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Epolene® E-16 is a low density, oxidized polyethylene wax. It is used to make water based wax emulsions that are useful in floor polish and coatings.
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Product Overview
Epolene® E-16 is an oxidized polyethylene polymer with low density and low molecular weight. It has physical characteristics that are between E-10 and E-14. Epolene® E-16 can be used to make low-color wax emulsions with good anti-slip and durability properties for use in textiles, polishes, and coatings.
Product Specifications
Polymer Type:
Oxidized Polyethylene
Molecular Weight: 5,500
Mettler Softening Point:
100°C (ASTM D 6090)
Penetration Hardness:
4 dmm (ASTM D5)
Viscosity, Brookfield: 700 cP @ 125°C
Oxidized Polyethylene
Molecular Weight: 5,500
Mettler Softening Point:
100°C (ASTM D 6090)
Penetration Hardness:
4 dmm (ASTM D5)
Viscosity, Brookfield: 700 cP @ 125°C
Primary Chemistry: Oxidized Polyethylene
Features & Benefits
Low moisture vapor transmission
Low color
Grease resistance
High gloss
Good heat seal ability
Produces stable emulsions
Low color
Grease resistance
High gloss
Good heat seal ability
Produces stable emulsions
Problems Solved
Instability of water based wax emulsions.
Polish does not produce a glossy finish.
Polish does not produce a glossy finish.
Applications
Automotive refinish, Automotive OEM, Pressure sensitive adhesives, wax modification, floor finishes, Plastic processing aid