Clearstrength® E950

Clearstrength® E950 is a new methylmethacrylate-butadiene-styrene (MBS) core-shell impact modifier designed to impart excellent ambient and cold temperature toughness to engineering polymers. Clearstrength® E950 impact modifier is produced using a proprietary technology resulting in improved impact performance consistency and stability under severe processing conditions. Clearstrength® E950 impact modifier is aimed to formulate polycarbonate, polyesters and a variety of polycarbonate blends, particularly PC/PBT.

Principal: Arkema Plastic Additives

Functions: Impact Modifier

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

End Uses: Automotive Applications, Automotive Bumpers, Home Appliances, Mobile Phone Housings, Monitor Housing, Radiator Grill, Television Housings

Labeling Claims: Alkylphenol Ethoxylate (APEO)-free, Alkylphenol-free, Asbestos-free, Azodicarbonamide-free, Bisphenol A-free, Bisphenol F-free, Bisphenol S-free, Conflict Minerals-free, Cyclohexanone-free, Dimethylfumarate-free, Dioxin-free, Dye-free, Flame Retardant-free, Furans-free, Glycol Ether-free, Nanomaterials-free, Natural Latex Rubber-free, Non-Genetically Modified Organism (GMO), Ozone Non Depleting, Perfluorinated chemicals-free, Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP)-free, Phthalates-free, Pigment-free, Polyaromatic Hydrocarbons-free, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)-free, Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Chemicals-free, Triclosan-free

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Function
Impact Modifier
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Product Code
MITM10318
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Materials Features
Product Benefits

Superior Low Temperature Impact
Clearstrength® E950 impact modifier allows to create products that can withstand impact at < -40°C and still remain ductile. Through optimized rubber particle size distribution brought by Arkema proprietary technology, Clearstrength® E950 impact performance is remarkably consistent.

Improved Thermal Stability

Clearstrength® E950 impact modifier provides improved impact retention compared to other high impact MBS when used under hot processing conditions.

Good Dispersion and Mechanical Properties Retention

Easily dispersed using conventional compounding techniques, Clearstrength® E950 impact modifier imparts exceptional toughening while keeping good melt flow and modulus.

 

Property

PC/PBT

(50/50)

PC/PBT + 12 %
Clearstrength® E-950 IM
MVR, 280°C, 1.2 kg   13
Modulus (MPa) 2200 2100
Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), 23°C 6 55
Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), -30°C ND** 42
Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), -40°C ND** 32

 

 

Property Neat PC

PC + 5%
Clearstrength® E950 IM

MVR, 280°C, 1.2 kg 25 19
Modulus (MPa) 2200 2100
Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), 23°C 15 45
Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), -10°C ND** 39
Impact Energy*(kJ/m²), -20°C ND** 36

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

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Markets
Applications
Product Uses
  • Clearstrength® E950 impact modifier is recommended for use in automotive applications, such as bumpers, front radiator grills and battery housing for electrical vehicles. Clearstrength® E950 impact modifier is also designed for electrical and electronic applications including TV, monitor and mobile phone housing, home appliances and all polycarbonate and polyester blends applications where excellent impact strength and colorability are required.
  • The loading concentration depending on impact requirement is generally from 3 to 15%.

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Contains any chemicals listed on Prop 65 (including impurities, residues, catalysts, monomers, and by-products and excluding heavy metals)?

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

Clearstrength® E950 impact modifier is packaged in 20 kg bags (500kg per pallet) and 700 kg bulk bags (700 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)
Odorless
Other Hazards
Processing may release vapors and/or fumes which cause eye skin and respiratory tract irritation.
USA/DOT Proper Shipping Name
Not Applicable
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)3.0-15.0 %%
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Autoignition Temperature (SDS)752.0-757.0 °F°F