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Z-LITE® 55

Chemical Name
2-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-p-cresol

Z-LITE® 55 is an antioxidant and stabilizer categorized under both plastics and elastomers. This powder form additive is designed for various polymers including acrylics, ABS, PC, polyesters, PVC, and polystyrenes. It is identified by the chemical name 2-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-p-cresol. Z-LITE® 55 features odorless properties and comes in cartons. It complies with regulations such as CERCLA, SARA 313, Clean Water Act (CWA) certification, and AIIC (Australia) chemical inventory.

Properties

Physical Form
Powder

Product families

Elastomers — Elastomer Additives
  • Antioxidants & Stabilizers
Plastics — Polymer Additives
  • Antioxidants & Stabilizers

Other characteristics

Brand
Z-LITE
Features
Odorless
Synonyms

2-(2-Hydroxy-5-methyl)benzotriazole, 2-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)-2H-benzotriazole, 2-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)benzotriazole, 2-(2′-Hydroxy-5′-methylphenyl)benzotriazole, 2-(2H-Benzo[d][1,2,3]triazol-2-yl)-4-methylphenol, 2-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-methylphenol, 2-(5-Methyl-2-hydroxyphenyl)benzotriazole, 2-(5′-Methyl-2′-hydroxyphenyl)benzotriazole, 2-Benzotriazol-2-yl-4-methylphenol, 4-Methyl-2-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)phenol, UV Absorber 1

Functions
UV Absorber
Compatible Polymers & Resins

Acrylics, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Polycarbonates (PC), Polyesters, Polystyrenes (PS), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

PACKAGING

Standard packaging is a 25 kg carton with PE liner, 500 kg pallet, and a 10 MtFCL.

Appearance
Slight yellow powder
Applications

Z-LITE® 55 is a strong ultraviolet absorber suitable for polyester and acrylic resins. This product has the ability to absorb photochemical energy and release it as thermal energy.

Technology
  • Elastomers
  • Plastics
Packaging Type
Cartons
Health and Safety

The use of proper protective equipment is recommended.; Excess exposure to the product should be avoided.; Please wash thoroughly after handling.; Store the product in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Material Features
Odorless
Chemical Inventories
  • AIIC (Australia)
  • DSL (Canada)
  • EINECS (EU)
  • ELINCS (EU)
  • ENCS (Japan)
  • IECSC (China)
  • KECI (Korea)
  • NDSL (Canada)
Certifications and Compliance

Clean Water Act (CWA) Certified; Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensations & Liability Act (CERCLA); SARA 313

Compatible Polymers and Resins
  • Acrylics
  • Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
  • Polycarbonates (PC)
  • Polyesters
  • Polystyrenes (PS)
  • Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Plastics and Elastomers Functions
UV Absorber

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