TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
PVC-500
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
PVC-500 is a suspension type polyvinyl chloride homopolymer resin intended for
flexible applications. This resin has a high molecular weight and high plasticizer
absorption.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
• Wire and cables insulation.
• Extruded, blown and calendered films and sheet for industrial, medical and food
contact applications.
• Extrusion of flexible profiles
• Medical and food grade tubing and molded devices.
• Blood bags and containers for IV solutions.
• Extrusion of hoses.
• Injection molding of shoes and soles.
PROPERTIES
Test Method PVC-500
Appearance - White Powder
K Value DIN 53726 70 ± 1
Inherent viscosity ASTM D 1243 0.96-1.02
Bulk density, g/l ASTM D 1895, Method A 450 min.
Plasticizer absorption, phr ASTM D 3367 30 min.
Particle size distribution:
% Passes through sieve 40 ASTM D 1921 100%.
% Passes through sieve 200 6 % max.
Volatile content, % ASTM D 3030 0.5 max.
Residual VCM, ppm ASTM D 3749 1 max.
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PACKAGING AND STORAGE
PVC-500 is available in 25 kg paper or plastic bags, and in big bags. It should always be
stored in their original package, in a dry cool place with good ventilation, and protected
from solar radiation
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
MEXICHEM RESINAS COLOMBIA S.A.’s Department of Technical Service is
available to answer your questions and give technical assistance. Please contact this
department at telephone (575) 6685900 Cartagena de Indias – Colombia.
MEXICHEM RESINAS COLOMBIA S.A. ADDRESSES
Sales Offices: Carrera 9A No 99 - 02, Of. 1001, Phone: (571) 6513600, Fax: (571)
6229180 - 6229117, P.O. Box 14451, Bogotá D.C. - Colombia.
Plant: Mamonal Km 8. Phones: (575) 6685411 / (575) 6685900, Fax: (575) 6685111,
P.O. Box 1707, Cartagena de Indias – Colombia.
Web Page: www.mexichem.com/resinascolombia
IMPORTANT: The information printed is based on general experience and given in good faith without implying any
guarantee.
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