Flamtard H (zinc hydroxystannate) is an insoluble, non-hazardous, antimony-free flame retardant synergist that inhibits the development of flames and smoke in polymers. In halogen-containing polymers, the material has both condensed and vapor phase action during combustion. At 220 °C, the material releases 15w% of water, then at higher temperatures (400 °C - 600 °C) zinc and tin ions exert catalytic activity that inhibits the radical chain reaction causing the flame. In halogen-free polymers Flamtard H can increase the char consistency and strength.

Chemical Name: Zinc Hydroxystannate

Functions: Flame Retardant, Smoke Suppressant, Solid Lubricant, Synergist

Chemical Family: Zinc & Zinc Compounds, Zinc Salts, Zinc Stannates (ZS)

Labeling Claims: Environmentally Friendly, Non-Hazardous

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Identification & Functionality

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CAS No.
12027-96-2
EC No.
404-410-4
Chemical formula

ZnSnO3.3H2O or ZnSn(OH)6

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Applications

William Blythe’s Flamtard H (zinc hydroxystannate) is ideal for use in applications such as:

Coating Additives
  • Smoke suppressant and flame retardant synergist for flame retardant paints.
  • Transparent conductive oxide used in the manufacture of films for solar cells, touch screens, and energy efficient glass.
Polymer Additives
  • Smoke suppressant and flame retardant synergist with co-flame retardants. For polymer processing at temperatures below 220°C.
  • Co-additive in phosphate flame retardant containing polymer formulations to optimize char formation.
Process Chemicals
  • Solid lubricant additive in friction materials.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight286.15
Product Forms
  • William Blythe’s Flamtard H (zinc hydroxystannate) is available as a powder in both standard and free-flowing grades.

Regulatory & Compliance

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Technical Details & Test Data

Flame and Smoke Retardants
  • Flame retardants are used in polymers to impart a resistance to combustion and to prevent the development of flame and toxic gas, Applications where polymers are used in the presence of high numbers of people (e.g. mass transport and buildings) have approval standards that demand the atmost performance from flame retardant additives. Particular attention is applied to the reduction of smoke in such applications. Flamtard products developed by William Blythe act on these two areas of performance and are used in polymer systems ranging from PVC to High Temperature Polyamides.
  • The physical and mechanical properties of polymer compounds are carefully attuned to their final application. Solid polymer additives, like flame retardants, must be compatible with the polymer and must not impair key performance properties, nor adversely affect processing on high volume production lines, Flamtard products are successfully used in polyethylene, PVC, unsaturated polyesters, polyamides and PBT.
Protection from the Hazards of fire and Smoke
  • All Flamtard products are classified as non-hazardous, are environmentally benign and have a full portfolio of Supporting toxicological data. Flamtard products are registered for use world-wide; including Europe [REACH], USA [TSCA] and Japan [ENCS).
  • The Flamtard range has been developed and manufactured in-house Using optimum process cantrol for product consistency and offering excellent calour stability. Products within the range are stable and compatible with most polymer systems (e.g. PVC and Polyamide] with no adverse effect on polymer performance properties [e.g. Mechanical].
  • Our commitment to excellence and continuous improvament ensures that all Flamtard products are of a high purity with tightly controtled particle size, to deliver consistently superior performance.
  • The Flamtard range has dual phase activity: inhibiting flame by the gas phase mechanism and suppressing smoke by a condensed phase mechanism (see diagram below).

Flamtard H - Protection From The Hazards of Fire And Smoke

  • In selected applications, Flamtard offers multi-functional performance to modify rheology, reduce corrosivity and benefit polymer properties.
  • Multiple product variants and forms are available within the Flamtard range.