TALLOW FATTY ACID

TALLOW FATTY ACID is a relatively high bulk density, free flowing flakes

Principal: Baerlocher Production USA LLC

Functions: Lubricant (External), Lubricant (Internal), Processing Aid, Release Agent

Processing Methods: Extrusion

End Uses: Flexible PVC, Rigid PVC

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Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
Chemical Family
Chemical Name
EC Number
266-928-5
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Product Code
MITM01909
Single Ingredient
Yes
Synonyms
C16-18 fatty acids, C16-18 Saturated fatty acid, Palmitic acid-stearic acid mixt., Palmitic acid-stearic acid mixture
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

Materials Features
Key Features

Baerolub FTA SMS - US is produced from a high quality fatty acid for use as a lubricant for the extrusion of transparent PVC food film and other polymer applications requiring a low dusting, free-flowing lubricant and processing aid.

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

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)?

Technical Details & Test Data

Performance Data
  • Baerolub FTA SMS - US is a very effective external lubricant and internal lubricant supplement for the processing of flexible and rigid PVC and certain other polymer applications.
  • High apparent density and relatively large average particle size helps minimize dust exposure and housekeeping problems in the workplace.
  • The density and free-flowing nature of the flaked form prevents problems with bridging and caking and facilitates accurate dosing in virtually any type of bulk handling or conveying and automated weighing and metering systems.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S002958
Principal

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • Storage in dry areas at normal ambient temperatures is recommended.
  • Open containers of unused product should be firmly closed for storage.

Other

Appearance (SDS)
Flakes
Color (SDS)
Off - white
Flammable Nature (SDS)
Combustible solid
Item Number
Odor (SDS)
Slight
Other Hazards
Health injuries are not known or expected under normal use, Combustible material
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Optical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color Scalemin. 85.0ASTM440 Nm
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Value200.0-207.0mg KOH/g
Saponification Value201.0-208.0mg KOH/g
Unsaponifiable Mattermax. 1.0%
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Congealing Point57.0-61.0°C
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flash Point (SDS)min. 180.0°C