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The R.J. Marshall Company FD440

The R.J. Marshall Company FD440 is an antimony free inorganic synergist for halogenated flame retardant systems. FD440 can allow the formulator to significantly reduce the antimony trioxide level in a formula while providing equivalent performance at a reduced cost. This product is applicable to PVC, CPE, and a wide range of polymer systems where the flame retardant is bromine or chlorine based.

Functions: Flame Retardant, Smoke Suppressant

Chemical Family: Chemical Mixtures & Blends

Labeling Claims: Antimony-free

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyethylenes (PE), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

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Identification & Functionality

Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Usage Rate

PVC Wire & Cable Jacket Example

Formulation Ingredient Control FD440
PVC Resin 100 100
DINP 45 45
Ca-Zn Stabilizer 6 6
Stearic Acid 0.3 0.3
ATH 60 60
Antimony Trioxide Synergist 5 2.2
FD440 Synergist 0 2.8
     
Limiting Oxygen Index % 35 35
Peak Heat Release Rate (kW/m²) 182.8+/-17.3 154.2+/-6.4
Total Heat Release (MJ/m²) 31.8+/-9.5 33.7+/-6.5
Ignited Y/N Y Y

 

Properties

Physical Form
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Decomposition Temperaturemin. 290°C
Less than 99.9%25microns
Median Particle Size2 - 3microns
Specific Gravity2.83

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Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging
  • 50 lb plastic bags
  • Pallet weight 2500 lbs