BioBlend® XP 24650
- Chemical Family
- Modifed StarchesPolyethylenesPolyolefins
• One of the BioBlend® XP family of high performance BioPolymers designed for blown film applications.\n• BioBlend® XP 24650 is a masterbatch that contains 50% NuPlastiQ GP BioPolymer compounded with hexene LLDPE.\n• Made from 50% annually renewable agricultural resources.\n• Supplied in pellet form.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Masterbatch
- Solid
Product families
Applications
- Food & Beverage Packaging
Product Families
- Blends & Alloys
- Additive Masterbatches
Other characteristics
- Brand
- BioBlend® XP
- Carrier
Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE), Resin-based; Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE); Resin-based
- Functions
- Resin
- Polymer Name
- TPS/LLDPE Alloy
- Processing Methods
- Blown Film Extrusion, Extrusion, Film Extrusion
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)
- Color
- Opaque
- Tan
- White
- Markets
- Printing & Packaging
- Technology
- Plastics
- Packaging Type
- Bags
- Labeling Claims
- Bio-based
- Biodegradable
- Material Features
- Compostable
- Excellent Strength
- High Performance
- Improves Plasticity
- 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.
- Processing Considerations
XP 24650 is designed to be diluted with polyethylene to a final NuPlastiQ® content between 10% and 40%.; XP 24650 can be run on existing process equipment with a few adjustments.; Films made with NuPlastiQ are more sensitive to processing conditions such as temperature profile, residence time, die gap, and blow-up ratio. See the NuPlastiQ Film Processing Guide for additional information.; A typical recommended temperature profile will be in the 160°C – 190°C range.; Depending on equipment, process conditions, and residence time, as temperatures increase in this range the glycerin plasticizer may experience some volatilization. This may cause a slight odor and/or smoke and is expected under normal processing conditions. Always use proper ventilation. See the BioBlend® XP 24650 SDS for details.; Some equipment (higher output, lower residence time) may allow for higher processing temperatures (190°C - 200°C).; Melt temperatures above 205°C may cause material degradation, lensing and fish-eyes in the film.; When extruder operation has to be stopped temporarily, it is recommended to purge the material in the barrel before resuming film processing.; This TDS covers the following BioBlend® XP BioPolymers: XP 24650 and XP 24651
- Certifications and Compliance
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
- Compatible Polymers and Resins
- Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Disposable Packaging
- Film
- Flexible Packaging
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Blown Film Extrusion
- Extrusion
- Film Extrusion
Technical data
Table 1 of 6
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.3 | g/cm³ | ASTM D792 |
Table 2 of 6
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Izod - Notched | 19.8 | J/m | ASTM D882 |
| Tensile Elongation at Break | 50 | % | D638 |
| Tensile Secant Modulus (at 1%) | 230 | MPa | D638 |
| Tensile Strength at Break | 14 | MPa | D638 |
Table 3 of 6
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt Flow Index (2) | 3.5 - 6.0 | g/10 min (190 °C/10 kg) | ASTM D1238 |
Table 4 of 6
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture Content | approx. 0.5 | % | ASTM D6980 |
Table 5 of 6
7 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dart Drop Test (3) | 120 | g | ASTM D1709 |
| Elmendorf Tear MD (3) | 100 | g | ASTM D1922 |
| Elmendorf Tear TD (3) | 130 | g | ASTM D1922 |
| Elongation at Break MD (3) | 310 | % | ASTM D882 |
| Elongation at Break TD (3) | 130 | % | ASTM D882 |
| Tensile Strength MD (3) | 14 | MPa | ASTM D882 |
| Tensile Strength TD (3) | 11 | MPa | ASTM D882 |
Table 6 of 6
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flexural Modulus | 310 | MPa | D790 |
