VINNEX® 2522 is a solid, thermoplastic homopolymer that is transparent, colorless, and odorless. It is produced through the polymerization of vinyl acetate. This product is commonly used for modifying biopolymers and biopolymer compounds, as well as for blending with natural fibers or flours like wood, starch, and cork.

Functions: Filler

Chemical Family: Vinyls, Vinylics & Vinyl Derivatives

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Bioplastics, Polybutylene Succinate (PBS), Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB), Polylactic Acid (PLA)

Processing Methods: Blown Film Extrusion, Calendering, Extrusion, Film Extrusion, Injection Molding, Thermoforming

End Uses: Food Packaging, Medical/Healthcare Applications

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Materials Features

Applications & Uses

Applications
  • PLA Applications
  • Additives for Biopolymers
  • PHA/PHB Applications
  • PBS Applications

 

Typical applications 

Modification of biopolymers and biopolymer compounds; blending with natural fibers or flour such as wood, starch and cork.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melt Viscosity (100% Polymer, parallel plates, oscillation mode,at 100°C)approx. 8000 Pa.sBohlin high temperature viscosimeter
Melt Viscosity (100% Polymer, parallel plates, oscillation mode,at 120°C)approx. 2600 Pa.sBohlin high temperature viscosimeter
Melt Viscosity (100% Polymer, parallel plates, oscillation mode,at 140°C)approx. 500 Pa.sBohlin high temperature viscosimeter
Melt Viscosity (100% Polymer, parallel plates, oscillation mode,at 160°C)approx. 120 Pa.sBohlin high temperature viscosimeter
Densityapprox. 1.18 g/cm³DIN EN ISO 1183 /1-3
Glass Transition Temperatureapprox. 42 °CDSC DIN EN ISO 11357-2
Loss on Dryingmax. 1.0 %FCC
Molecular Weight (Mw)approx. 65000 g/molSEC, PS-Standard
Softening Point119°CASTM D 3104
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Numbermax. 0.5 mg KOH/gSpecific Method
Free Acetic Acidmax. 0.05 %Specific method
Residual Monomer (Vinyl acetate)max. 5 ppmFCC
Viscosity (at 20°C, in 10 % ethyl acetate)3.5 - 5.0 mPa·sASTM D 445 - 06

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • Middle East
  • North America
  • Oceania
Packaging Information

VINNEX® 2522 is supplied in 25 kg Paper Bags.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 Months
Storage Information
  • To prevent caking VINNEX® 2522 Spezial should not be stored at temperatures above 20°C. Storage conditions must be dry; material must be protected from direct sun exposure.
  • Under these conditions the product has a shelf life of at least 24 months.