Exolit® OP 1400

Exolit® OP 1400 is a non-halogenated flame retardant based on organic phosphinates for reinforced polyamide 6, polyamide 66 and high temperature polyamides. The produt achieves its flame retardant effect through a combined gas phase and condensed phase mode of action. Exolit® OP 1400 is based on a new chemical substance which currently being registered in various national and regional chemical inventories.

Principal: Clariant Additives

Functions: Flame Retardant

Chemical Family: Chemical Mixtures & Blends

End Uses: Hot Melt Adhesive, Reactive Adhesive, Solventborne Adhesive

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyamide 6 (PA 6), Polyamide 66 (PA 66), Polyphthalamide (PPA)

Labeling Claims: Halogen-free, Halogenated Flame Retardants-free, Odor-free

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Chemical Family
Country of Origin
Function
Flame Retardant
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Product Code
MITM02898
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Adhesive & Sealant End Applications
Applicable Processes
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Markets
Applications
Product Application and Processing Information
  • Applications
    • Exolit OP 1400 was developed especially for use in polyamides. It is suited for polyamide 6 and 66 as well as polyphthalamides and other high temperature polyamides, e.g. PA 46, for both glass-fiber-reinforced and unreinforced grades. The flame retarded polyamide compounds exhibit very good physical and electrical properties. Flame retarded The hamte d farpolyan polyamides with Exolit OP 1400 are suitable for applications also in hot and humid environment.
  • Formulation
    • In glass-fiber-reinforced polyamide 6 or 6.6, a dosage of about 20% (by wt.) of Exolit OP 1400 is usually sufficient to obtain the UL 94 V-0 classification for electrical components (at 1.6 mm as well as 0.8 mm and 0.4 mm thickness). In semi-aromatic polyamides the dosage can be reduced to approx. 15%. Subject to the polymer grade, processing conditions and glass- fiber reinforcement the dosage of the flame retardant may vary.
  • Processing
    • Before incorporating Exolit OP 1400, it is important to predry the polyamide as usual. If possible, the resulting moisture content should be below 0.1 % (by wt.). Predrying Exolit® OP 1400 is not necessary. However, predrying (e.q. 4 h at 120 °C) is recommended, if even very low moisture contents must be avoided The mixing and processing methods customary in powder processing of polymers can be used with Exolit OP 1400. The VDI Guideline 2263 Prevention of dust fires and dust explosions or the relevant national regulations must be observed.
    • The optimum conditions for incorporating should be determined in each individual case. Care must be taken to ensure homogeneous dispersion of all components. The temperature of the polymer melt should not exceed 340°C.

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S000004
Principal

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions
  • The product should be stored in a dry place at room temperature. Opened containers should be tightly resealed after use.
  • Minimum shelf life is 12 months from the date of shipping when stored according to the said conditions.

Other

Appearance (SDS)
Powder
Color (SDS)
White
Dust Explosion Class (SDS)
St1 capable of dust explosion
Explosive Nature (SDS)
Not explosive
Item Number
Odor (SDS)
Odorless
Other Hazards
Dust can form an explosive mixture in air.
Oxidizing Properties (SDS)
Not contain organic peroxide groups
Protect from Freezing
No
Temperature Control
No
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Available
Material Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Phosphorus Content24.5-25.5%(W/W)Photometer after oxidizing dissolution
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bulk Density466.0kg/m³DIN 53466
Density1.45g/cm³at 20°C
Moisture Contentmax. 0.5%(W/W)Karl Fischer Titration Method
Storage Temperaturemax. 212.0°F
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bulk Density (SDS)466.0g/LDIN 53466
Burning Number (SDS)1.0-ESCIS Volume 1 at 23°C, Does not catch fire
Burning Number (SDS)1.0-VDI 2263 at 23°C, Does not catch fire
Decomposition Temperature (SDS)752.0-878.0°FClosed Cup heating rate: 3 K/min,the substance or mixture is not classified self-reactive
Decomposition Temperature (SDS)824.0-860.0°FDifferential Scanning Calorimetry at 25 bar air pressure
Decomposition Temperature (SDS)752.0-878.0°FDifferential Scanning Calorimetry heating rate: 3 K/min,the substance or mixture is not classified self-reactive
Decomposition Temperature (SDS)min. 350.0°CDifferential Thermal Analysis heating rate 5 K/min
Decomposition Temperature (SDS)824.0-860.0°FOpen Cup at 25 bar air pressure
Density (SDS)1.448g/cm³at 20°C
Melting Point (SDS)min. 680.0°C
Minimum Ignition Energy (SDS)min. 100.0MJModified Hartmann tube at 20°C
Self Ignition Temperature (SDS)340.0°CVDI 2263 Grewer
Solubility In Water (SDS)3.2g/Lat 20°C
pH (SDS)4.2-at 20°C, 10 g/L Concentration
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life12.0mo
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Decomposition Temperature350.0°C2% weight loss, in air