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SGF4960

SGF4960 is a homopolymer high-density polyethylene designed for the blow-molding segment. This product offers a winning combination of high density, stiffness, and exceptional impact resistance, making it ideal for various applications. With a minimum biobased carbon content of 96% (ASTM D6866), it demonstrates Braskem's commitment to sustainability. SGF4960's versatile properties make it well-suited for use in sports and recreation equipment, food and beverage packaging, and toys, among others. Its low carbon content further adds to its appeal as an eco-friendly choice.\nFor more information regarding REACH, please visit Braskem's REACH site

Product families

Applications

Applications
  • Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation
Printing & Packaging — Packaging
  • Food & Beverage Packaging
  • Non-Food Consumer Packaging

Product Families

Plastics — Basic Thermoplastics
  • Polyolefins

Other characteristics

Brand
I'm green bio-based
Polymer Name

High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Compound; High Density Polyethylene (HDPE); High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Compound

Melt Flow Index
28.0 g/10 min
Processing Methods

Blow Molding, Compression Molding, Extrusion, Extrusion Blow Molding (EBM), Profile Extrusion, Tubing Extrusion

Note

Typical properties correspond to average values obtained in our laboratories. Test specimens prepared from compression molded sheet made according to ASTM D 4703. Thickness of test piece: a) 2 mm; b) 3 mm.

Markets
  • Consumer Goods
  • Printing & Packaging
Technology
Plastics
Labeling Claims
  • Bio-based
  • Low Carbon Footprint (PCF)
  • Recyclable
  • Sustainable
  • Sustainable Polyethylene
Quality Standards
In Preview
Material Features
  • High Density
  • High Impact Resistance
  • High Stiffness
  • Low Carbon Content
  • Renewable Resource Content
Chemical Inventories
TSCA (USA)
Certifications and Compliance

Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensations & Liability Act (CERCLA); SARA 313

Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
  • Beverage Bottles
  • Bottles
  • Caps
  • Closures
  • Containers
  • Cosmetic Packaging
  • Cosmetics Bottles
  • Food Packaging
Plastics and Elastomers Functions
Resin
Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
  • Blow Molding
  • Compression Molding
  • Extrusion
  • Extrusion Blow Molding (EBM)
  • Profile Extrusion
  • Tubing Extrusion

Technical data

Table 1 of 3

1 row
CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
C14 Contentmin. 96%ASTM D 6866

Table 2 of 3

2 rows
CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Melt Flow Rate (at 190°C, 2.16kg)0.34g/10 minASTM D1238
Density0.962g/cm³ASTM D792

Table 3 of 3

7 rows
CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Melt Flow Rate (at 190°C, 21.6kg)28.0g/10 minASTM D 1238
Tensile Strength (at Yield) ᵃ30.0MPaASTM D 638
Tensile Strength (at Break) ᵃ30.0MPaASTM D 638
Flexural Modulus (1% Secant) ᵇ1550.0MPaASTM D 790
Tensile Impact Strength (at 23°C)90.0kJ/m²ISO 8256
Deflection Temperature Under Load (at 0.455 MPa) ᵇ70.0°CASTM D 648
Vicat Softening Temperature (at 10 N) ᵇ132.0°CASTM D 1525

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