LyondellBasell Alathon® L5885 High Density Polyethylene

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LyondellBasell Alathon® L5885 High Density Polyethylene
Categories:	Polymer; Film; Thermoplastic; Polyethylene (PE); High Density (HDPE); High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Film Grade
Material Notes:	Applications ALATHON L 5885 is a medium molecular weight high density homopolymer for use in blown film applications. Typical applications include those low WVTR requirements. Regulatory Status L 5855 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 LB 0100-00 can only be made when the processing conditions, equipment and end use are known. Typical Extrusion Conditions: 2.0 Mil Film; Melt Temperature- 390°-410°F(199° This product is from the former Equistar product line.
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Available Properties

Density, ASTM D792
Thickness
Melt Flow, ASTM D1238
Film Tensile Strength at Yield, MD, ASTM D882
Film Tensile Strength at Yield, TD, ASTM D882
Film Elongation at Break, MD, ASTM D882
Film Elongation at Break, TD, ASTM D882
Elmendorf Tear Strength MD, ASTM D1922
Elmendorf Tear Strength TD, ASTM D1922
1% Secant Modulus, MD, ASTM D882
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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