Chemiton® Flex
Chemiton® Flex is based on TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin elastomer) are particularly suitable for food contact, fatty and oily food. The available grades for food contact, indeed, show a better resistance to oil, fat and hydrocarbon in comparison to traditional compounds based on HSBC.
Product families
- Styrenic Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE-S)
- Thermoplastic Olefin Elastomers (TPO)
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Chemiton
- Polymer Name
- Styrene Block Copolymer (SBC)
- Processing Methods
- Extrusion, Injection Molding
- Markets
- Automotive & Transportation
- Consumer Goods
- Electrical & Electronics
- Healthcare & Pharma
- Printing & Packaging
- Processing
Injection molding, adhesion to polyolefinic polymers; Extrusion
- Key Features
Unfilled compound based on mixtures of saturated styrenic block-copolymers (HSBC) and TPOs; Wide service temperature range, good impact resistance at low temperature; Nice glossy surface finishing; Easy to be colored; Weather, UV and ozone resistant
- Main Markets
Medical applications and personal care; Toys; Design and fashion elements; Sports (winter and general outdoor sport applications); Furniture elements; Household articles (also food contact); Electrical devices; Automotive
- Technology
- Elastomers
- Labeling Claims
- Recyclable
- Regulation Status
Compliant with 10/2011/CE, 1907/2006/CE, 2002/72/CE, 76/769/CE, ROHS, RAEE, WEEE, ELV, EN71/3
- Material Features
- Electrically Insulating
- Excellent Elasticity
- Excellent Transparency Properties
- Glossy Surface Aspects
- Good Surface Finish
- Good Weather Stability
- Hydrocarbon Resistant
- Low Density
- Certifications and Compliance
Directive 2011/65/EC amended through EU/2015/863 (RoHS); End-of-Life (ELV) Compliant; Other Certifications & Compliance; REACH (Europe); Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Automotive Applications
- Automotive Exterior Parts
- Automotive Interior Parts
- Cosmetic Packaging
- Furniture
- Household Goods
- Medical Devices
- Medical/Healthcare Applications
Technical data
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2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness | 65 - 80 | Shore A |
| Density | 0.88 - 0.89 | g/cm³ |
