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CERALENE® 1X

CAS Number
9002-88-4
EC Number
618-339-3
Chemical Name
Polyethylene

CERALENE® 1X is a low density polyethylene wax with a typical average molecular weight of 1200 MW.

Properties

Physical Form
  • Prills
  • Solid

Identification

CASE Ingredients Functions
Surface Modifier

Other characteristics

Brand
CERALENE
Functions
Lubricant, Release Agent, Surface Modifier
Markets
  • Adhesives & Sealants
  • Industrial
  • Paints & Coatings
  • Printing & Packaging
Storage

The product has to be stored dry at room temperature.; Beware of sunlight and heat.; Stability at least 2 years from date of delivery.

Benefits
  • Plasticising
  • Viscosity Reduction
  • Internal/External Lubrication
  • Reduced Energy Input/Friction
  • Slip And Anti-blocking Effect
  • Improved Wetting Of Pigments, Fillers And Fibers
PACKAGING
  • PE-bags of 20 kg netto
  • Palett of 1000 kg (50 bags)
  • Big bags of 1000 kg netto
Appearance
white prills
Coating Type
Powder Coating
Technology
  • Base Chemicals & Intermediates
  • CASE Ingredients
Packaging Type
  • Bags
  • Bulk
Adhesive & Sealant Type
Hot Melt Adhesive
Base Chemicals End Uses
  • Adhesives
  • Rubber
Base Chemicals Functions
  • Lubricant
  • Release Agent
Major Fields of Application

For different kinds of technical applications such as modification of paraffins and hot melts. External working lubricant in PVC as well as release agent in rubber. Preparation of waterand solvent based wax additives for applications in printing inks, OPV´s, lacquers, leather finishes, floor polishes and adhesives. Improves slip and scratch resistance in powder coatings (especially resins with low stoving temperature).

Ecology and Toxicology

Acute oral toxicity LD50: min. 2000 mg/kg (rat); The product is water insoluble and shows no harmful effects on fish and bacteria.

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Density (23°C)0.92g/cm3PN-EN ISO 1183-1
Drop Point102.0°CASTM D3954-94
Penetration (25°C)4.0mm·10^-1DIN 51579
Viscosity (120°C)170.0mPa·sPN-EN ISO 3219
Acid Value0mg(KOH)/gPN-EN ISO 2114

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