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WARADUR® ESM is a hard, special ester wax with a crystalline structure, mainly consisting of esters of montanic acids with mono- and multihydroxyl alcohols. Montanic acids are straight-chained monocarboxylic acids with a chain length in the range of mainly C16 – C32. The corresponding esters exhibit chain length in the range of mainly C34 – C66.

Functions: Dispersant, Lubricant (External), Lubricant (Internal), Mold Release Agent, Release Agent

Labeling Claims: Environmentally Friendly, Non-Carcinogenic, Non-Hazardous, Non-Mutagenic, Reprotoxic substance-free

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Polyamides, Polycarbonates (PC), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Polyoxymethylene (POM), Polypropylenes (PP), Polystyrenes (PS), Polyurethanes (PU), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE), Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
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Structural Characteristics

WARADUR® ESM - Structural Characteristics

Features & Benefits

General Advantages

WARADUR® ESM was designed to combine the lubrication properties of oleochemical esters with those of montan wax esters. The typical advantages of montan wax esters are maintained.

Applications & Uses

Recommended Application Areas

Lubricants, mold release agents, dispersing agents, process auxiliaries for: PA, PP, PU/TPU, PET, PC, PS, ABS, PVC, TPE, POM, thermosets, polymer blends

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Value28 - 38mg KOH/gISO 2114
Viscosity (120°C)approx. 20mPa.sAA 3.2.1.520
Density1.00 - 1.02g/cm³Ph. Eur. 2.2.5
Drop Point80 - 85°CASTM 3954
Saponification Value148 - 180mg KOH/gISO 3681

Regulatory & Compliance

Legislation

Food contact legislation :

Product for technical applications

Other legislation :

REACH, RoHS and CONEG compliant

Safety & Health

Product Safety

WARADUR® ESM is not classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic; no health or environmental hazards are known, provided it is applied in industrial and professional settings

Packaging & Availability

Packaging
  • Paper bag
  • Big Bag

Storage & Handling

Storage

Store at ambient temperature on a dry place. Protect from heat/overheating and direct sunlight. The maximum shelf life is 5 years after production. Thereafter, tests of the chemical characteristics are recommended. After delivery, a minimum remaining shelf life at the customer of 1.5 years is warranted.