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SAYTEX RB-7980
Flame Retardant

Description

SAYTEX RB-7980 flame retardant is a blend of SAYTEX RB-79 flame retardant,

polyol and a liquid phosphate ester. The mixture of the diester/ether diol of
tetrabromophthalic anhydride and phosphate results in a lower viscosity liquid
than neat SAYTEX RB-79 flame retardant.

Applications

Reactive diol mixture for rigid polyurethane foams, urethane elastomers

and coatings.

Features

SAYTEX RB-7980 flame retardant is a reactive, high-bromine-content diol mixture

exhibiting significantly lower viscosity than neat SAYTEX RB-79 flame retardant.
Key customer advantages are improved processing and storage characteristics.
Lower viscosity at room temperature eliminates the need for heated, insulated
storage tanks and drum-heating facilities.

Suggested Formulations

Rigid Polyurethane Foam Formulations

Components (php)
A
B
C
D
SAYTEX RB-7980 flame retardant ........... 21.3 ......... 21.3 ......... 39.3 ......... 38.6
315 OH# polyester................................... 34.0 ........... - ........... 30.0 ............ 420 OH# polyester ..................................... - ........... 37.0 ........... - .............. 370 OH# sucrose .................................... 15.7 ............ - .............. - .............. 530 OH# sucrose ....................................... - ............18.5............. - ........... 18.5
285 OH# sucrose ....................................... - .............. - ........... 19.0 ............ SAYTEX FR-1138 flame retardant............... - .............. - .............. - ........... 20.6
TMCP ......................................................... - .............1.7 ............ 2.1 ........... 1.3
H2O ........................................................... .2 ............ 1.1 ........... 4.0 ........... 1.3
HCFC-141b ............................................. 26.0 ..........19.0............. - ........... 18.0
MDI...........................................................100 .......... 88.1 .........114.7 ......... 86.3
Index ........................................................ 200 ...........105 ...........105 ...........110
B viscosity
25 C ........................................................ 325 .......... 475 ..........1770 .......... 425
% Br ........................................................ 3.87 ......... 4.11 ......... 6.65 ..........14.1
% Cl ........................................................ .065 ..........1.03 ..........1.51 ...........1.6
% P ......................................................... 0.19 ......... 0.30 ......... 0.44 ......... 0.47
*ASTM E-84 - flame .................................. 25 ............ 25 ............ 25 ............ 20
smoke ................................ 250 .......... 300 .......... 250 .......... 450
Dimensional stability
70 C 100% RH
1 day.......................................................... 9 .............. 9.............. -3.............. 4
28 days ..................................................... 12 ............ 22............ -18............. 8
*This numerical flame spread rating is not intended to reflect the hazard of this or
any other material under actual fire conditions.

Typical Properties

Appearance / form ................................................................................................. amber/liquid

Viscosity (cp @ 25 C) ........................................................................................... 7500 - 11000
% Bromine, (% wt)................................................................................................................ 36
% Chlorine, (% wt) ............................................................................................................... 6.5
% Phosphorus, (% wt) ......................................................................................................... 1.9
Specific gravity .................................................................................................................. 1.65
Bulk density, lb/gal (kg/m3) ...................................................................................... 13.8 (1650)

Product Specifications

Hydroxyl number .......................................................................................................160 - 188

Acid number (mg KOH/g) ............................................................................................ 0.5 max
Water, (% wt) .............................................................................................................. 0.2 max

Shipping Information

Container Information
Type
Steel drum
Bulk
Shipping Classifications
Proper shipping name:
Harmonized tariff number:

Net weight (lbs./kg)

750 /340

not regulated for transportation

2917.39

Safety and Handling Information

Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Avoid inhalation of dust or contact with eyes.
Protective gloves, chemical-safety goggles and NIOSH-approved dust respirators should be
worn where there is a chance of exposure. Wash hands after handling. Smoking and eating
should be avoided when handling the product. Under the CERCLA/RCRA regulations currently
in effect, this product is not regulated as a hazardous waste or material. Normal handling and
disposal procedures in accordance with good industrial practice and any applicable state or
local regulations are recommended. Complete material safety data and a summary of
toxicological evaluations are available on request.

Chemical Registration Numbers

CAS:
EINECS:

20566-35-2
2438850

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precautions which are necessary or prudent to instruct employees and to develop work practice procedures in order to promote a safe work environment. Further, nothing contained herein shall be taken as
an inducement or recommendation to manufacture or use any of the herein materials or processes in violation of existing or future patents.

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