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Licowax® PE 520 fine grain Edition Date January 01, 2014 Edition Number 14
Polyethylene/-propylene copolymer wax
Product Description
Licowax PE 520 fine grain is a medium-molecular weight, non-polar copolymer wax.
Benefits
Excellent anti-sticking properties when used in PVC melts
Improved flow of PE compounds
Effective dispersing agent for PE Masterbatch applications
Provides excellent organoleptic properties, brilliant dispersing properties for pigments, fillers and additives as well as thermal stability and color stability
Excellent rub and scratch resistance properties
Effective matting agent in wood coatings
FDA approved
Specifications
Delivery Specifications and (*) General Properties
Characteristics Unit Target value Test method
Appearance white fine grain QM-AA-634
Drop point [°C] 117 - 123 ASTM D 3954
Density (23°C) [g/cm³] 0.92 - 0.94 ISO 1183
*Acid value [mg KOH/g] 0 ISO 2114
*Viscosity [mPa·s] ~ 650 DIN 53019 at 140°C
Applications
Licowax PE 520 fine grain is an efficient external lubricant for rigid PVC applications, providing excellent anti-sticking properties to the PVC melt, resulting in a smooth
and glossy surface of the end article. As well it can be used as an internal lubricant for polyolefins providing flow improvement of PE compounds and as an release agent
for elastomers and rubber applications.
It is also an effective dispersing agent for PE masterbatch applications, providing excellent organoleptic properties, brilliant dispersing properties for pigments, fillers and
additives as well as thermal stability.
Licowax PE 520 fine grain can be used in hotmelt adhesives as viscosity modifier. Depending on the dosage, open and set time can be adjusted.
It can also be used as a wax compound in printing inks to provide rub and scratch resistance as well as a slip modification additive. It is especially recommend for offset
printing inks.
Packaging and Handling
Delivery form
Fine grain
The product is also available in other physical forms.
Packaging
Paper bag 20 kg
Pallet 800 kg (40 bags)
Polyethylene bag 20 kg
Pallet 1000 kg (50 bags)
Paper bag 25 kg
Pallet 1000 kg (40 bags)
Big Bag 500 kg
Big Bag 800 kg
Storage
For best shelf life, store this product in a dry area at normal ambient temperatures.
Minimum shelf life is two years form the date of shipping when properly stored.
Safety
Hazards
The product does not require a hazard warning label according CLP regulation (Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008, as amended).
For further information please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet.
Contact Us;
Please contact us for safety and regulatory details or the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
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