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GLK: DS ATOCG PVP

Effective
October 1999
Supersedes November 1997

Technical Information

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Great Lakes
Chemical Corporation

MICROFINE CATALYST GRADE PVHP

ANTIMONY TRIOXIDE
CAS No. [1309644]

Microfine Catalyst Grade PVHP is a very high purity form of antimony trioxide manufactured
expressly for the use as a catalyst. In particular, Microfine Catalyst Grade PVHP is used
extensively in the manufacture of polyester resins for fiber, film and bottle industries. This product
is a very high purity, fine grade with an extremely low turbidity in ethylene glycol. Due to the critical
nature of this application great care is taken to ensure lot to lot variation is minimal.

Typical Properties
Appearance
Specific Gravity
Particle Size avg., Sedigraph
Fineness thru 325 mesh sieve
Moisture, 2 hrs @ 105C
Water Soluble
Acidity (as H2SO4)
Turbidity in Ethylene Glycol

Fine White Powder

5.5
0.2-0.9 microns
99.995%
0.10%
Maximum
0.25%
Maximum
0.04%
Maximum
Less than 40 NTU

Typical Composition
Antimony Trioxide
Arsenic
Lead
Iron

Sb2O3
As
Pb
Fe

99.5%
0.05%
0.05%
0.001%

Minimum
Maximum
Maximum
Maximum

The use of proper protective equipment is recommended. Excess exposure to the product should
be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store the product in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
away from incompatible materials. Unless stated, proper storage will permit usage of the product
for 6 to 12 months from the date of receipt. For additional handling and toxicological information,
consult GLCC Material Safety Data Sheet # 00473.
The standard package is a multi-walled 50 lb. paper sack or shrink wrapped 2,000 lb. to a skid.

The information supplied is presented in good faith and has been derived from sources believed to be reliable. Since conditions of use are beyond our control, all risks are assumed by the user. No
representation is expressed or implied, and nothing herein shall be construed as permission or recommendation to practice a patented invention without a license.

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