. 0.5 | % | — |
Safety & Health
- Toxicity & Safety
UV-P can be safely handled without irritation caused to the skin.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
In 25 kg carton drum with inner plastic bag.
Storage & Handling
- Storage
In a closed system and dry, dark place without any light exposure.