Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- CAS No.
- 1843-05-06
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Chemical Name
2-Hydroxy-4-octoxy benzophenone
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Materials Features
- Features
- Very high photostability for its strong ability to absorb light especially in UV region(300-400nm)
- No effect on the odor of the resins.
- Very low vapor pressure, prevents product from loss during processing.
- Very high heat resistance, without significant degradation or volatility at proper extrusion temperature.
- High purity, no adverse effects due to impurities.
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Applications
- Polypropylene : 0.2~0.5% on the polymer weight
- Polyethylene : 0.2~0.5% on the polymer weight.
- Polyvinyl chloride: 0.5~2% for plasticized PVC by weight basis about 0.5% for rigid PVC by weight basis.
Properties
- Appearance
- Slightly yellowish crystal powder
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Molecular Weight | 326 | — | — |
| Assay | min . 99 | % | — |
| Ash Content | max. 0.3 | % | — |
| Melting Point | 46.5 - 49 | °C | — |
| Formula | C21H26O3 | — | — |
Safety & Health
- Toxicity & Safety
UV-531 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.