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Micromide 520

CAS Number
110-30-5
EC Number
203-755-6
Chemical Name
Ethylene Distearamide

Micromide 520 is Micronized fatty amide wax for maximum surface slip, scratch resistance and release properties.\nFeatures and Benefits\nAdds slip, release and lubricity with an excellent surface "feel".\nHigh melting point to improve heat and block resistance.\nLowers COF.\nReduces dust buildup on sanding belts and increases longevity in sanding sealers.

Properties

Physical Form
  • Powder
  • Solid

Identification

CASE Ingredients Functions
Surface Modifier

Other characteristics

Brand
Micromide
Features

Anti-Blocking, Excellent Lubricity, Excellent Mold Release, Excellent Scratch Resistance, Excellent Surface Properties, Good Abrasion Resistance, Good Lubricating Properties, Good Release Properties, Good Scratch Resistance, Good Surface Feeling, Heat Resistance, High Melting Point, High Performance, Improved Slip, Low Dusting, Low Gloss, Matting, Medium Slip, Water Resistant

Functions
Processing Aid, Surface Modifier
Labeling Claims
Biodegradable
Markets
  • Industrial
  • Paints & Coatings
  • Printing & Packaging
Use Levels
0.5 - 3.0 (on Total formula weight)
Appearance
Off - White Powder
Composition
Ethylene bis(stearamide) wax (EBS)
Cure
Radiation Cure
Coating Type
  • Powder Coating
  • Radiation Curable Coating
  • Solventborne Coating
Technology
  • CASE Ingredients
  • Elastomers
Ink and Toner Type
  • Flexography Ink
  • Gravure Ink
  • Radiation Curable Ink
Material Features
  • Anti-Blocking
  • Excellent Lubricity
  • Excellent Mold Release
  • Excellent Surface Properties
  • Good Abrasion Resistance
  • Good Scratch Resistance
  • Heat Resistance
  • High Melting Point
Chemical Inventories
TSCA (USA)
Application System

Solvent based and energy curable coatings and inks.. Wood coatings; printing inks and OPV's (including flexo and gravure); powder coatings; interior and exterior can and container coatings; powdered metals.

Certifications and Compliance
  • ISO 9001
  • REACH (Europe)

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Density (25°C)0.97g/cc
Maximum Particle Size22μm
Mean Particle Size5.0 - 8.0μm
Melting Point141 - 145°C
Natural or Naturally DerivedYes—
NPIRI Grind1.5 - 3.0—

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