LOTADER® 4503

LOTADER® 4503 is a random ethylene-methyl acrylate-maleic anhydride terpolymer. Versatile ready-to-use tie layer resin for extrusion lamination/coating, not intended to be diluted. Provides excellent adhesion in direct bonding onto printed, reverse-printed and plain films (OPET, OPP, CPP, OPA) while having a good processability in extrusion coating and lamination onto foil, metallized films, paper and board.

Principal: SK Functional Polymer

Functions: Resin

Chemical Family: Polyolefins

End Uses: Extrusion Coating

Labeling Claims: Biocides-free, Epoxy Derivatives-free, Nanomaterials-free, Non-Genetically Modified Organism (GMO), Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Ozone Non Depleting, Per & Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)-free, Perfluorohexane sulfonate (PFHxS)-free, Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS)-free, Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)-free, Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP)-free, Toxic Pollutants-free

Features: Excellent Adhesion, Good Processability, Ready-to-Use

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
Chemical Family
Country of Origin
Product Code
MITM01664
Product Functions
Single Ingredient
Yes
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Product End Uses
Processing Information

LOTADER® 4503 can be extruded with standard polyolefin extrusion equipment with typical melt temperature of 290°C and up to 320°C. LDPE purge is recommended before extruder shutdown.

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S002377
Principal

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions
  • LOTADER® 4503 is usually packed in waterproof bags or rigid containers with waterproof liner. It should be stored in dry conditions and be kept out of moisture in an aerated building.
  • Improper storage conditions may cause degradation and could have consequences on physical properties of the product. It is recommended to reseal the bag or the liner after use to protect LOTADER® 4503 against moisture.
  • Shelf life is three years from the date of delivery, in unopened packaging.

Other

Color (SDS)
White
Insoluble in (SDS)
Water
Item Number
Material Compatibility
Odor (SDS)
Ester like
Other Hazards
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. (pellets/granules) This product may release fume and/or vapor of variable composition depending on processing time and temperature.
Processing & Application Methods
Protect from Freezing
Yes
Temperature Control
Yes
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Material Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Maleic Anhydride Content0.3%(W/W)Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
Methyl Acrylate Content20.0%(W/W)Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Elongation at Break750.0%ASTM D638
Elongation at Break750.0%ISO 527
Flexural Modulus20.0MPaASTM D790
Flexural Modulus20.0MPaISO 178
Hardness25.0HVASTM D2240
Hardness25.0Shore DShore Durometer Scale
Hardness25.0HVISO 868
Tensile Strength at Break9.0MPaASTM D638
Tensile Strength at Break9.0MPaISO 527
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density0.94g/cm³ISO 1183
Density0.94g/cm³ASTM D1505
Melt Flow Index8.0g/10minASTM D1238 at 190°C, 2.16kg
Melt Flow Index8.0g/10minISO 1133 at 190°C, 2.16kg
Melting Point80.0°CISO 11357-3
Softening Point45.0°CASTM D1525 10N
Softening Point45.0°CISO 306 10N
Storage Temperature122.0°F
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Decomposition Temperature (SDS)min. 350.0°C
Density (SDS)0.95g/cm³at 68°F
Melting Point (SDS)85.0-95.0°C
Melting Point (SDS)185.0-203.0°FDifferential Scanning Calorimetry
Melting Point (SDS)185.0-203.0°FDifferential Thermal Analysis
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life3.0yr