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SMX551BU

SCGC™ SMX551BU is a high strength polyethylene produced by SMX™ technology suitable for Intermediate Bulk Containers. This grade provides high melt strength for good processing performance, very low odor and fuming and excellent chemical resistance with superior stiffness.

Properties Test Methods Value Unit
Density ASTM D 1505 0.946 g/cm³
Melt Flow Rate at 190 °C and 2.16 kg ASTM D 1238 0.05 g/10 min
Flexural Modulus ASTM D 790 7,200 kg/cm²
Izod Impact Strength at 23°C ASTM D 256 530 J/m
Environmental Stress Cracking Resistance (ESCR), F50, conditionB, 10% lgepal > 8,000 hrs
US FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 -