Palmer Holland - Clearstrength 859 - Impact Modifier

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Methyl Methacrylate Butadiene Styrene (MMBS) Tercopolymer
Function: Impact Modifier
Plastics & Elastomers Functions: Impact Modifier
Product Code: MITM10320
Technologies: Plastics
Product Families: Plastics — Polymer Additives
Performance Additives

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Food Contact Acceptable
Materials Features: Good Processability,
Food Contact Acceptable,
Low Temperature Impact Resistance,
Drinking Water Contact Acceptable
Product Benefits: Impact Strength

Due to its higher rubber content, Clearstrength® 859 impact modifier exhibits unsurpassed impact efficiency at room and low temperature. Clearstrength® 859 may advantageously replace Clearstrength® 223 in new formulations intended to develop higher performance products or to reduce costs through dosage optimization, especially under hot processing conditions.

Color Stability and Processability

The unique structure of Clearstrength® 859 impact modifier makes it suitable to withstand severe processing conditions with minimal effect on heat stability and mechanical properties.

Surface Finish

Clearstrength® 859 impact modifier allows products to be created with a perfect quality surface, high level of gloss and Vicat.

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Calendering,

Extrusion,

Injection Molding

Markets

Building & Construction,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Pipes & Plumbing

Printing & Packaging — Packaging

Food & Beverage Packaging

Product Uses

Clearstrength® 859 impact modifier is recommended for use in PVC and C-PVC pipes and fittings, high quality technical films, edge-bands, and all applications requiring ultra high impact efficiency, especially at low temperatures.
Clearstrength® 859 impact modifier is commonly used in formulations for food contact or drinking water conduction.
Recommended loading levels depend on impact requirement.

Properties

Physical Form: Powder

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Super Sacks,
Bags
Packaging Information: Clearstrength® 859 impact modifier is packaged in 18 kg bags (450 kg per pallet) and 450 kg bulk bags (450 kg per pallet).

Other

Appearance

White powder

Bulk Density

0.39 g/cm³

Density (SDS)

1.0 kg/m³

Insoluble in (SDS)

Water

Item Number

Other Hazards

Processing may release vapors and/or fumes which cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation., The product, in the form supplied, is not anticipated to produce significant adverse human health effects. Contains high molecular weight polymer(s). Effects due to processing releases: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin., Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause: headache, drowsiness, nausea, weakness, (severity of effects depends on extent of exposure)., Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. (powder) Mechanical irritation effects from dust exposure are possible at ambient temperature. This product may release fume and/or vapor of variable composition depending on processing time and temperature.

Principal

Arkema Plastic Additives

Sieve Fractionation (Retained)

max. 2.0 %

Specific Gravity

1.02

Specific Gravity (SDS)

1.0

Volatile Content

max. 1.0 %

Physical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Bulk Density	0.39 g/cm³	g/cm³
Sieve Fractionation (Retained)	max. 2.0 %	%	+18 mesh
Specific Gravity	1.02	-

Material Composition


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Volatile Content	max. 1.0 %	%

SDS Physical and Chemical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Density (SDS)	1.0 kg/m³	kg/m³	at 20°C
Specific Gravity (SDS)	1.0	-	at 20°C, water = 1