Clearstrength® E920

Clearstrength® E920 is a methylmethacrylate-butadiene-styrene (MBS) core-shell impact modifier designed to impart excellent ambient and low temperature toughness to engineering polymers. Clearstrength® E920 impact modifier is aimed to provide maximum impact to polycarbonate, polyesters and a variety of polycarbonate blends, particularly PC/ABS.

Principal: Arkema Plastic Additives

Functions: Impact Modifier

Compatible Polymers & Resins: PC/ABS Alloy, Polycarbonates (PC), Polyesters

End Uses: Automotive Applications, Electrical Components, Electronic Components

Labeling Claims: Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, or Reproductive Toxic (CMR) Substances-free, Conflict Minerals-free, Dual Use Additives (DUAs)-free, Genetically Modified Organism (GMO)-free, Listed in California Prop 65, Perfluorinated chemicals-free, Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP)-free, Phthalates-free, Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Chemicals-free

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Country of Origin
Function
Impact Modifier
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Product Code
MITM10316
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Materials Features
Product Benefits

Superior Low Temperature Impact
Clearstrength® E920 impact modifier allows to create products that can withstand impact at < -40°C and still remain ductile.

Good Dispersion

Clearstrength® E920 impact modifier is easily dispersed using conventional compounding techniques. The resulting engineering plastic compound flows readily into molding equipment and final product has exceptional impact strength and appearance.

Balanced Property Control

Clearstrength® E920 impact modifier permits low-temperature impact retention of low-viscosity resins while minimizing its influence on other physical and mechanical properties.

Property Neat PC

PC + 5%

Clearstrength® E920 IM

MVR, 280°C, 1.2 kg 25 21
Modulus (MPa) 2200 2200
Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), 23°C 15 48
Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), -10°C ND** 43
Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), -20°C ND** 40

ISO 1133:2011 for MVR, Melt Volume-flow Rate
*ISO 180:2000 type 1eA specifications for notched Izod impact tests.
**Not Determined

Property

Neat

PC/ABS (65/35)

PC/ABS + 5% Clearstrength® E-920 IM

Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), -20°C 8 25

*ISO 180:2000 specifications for notched Izod impact tests.

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Product Uses
  • Clearstrength® E-920 impact modifier is recommended for use in automotive applications, electrical/electronic components and all PC and PC/ABS parts where ease of processing, thermal stability, excellent low temperature impact and good balance of physical properties are important.
  • Recommended loading levels depend on impact requirement. Typical levels range from 5 to 15%.

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Handling Precautions

May form combustible dust concentrations in air

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

Clearstrength® E920 impact modifier is packaged in 20 kg bags (500kg per pallet) and 500 kg bulk bags (1000 kg per pallet).

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S000003
Principal

Other

Appearance
White powder
Color (SDS)
White
Insoluble in (SDS)
Water
Item Number
Odor (SDS)
Slightly acrylic
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.
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bulk Density0.39 g/cm³g/cm³
Sieve Fractionation (Retained)max. 2.0 %%+ 850 µm
Specific Gravity1.02-
Material Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volatile Contentmax. 1.0 %%
Application Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dosage (Use Level)5.0-15.0 %%
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Autoignition Temperature (SDS)878.0 °F°F
Bulk Density (SDS)390.0 kg/m³kg/m³at 20°C
Decomposition Temperature (SDS)min. 572.0 °F°F