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EPOLENE® E-43 Polymer
EPOLENE® E-43 is a maleic anhydride grafted polypropylene wax. It is typically used in emulsion-based formulations and hot-melt adhesives and as a coupling agent for composites.
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- Manufacturer: Westlake
- Product Line: EPOLENE® Polymers
- Product: EPOLENE® Emulsifiable Polymers
- Industries: Adhesives | Coatings | Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
EPOLENE® E-43 is a medium–molecular weight, maleic anhydride–modified polypropylene polymer used as a wax modifier in hot-melt adhesives and floor care emulsions. It is also used as a compatibilizer for polypropylene (PP) composites. Here, the maleic anhydride functionality and polarity of EPOLENE® E-43 allow for increased compatibility of PP composites with nylon and EVOH, making it useful for producing custom polypropylene compounds. When EPOLENE® E-43 is used in hot-melt adhesive formulations, it improves adhesion to metals and plastics. In floor finish formulations, it will increase slip resistance, toughness, and durability.
Specifications
Polymer type: Maleic anhydride–grafted polypropylene
Molecular weight: 9,100
Ring and ball softening point, °C: 158
Penetration hardness, dmm (ASTM D5): Less than 1
Brookfield viscosity at 190°C, cPs: 300
Primary Chemistry: Chemically modified polypropylen
Features & Benefits
- Facilitates excellent pigment dispersion
- Imparts low color
- Increases durability and slip resistance in floor care formulations
- Creates high gloss
- Improves adhesion to metal and plastic
Problems Solved
Incompatibility of nylon or EVOH in polypropylene compounding applications Poor adhesion of hot-melt coatings or adhesives to metal or plastic Low slip resistance or durability of floor finishes
Applications
Hot-melt adhesives Floor finishes Polypropylene compounds
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