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WARADUR® KME is a special wax blend, consisting of hydrocarbon wax additives and esters of long-chain fatty acids (mainly C28 – C32) with multihydroxyl alcohols. The corresponding esters exhibit chain length in the range of mainly C34 – C66. Product for the preparation of aqueous dispersions. A proprietary emulsifier mixture (APEO-free) is already incorporated in this blend.

Functions: Emulsifier

Chemical Family: Waxes

Labeling Claims: APEO-free

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyurethanes (PU), Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
General Advantages

WARADUR® KME is easy to emulsify. Non-ionic emulsions can prepared in concentrations of 10 % up to 30 %. Because the wax is self-emulsifying, emulsions are easily prepared by stirring the solid flakes/pastilles into hot water.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Recommended Application Areas
  • Engineering Plastics: Release agent especially in the production of formulations based on TPU and PU with low Shore hardness. Prevents the sticking or adhesion of the granules.
  • Thermosets

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Value18 - 26mg KOH/gISO 2114
Viscosity (120°C)10 - 20mPa.sAA 3.2.1.520
Density1.00 - 1.02g/cm³Ph. Eur. 2.2.5
Drop Point82 - 88°CASTM 3954
Saponification Value90 - 110mg KOH/gISO 3681

Regulatory & Compliance

Legislation

Food contact legislation :

Product for technical applications; not food contact compliant.

Other legislation :

  • REACH, RoHS and CONEG compliant
  • Components listed in all relevant national inventories

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
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.