ABRIL® 7731
- CAS Number
- 14351-40-7
- Chemical Family
- AmidesFatty Acid AmidesFatty Acid EstersSynthetic Waxes
ABRIL® 7731 is a non-hazardous synthetic wax of fatty acid amide ester with a low melting point. This unique product has been developed for use as a lubricant in the compounding and processing of thermoplastics, providing efficient internal and external lubricity. Abril 7731 improves the rheological properties during processing, resulting in lower power requirements. The relatively low melting point results in rapid and thorough dispersion of color pigments, flame retardants, fiber reinforcements and other additives in thermoplastic compounds. Improved cycle times and product consistency contribute directly to the cost effectiveness and quality assurance of the compounding process.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Beads
- Solid
Product families
- Processing Aids
Other characteristics
- Brand
- ABRIL
- End Uses
- Automotive Exterior Parts, Industrial Parts
- Functions
- Lubricant (External), Lubricant (Internal)
- Labeling Claims
- Food Contact Acceptable, Non-Hazardous
- Food Contact Acceptable
- Non-Hazardous
- Processing Methods
- Extrusion, Injection Molding
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Polyamides, Polypropylenes (PP)
- EINECS Number
- 238-310-5
- Markets
- Automotive & Transportation
- Industrial
- PACKAGING
- Abril 7731 is supplied in 20 kg paper bags.
- Technology
- Plastics
- Addition Rates
Optimum addition rates vary between 0.1% and 2.5% depending on the base polymer and performance level required.
- Packaging Type
- Bags
- Material Features
- Consistent High Quality
- Cost Effective
- Excellent Cycle Time
- Excellent Melt Flow
- Excellent Wetting Behaviour
- Food Contact Acceptable
- Good Dispersion
- Good Flow
- Benefits and Features
- POLYAMIDES (Improved melt flow)
- This product is a highly effective lubricant when used in impact modified polyamides notoriously difficult to process due to their high viscosity. Additions of Abril 7731 will improve melt flow, produce rapid mold release and exhibit rapid dispersion properties.
- POLYPROPYLENE (Efficient dispersant)
- Abril 7731 is an efficient dispersant and lubricant for fiber filled polypropylene compounds where it provides good lubrication and rapid wetting of the filler.
- EXTRUDING/INJECTION MOLDING
- When added to polymer pellets prior to extruding or injection molding Abril 7731 will aid plastification and enhance flow, which in turn will reduce machine load, wear and mold times.
- EMULSIONS
- Abril 7731 is a hard wax but readily forms very stable emulsions without the need for high shear processes. The tolerable pH range lies between Ph 5.0 and pH 11.0. Both anionic and non- ionic emulsifiers may be used to form mobile emulsions at a concentration of 20% by weight. At higher concentrations (25% - 35%) the emulsion will set on cooling to a soft cream or paste. The use of small amounts of Abril 7731 can aid the production of finely dispersed paraffin wax emulsions of great stability. Synthetic resin emulsion coatings used in the paper and board industry can often benefit from the inclusion of Abril 7731, which will reduce blocking and increase the slip properties.
- Toxicological Status
U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Regulated for use under the following : 21 CFR, 177.1200, Cellophane. British Industrial Biological Research Association (B.I.B.R.A) : For plastic in food contact applications Abril 7731 is cleared use in all polymers up to an addition rate of 3% w/w in the final compound.
- Certifications and Compliance
FDA Compliant; ISO 14001; ISO 9001; Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
- Compatible Polymers and Resins
- Polyamides
- Polypropylenes (PP)
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Automotive Exterior Parts
- Industrial Parts
Technical data
Table 1 of 1
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Acid Value | 23.0 | mg KOH/g |
| Flash Point | 300.0 | °C |
| Gardner Color | max. 5 | — |
| Melting point | 78 - 82 | °C |
| Specific Gravity | 0.97 | g/cc |
| Thermal Stability | max. 240 | °C |
