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POLYOX™ WSR N3000 is a water-soluble poly(ethylene oxide) resin that is typically used as binder for fluroescent lamp phosphors and as an emollient for soaps and detergents.
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Product Overview
POLYOX™ WSR N3000 is non-ionic, water-soluble polymer composed of poly(ethylene oxide). It has a molecular weight of 400,000. POLYOX™ WSR N3000 is most commonly used to bind phosphors in fluorescent lamps and cathode ray tubes. Additionally, POLYOX™ WSR N3000 can be used as a binder for hand soaps that also imparts a soft feel and smooth application to the soap. POLYOX™ WSR N3000 can also be used to thicken detergents and will act as an emollient in these applications. Water-soluble films can be made using POLYOX™ WSR N3000. These films are used in the packaging of solid detergent products.
Product Specifications
Viscosity: 2,250 - 4,500 cP
Silicon dioxide: 0.8 - 3.0 WT%
Silicon dioxide: 0.8 - 3.0 WT%
Primary Chemistry: Poly(ethylene oxide)
Features & Benefits
Water-soluble
High binding efficiency
Crosslinkable
Viscoelastic
Thermoplastic
Low toxicity
Nonionic
Emollient
Binds phosphors
High binding efficiency
Crosslinkable
Viscoelastic
Thermoplastic
Low toxicity
Nonionic
Emollient
Binds phosphors
Problems Solved
Short working life of fluorescent lamps
Roughness of skin caused by hand soap
Roughness of skin caused by hand soap
Applications
Fluorescent lamps; Cathode ray tubes; Hand soap; Detergent; Water-soluble packaging; Water-based adhesives
Learn more about POLYOX™ WSR N3000 applications and functionality on our Cellulosics dedicated website. Click Here!
Learn more about POLYOX™ WSR N3000 applications and functionality on our Cellulosics dedicated website. Click Here!