MINBLOC® HC 1400
- Chemical Family
- Aluminosilicates
MINBLOC® HC 1400 is a unique and distinctive combination of particle morphology, surface chemistry, and refractive index. MINBLOC® HC additives deliver excellent antiblocking performance and superior haze, gloss, and clarity values in packaging-grade flexible films without diminishing critical structural or mechanical properties.
Product families
- Food & Beverage Packaging
Other characteristics
- Brand
- MINBLOC
- Features
Anti-Blocking, Chemical Resistant, Excellent Haze, Food Contact Acceptable, Good Mechanical Properties, High Clarity, High Gloss, High Purity, Low Absorption, Low Porosity, Low Specific Surface Area
- Functions
- Anti-Blocking Agent
- Labeling Claims
- Food Contact Acceptable
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA), Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) , Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
- Note
*MINBLOC® HC products exist as a silica deficient crystal lattice. A complex of albite, microcline and nepheline, X-ray diffraction confirms these grades contain <0.1% free crystalline silica.
- Markets
- Printing & Packaging
- Technology
- Elastomers
- Plastics
- Packaging Type
- Bags
- Material Features
- Anti-Blocking
- Chemical Resistant
- Excellent Haze
- Food Contact Acceptable
- Good Mechanical Properties
- High Clarity
- High Gloss
- High Purity
- Advantages
Industry's best clarity and lowest haze values - With a refractive index that is nearly identical to that of most polymer resins, MINBLOC® HC operates transparently within the polymer mix without diminishing critical structural or mechanical properties.; Excellent antiblocking performance - MINBLOC® HC deliver an excellent balance in both antiblocking and optical properties.; Narrow particle size distribution - Easier to handle and allows for higher masterbatch loadings.; Enhanced thermicity in agricultural films - Accelerates growth by transmitting greater amounts of photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) and reduces energy cost by retaining more heat inside the greenhouse compared to other mineral IR absorbers.; Enhances crop protection - Optimizes growth with minimal fluctuations in temperature.; Extends film service life - Non-reactive chemistry with low iron minimizes catalyzed photodegradation.; Double classification creates a unique narrow particle size distribution.; High loadings possible with stable melt index (MI) because of almost no fines.; Lower oil absorption - Chemically inert, allows synergy with other additives. As a result, customers are able to achieve optimal formulation designs.; Regulatory compliance - FDA-approved for up to 50% by weight in the final product. No reportable free crystalline silica, does not require silica-related labeling.
Technical data
Table 1 of 2
8 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Particle Size (d50) | 7.6 | μm | SediGraph/Laser |
| Refractive Index | 1.53 | — | ASTM D801 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.61 | g/cm³ | ASTM C-128 |
| Bulk Density (Loose) | 24.8 | lb/ft³ | ASTM B239 |
| Surface Area | 2.5 | m²/g | BET |
| Oil Absorption | 30 - 32 | — | ASTM D1483 |
| Hardness | 5.8 | Mohs | — |
| pH | 9.9 | — | ASTM D-1208 |
Table 2 of 2
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminosilicate | 99.92 | % |
| Iron Oxide | 0.07 | Mean % by weight |
| Transition Metals | 0.01 | Mean % by weight |
| Free Crystalline Silica* | max. 0.1 | Mean % by weight |
