merco mercowax MLE 01

Description:

Low Density Polyethylene Wax

Specifications:

Parameters Data Test Method

Softening Point (C) 106 ASTM E 28
Viscosity (cps, 140C) < 100 Brookfield
Acid Value (mgKOH/g) Nil ASTM D 1386
Color Off-White
Appearance Powder
Particle Size 98% passes through 10 mesh(1900 microns) Standard Sieve

Note: Other specifications could be made available on request.

FDA Recommendations:

Food & Drug Administration (FDA) 177.1520

Applications:

As a carrier and binder in pigment master batches production to provide wetting

properties, thereby resulting in better dispersability.

As a slip agent in PVC processing and compounding, by forming a film between the
PVC and its extrusion equipment, resulting in improved productivity and power savings.

As a processing aid in rubber and tire industry to provide release ability, viscosity
adjustment, and compatibility; acts as a barrier between rubber surface and
atmosphere that prevents atmospheric ozone to dry-up the rubber, thereby allowing the
tire to retain its strength.

As a lubricant and release agent in the processing of thermoplastic and thermo set
resins, thereby facilitating better extrusion and reducing molding cycle time.

To provide heat resistance, gloss, and improved flow ability to hot-melt adhesives; also
acts as a viscosity modifier.

To provide insulation and heat resistance in the processing of electrical products; also
improves and adjusts softening point.

As a heat and abrasion resistant in printing inks, thereby improving the surface and
enhancing the clearness of printing ink.

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As a surface modifying agent in paints, thereby improving abrasion resistance and slip
characteristics of coatings; enhances quality and durability.

Protects car, floor, and wood polishes from air and moisture by acting as a protective
barrier; also provides gloss and improves appearance and durability of polishes.

To provide moisture resistance, gloss, hardness in paper & corrugated packaging; also
provides abrasion resistance and acts as anti-blocking agent.

Serves as a compounding agent for natural wax thereby improving surface hardness,
softening point, gloss, etc.

Safety:

Product is relatively safe to handle; please review Material Safety Data Sheet.

For further enquiries, please feel free to contact us at mercowax@osais.com

This specification sheet is based on current knowledge and experience. Information contained herein is
offered for use by technically qualified personnel at their discretion and risk. It includes data from
published reference sources as well as our own data based on standard tests and procedures. Users may
carry out their own tests and experiments, and the information presented herein, does not in any way
legally bind m e r c o, and no warranty of any kind is made with respect thereto.