LyondellBasell Alathon® M5865 High Density Polyethylene

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LyondellBasell Alathon® M5865 High Density Polyethylene (discontinued **)
Categories:	Polymer; Film; Thermoplastic; Polyethylene (PE); High Density (HDPE); High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Film Grade
Material Notes:	Applications ALATHON M 5865 is a medium molecular weight high density homopolymer for use in blown or cast film applications. This resin provides extremely low gel content, high stiffness and narrow molecular weight distribution. Typical applications for this resin are dry food packaging, cast film, overwrap and WVTR Regulatory Status M 5865 meets the requirements of Food and Drug Administration regulation, 21 CFR 177.1520. This regulation allows the use of this olefin polymer in "…articles or components of articles intended for use in contact with food." Specific limitations or conditions of use may apply. Processing Techniques Specific recommendations for processing M 5865 can only be made when the processing conditions, equipment and end use are known. Typical Extrusion Conditions Melt Temperature- 390°F(199°C) This product is from the former Equistar product line.
Key Words:	HDPE
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Available Properties
Density, ASTM D792 Water Vapor Transmission, ASTM F1249 Melt Flow, ASTM D1238 Film Tensile Strength at Yield, MD, ASTM D822 Film Tensile Strength at Yield, TD, ASTM D822 Film Elongation at Break, MD, ASTM D822 Film Elongation at Break, TD, ASTM D822 1% Secant Modulus, MD, ASTM D822 1% Secant Modulus, TD, ASTM D822 Melt Temperature, Typical Extrusion FDA, See notes for details.

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Manufacturer Notes:
LyondellBasell (former Equistar)

Category Notes
Plastic

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