LICOWAX PED 191

LICOWAX PED 191= OXIDIZED POLYETHYLENE

CAS Number: 68441-17-8
EC Number: 614-498-8
MDL Number: MFCD00084426
Molecular Formula: C51H102O21Si2

Licowax PED 191 is oxidized polyethylene wax. 
Licowax PED 191 has high viscosity. 
Licowax PED 191 powder is an oxidized, high density polyethylene wax with high molecular weight.
Licowax PED 191 is an emulsifiable, oxidized, high density polyethylene wax. 
Licowax PED 191 possesses high molecular weight, good hardness, high melting point and high viscosity. 

Licowax PED 191 promotes gelation in calcium/zinc stabilized and lead-stabilized PVC. 
Licowax PED 191 exhibits strong nonstick effect, high thermal stability and high transparency in PVC sheet extrusion.
Licowax PED 191 is an oxidized, high density polyethylene wax with high molecular weight.
Licowax PED 191 is oxidized polyethylene wax with high viscosity
Licowax PED 191, Micronised is a Reaction production of polyethylene and oxygen. 

Licowax PED 191, is white granular powder. 
Licowax PED 191 is soluble in water and some organic solvents, whose solution is of great viscidity in low concentration. 
Licowax PED 191 with the CAS registry number 68441-17-8, is also known as Poly(ethylene) oxidized. 
Licowax PED 191 belongs to the product category of Polymers.  
Licowax PED 191 is an insoluble white to off-white solid.
Licowax PED 191 should be sealed and stored in a cool and dry place.

USES and APPLICATIONS of LICOWAX PED 191:
-Licowax PED 191 is used as a modifier for hot melt adhesives. 
-Licowax PED 191 provides antisticking of the melt and acceleration of gelation without clouding.
-Licowax PED 191 is used External lubricant for plastics, especially for rigid and flexible PVC.
-Licowax PED 191 accelerates gelation and provides excellent anti-sticking properties without impairing the transparency.
-Licowax PED 191 release agent for engineering resins like polyester or polyoxymethylene, effective external lubricant for opaque polycarbonate. 
-Hard, high-melting, emulsifiable Licowax PED 191 for dispersions used in polish, textile, leather and paper applications.
-Licowax PED 191 acts as a lubricant and release agent. 
Licowax PED 191 is compatible with rigid & flexible PVC, engineering resins like polyester, polyoxymethylene and opaque polycarbonate. 
-Licowax PED 191 is used Coatings, citrus fruit coating, Wax Emulsion
-Licowax PED 191 is used Slip Agent / Lubricant / Mold Release / Processing Aid
-Licowax PED 191 improves the rheological behavior of laquers and coatings
-Licowax PED 191 is used Plastic Auxiliary Agents, and Lubricant Additive
-Relatively flexible Licowax PED 191 for dispersions used in polish, textile, leather and paper applications.
-Licowax PED 191 is used lbricant for wood plastic composite and especially for rigid and flexible PVC. 
-Licowax PED 191 , Micronised uses and applications include: Wax for polishes, finishes, adhesives, and emulsions; processing lubricant; mold release agent; textile lubricant; PVC lubricant; protective fruitvegetable coatings; in food packaging adhesives and pressure-sensitive adhesives; slip agent; hardener; dispersion aid, coupling agent for plastics; in food-contact coatings; in paperpaperboard in contact with aqueousfatty foods; defoamer in food-contact coatings and paperpaperboard; in cellophane for food packaging; in food-contact textiles; films; profiles; injection molding; dry-bright wax emulsions for floor maintenance and leather finishes; viscous control agent in cosmetics. 
-Licowax PED 191 is commonly used as thickening agent of water-soluble adhesive. 
-Licowax PED 191 is also used as thickening agent and dispersing agent in paint and coatings industry. 
-Licowax PED 191 is used as long fiber dispersant in paper industry.
-With the features of flocculation, thickening, lubrication, water retention, controlled release, etc, Licowax PED 191 enjoys wide application in various fields. 
-In medicine industry, due to its low toxicity and viscidity, pills can be coated with the solution of Licowax PED 191 to slow down their diffusion rate in human body, highly increasing the efficiency of pills. 
-In gas extraction industry, Licowax PED 191 can be applied in the drilling fluid as a thickening and lubricating medium to enhance the fluid quality and prevent corrosion from acid. 
-Licowax PED 191 solution can be also used in cleaning agent and soap, making the skin softer and smoother. 
-Licowax PED 191 also enjoys wide application in industry of fine chemicals, such as dust-prove agent, recycling chemistry ice packs, additives in hairspray and so on.
-Licowax PED 191 is used as a surface-finishing agent for foods.
-Licowax PED 191 is Permitted for use as an inert ingredient in non-food pesticide products;
-Licowax PED 191 is used as a lubricant in the extrusion of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and in the formulations of emulsion manufacturers for the overprint varnish, inks and coatings, textiles and floor finishing industries. 
-Metal is often coated by emulsions containing Licowax PED 191 for aesthetic, wear-proofing and age-prevention benefits.

