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Casamid™ 873 is a general purpose low odor alcohol soluble polyamide resin for flexographic packaging inks. Optimum performance requires higher levels of nitro cellulose than Casamid™ 874.

Chemical Family: Polyamides

End Uses: Flexography Ink

Features: Good Gelation Resistance, Low Odor, Water Resistance

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CASE Ingredients Functions
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Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Ink & Toner Type
Product Applications

Casamid™ 873 has excellent nitro cellulose compatibility and optimum performance of an ink is obtained with relatively high levels of nitro cellulose. The low odor of Casamid™ 873 makes it suitable for food packaging inks. Casamid™ 873 complements Casamid™874 and between them they span the normally encountered levels of nitro cellulose with Casamid™ 874 being suitable for lower levels. Solubility characteristics of Casamid™ 873 are excellent as is gelation resistance. Casamid™ 873 can be considered as a general purpose, alcohol soluble resin for flexographic inks.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Valuemax. 6 mg KOH/g-
Amine Valuemax. 6 mg KOH/g-
Softening Point (Ball & Ring)120 - 130°C-
Melt Viscosity (Cone & Plate, at 160°C)1 - 3poise-
Efflux Time Solution Viscosity (at 25°C, 35% in n-Propanol)16 - 24 secondsZahn No 2 cup

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

Available in 25 kg bags normally 500 kg pallet.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months
Shelf Life & Handling

Store under cool, dry conditions. It is recommended that the material be used within 12 months of certification.

CASAMID polyamide resins are not classified as dangerous and present little or no toxic hazard at normal ambient temperatures, providing good standards of industrial and personal hygiene are practiced. However, dust may be produced during handling and the wearing of protective masks and precautions to avoid potential dust explosion etc. are required.