• A member of the BioBlend® XD family of high durability BioPolymers for injection molding and extrusion.\n• This TDS covers the following BioBlend® XD BioPolymers: XD 26150 and XD 26151.\n• BioBlend® XD 26150 is a masterbatch that contains 50% NuPlastiQ® CG BioPolymer compounded with High Impact Polystyrene.\n• Made from 50% annually renewable agricultural resources.
Properties
Physical Form
Masterbatch
Pellets
Solid
Product families
Applications
Applications
Consumer Goods — Housewares
Printing & Packaging — Packaging
Non-Food Consumer Packaging
Product Families
Plastics — Engineering & Specialty Polymers
Blends & Alloys
Plastics — Masterbatches
Additive Masterbatches
Other characteristics
Brand
BioBlend® XD
Carrier
Polystyrenes (PS), Resin-based
Polystyrenes (PS)
Resin-based
Density
1200.0 - 1200.0 kg/m³
Functions
Resin
Polymer Name
TPS/HIPS Alloy
Processing Methods
Extrusion, Injection Molding, Thermoforming
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Polystyrenes (PS)
Color
Opaque
Tan
White
Markets
Consumer Goods
Printing & Packaging
Technology
Plastics
Packaging Type
Bags
Labeling Claims
Bio-based
Biodegradable
Material Features
Biodegradable
Compostable
Low Odor
Low Water Solubility
Storage and Drying
BioLogiQ BioBlends are dried after production and shipped in sealed moisture-proof bags that are ready to use as supplied. They should be stored indoors in the sealed container away from heat until used.; If pellets are exposed to a humid environment, they will absorb moisture from the air. If needed, dry pellets by introducing warm dry air at no more than 80°C for 1-4 hours.; The estimated moisture content of a BioLogiQ BioBlend can be measured with an infrared moisture analyzer at 105°C for 10 minutes. The result of the measurement will not perfectly equal the moisture content, due to possible partial evaporation of plasticizer. The result from this test should be <0.5% moisture prior to processing.
Chemical Inventories
DSL (Canada)
ENCS (Japan)
IECSC (China)
TSCA (USA)
Processing Considerations
XD 26150 is designed to be diluted with additional polystyrene to achieve a final NuPlastiQ GP concentration between 10% and 40%.; XD 26150 can be run on existing process equipment with a few adjustments.; Injection molded applications with XD 26150 are slightly more sensitive to processing conditions such as temperature profile and cycle time.; Some equipment (shorter residence time, higher output) may allow for higher processing temperatures (210°C - 220°C).; If the melt temperature is too hot for the specific blend, some scorching and dark coloring may occur. Lower the extrusion temperature and continue processing until the color lightens to an acceptable level.
Certifications and Compliance
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA); SARA 311/312; SARA 313
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