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Casamid™ 879 is a general purpose, alcohol soluble, thermoplastic polyamide resin for flexographic packaging inks.

Chemical Family: Polyamides

End Uses: Flexography Ink

Features: Good Antiblocking Properties, Good Gelation Resistance, Water Resistance

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CASE Ingredients Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Ink & Toner Type
Product Applications

Inks made from Casamid™ 879 exhibit similar dry film properties to those made from Casamid™ 874. However, Casamid™ 879 based inks offer improved speed of dry. Gelation resistance; water resistance and antiblocking characteristics are excellent.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Valuemax. 6 mg KOH/g-
Amine Valuemax. 6 mg KOH/g-
Softening Point (Ball & Ring)105 - 115°C-
Melt Viscosity (Cone & Plate, at 160°C)1.5 - 3.5 poise-
Efflux Time Solution Viscosity (at 25°C, 35% in n-Propanol)18 - 27 secondsZahn No 2 cup

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

Available in 25 kg bags normally 500 kg per 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.

Polyamide resins are not classified as dangerous and present little or no toxic hazard at normal ambient temperature, 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.