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RPR 3A1 NL Recycled Polyethylene

Braskem Recycled RPR 3A1 NL is a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) with eco-friendly attributes. Labeled as bisphenol A-free, containing PCR resin, and boasting a low carbon footprint (PCF), this polymer emphasizes sustainability. With excellent environmental stress crack resistance (ESCR), it caters to the consumer goods, printing, and packaging markets. Ideal for containers, small bottles, and blow molding of up to 20 L for chemicals, domestic use, and oils. Available in a natural color.\nFor more information regarding REACH, please visit Braskem's REACH site

Product families

Applications

Applications
  • Consumer Goods — Housewares
Printing & Packaging — Packaging
  • Food & Beverage Packaging
  • Industrial & Transport Packaging
  • Non-Food Consumer Packaging

Product Families

Plastics — Basic Thermoplastics
  • Polyolefins
  • Recycled Polymers

Other characteristics

Brand
Wenew
Density
955.0 kg/m³
Polymer Name
High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Labeling Claims

Bisphenol A-free, Contains PCR Resin, Food Contact Acceptable, Low Carbon Footprint (PCF), Recycled, Sustainable; Bisphenol A-free; Contains PCR Resin; Food Contact Acceptable; Low Carbon Footprint (PCF); Recycled; Sustainable

Processing Methods
Blow Molding, Extrusion
Markets
  • Consumer Goods
  • Printing & Packaging
Technology
Plastics
Color
Natural
Material Features

Chemical Resistant; Food Contact Acceptable; Good Environmental Stress Crack Resistance (ESCR); Good Processability; Good Rigidity; Good Stiffness

Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
  • Blown Containers
  • Containers
  • Cosmetic Packaging
  • Industrial Containers
Plastics and Elastomers Functions
Resin
Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
  • Blow Molding
  • Extrusion

Technical data

Table 1 of 2

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Tensile Strength at Yield26MPaASTM D638
Elongation at Breakmin. 400%ASTM D638
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity (Secant 1% method)1270MPaASTM D638
Flexural Modulus (Secant 1% method)1280MPaASTM D790
Izod Impact Strength135J/mASTM D256
ESCR (IGEPAL 10%)84hASTM D1693
ESCR (IGEPAL 100%)1000hASTM D1693

Table 2 of 2

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Melt Flow Rate (190° C/2.16 kg)0.38g/10 minASTM D1238
Density0.955g/cm3ASTM D792

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