DOW LDPE 133A
Dow Plastics - Polyethylene, Low Density

General Information
Product Description

- A medium anti-block resin for heavy duty film applications
- Optimum gauge range: 2.0-6.0 mil
- Used for thick gauge film applications
- Complies with U.S. FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 (c) 2.2.
Consult the regulations for complete details.

Antiblock Additive: 3000 ppm

General  
Material Status
  • Commercial: Active
    • Availability
  • Latin America
  • North America
    • Test Standards Available
  • ASTM
    • Additive
  • Antiblock
    • Agency Ratings
  • FDA 21 CFR 177.1520(c) 2.2   1
    • Forms
  • Pellets
    • Processing Method
  • Film, Blown
    •  
    ASTM and ISO Properties 2
    Physical
    Nominal Value
    Unit
    Test Method
    Density -Specific Gravity
    0.925
    sp gr 23/23°C
    ASTM D792
    Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR) (190°C/2.16 kg)
    0.220
    g/10 min
    ASTM D1238
    Films
    Nominal Value
    Unit
    Test Method
    Film Thickness - Tested
    2.00
    mil
     
    Film Puncture Resistance
    44.0
    ft-lb/in³
     
    Film Toughness MD
    1630
    ft-lb/in³
    ASTM D882
    Film Toughness TD
    2250
    ft-lb/in³
    ASTM D882
    Secant Modulus MD
    29800
    psi
    ASTM D882
    Secant Modulus TD
    33100
    psi
    ASTM D882
    Tensile Strength @ Yld MD
    1930
    psi
    ASTM D882
    Tensile Strength @ Yld TD
    1690
    psi
    ASTM D882
    Tensile Strength @ Brk MD
    3600
    psi
    ASTM D882
    Tensile Strength @ Brk TD
    3820
    psi
    ASTM D882
    Elongation @ Break MD
    330
    %
    ASTM D882
    Elongation @ Break TD
    620
    %
    ASTM D882
    Dart Drop Impact  3
    250
    gm
    ASTM D1709
    Elmendorf Tear Str MD
    300
    gm
    ASTM D1922
    Elmendorf Tear Str TD
    200
    gm
    ASTM D1922
    Thermal
    Nominal Value
    Unit
    Test Method
    Vicat Softening Point
    203
    °F
    ASTM D1525
    Melting Point
    232
    °F
    DSC
    Optical
    Nominal Value
    Unit
    Test Method
    Gloss (45°)
    46
     
    ASTM D2457
    Haze
    14
    %
    ASTM D1003
     
    Notes
    1 When used unmodified for the manufacture of food contact articles, DOW LDPE 133A will comply with Food Additive Regulations FDA 21 CFR 177.1520(c) 2.2 under the U.S. Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Such uses are subject to good manufacturing practices and any other limitations which are part of the statute or regulations. These should be consulted for complete details.
    2 Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications.
    3 Method A
       
     

    Makes no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, with respect to this product, as to merchantability, Fitness for particular purpose or otherwise. The data listed represents average values and are believed to be reliable, They are given for information; no guarantee of their accuracy is made, however, and the product is sold upon condition that purchasers shall make their own test to determinate the characteristics of the product and the suitability of the product for their particular process.