BENEFITS of LICOWAX PED 191:
*Strong nonstick effect
*High transparency in PVC sheet extrusion
*Promotes gelation in calcium/zinc stabilized or lead-stabilized PVC
*High thermal stability
 

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of LICOWAX PED 191:
Appearance: almost white powder
Acid value [mg KOH/g]: 15 - 19  
Drop point [°C]: 120 - 125  
*Viscosity [mPa·s]: ~ 1800  
*Density (23°C) [g/cm³]: ~ 0,98
Physical state: solid
Form: Powder
Colour: almost white
Odour: not specified
Odour threshold: not tested.
pH value: not tested. 

Drop forming point: approx. 123 °C
Method: DIN/ISO 2176
Boiling point: not determined
Flash point: Not applicable
Evaporation rate: not tested.
Flammability:
Lower explosion limit : not tested.
Upper explosive limit : not tested.
Combustion number : BZ2 Short flaring up without spreading ( 20 °C)
Combustion number : BZ2 Short flaring up without spreading ( 100 °C)
Combustion number : BZ3 Local combustion without spreading ( 20 °C)

Vapour pressure: not tested.
Vapour density relative to air: not tested.
Solubility in water: Difficult to dissolve
Soluble in: not tested.
Octanol/water partition coefficient (log Pow): not tested.
Ignition temperature: not tested.
Self-ignition temperature: Method : Expert statement
Thermal decomposition: No decomposition if used as prescribed.
Viscosity (dynamic): approx. 1.800 mPa.s (140 °C)
Explosive properties: Explosive according to EU supply regulations : not explosive
Oxidizing properties: Type of oxidizing effect : no oxidizing properties

FIRST AID MEASURES of LICOWAX PED 191:
-Description of first aid measures:
*General information:
Seek medical assistance if discomfort continues.
*After contact with skin:
After contact with molten product cool quickly with cold water.
Take for medical treatment.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
Treat symptomatically.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of LICOWAX PED 191:
-Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Wear suitable personal protective equipment.
-Environmental precautions:
Do not allow entry to drains,water courses or soil.
-Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Take up mechanically.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of LICOWAX PED 191:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
foam
water spray jet
dry powder
-Further information:
Wear protective equipment.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of LICOWAX PED 191:
-Control parameters:
*Exposure limit values:
Exposure limit values are not available.
*DNEL/DMEL values:
DNEL/DMEL values are not available.
*PNEC values:
PNEC values are not available.
-Exposure controls:
*Hygiene measures:
Wash hands before breaks and after work.
*Hand protection: 
Nitrile rubber gloves.
Minimum breakthrough time (glove):
Not determined
Minimum thickness (glove): 
Not determined.
*Eye protection: 
Safety glasses
*Body protection:
Working clothes 

HANDLING and STORAGE of LICOWAX PED 191:
-Precautions for safe handling:
*Advice on protection against fire and explosion:
Observe the general rules of industrial fire protection
*Fire class : B
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place, open and handle carefully.
-Specific end use(s):
No further recommendations.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of LICOWAX PED 191:
-Chemical stability:
Stable. 

SYNONYMS:
ethene, homopolymer, oxidized
oxidized polyethylene
a-c polyethylene 629
oxidized polyethylene wax
polyethylene waxes, oxidised
polyethylene, oxidized
polyethylene, partially oxidized
POE
Ployoxyethylene
oxidizedpolyethylene
POLYETHYLENE, OXIDIZED
OXIDIZEDPOLYETHYLENEWAXES
Ethene,homopolymer,oxidized
Ethene,homopolymer, oxidized
POLYETHYLENE OXIDIZED ACID NUMBER 17
Ethene, homopolymer, oxidized