C30S is a versatile polypropylene homopolymer known for its excellent flow properties and adaptability in various extrusion processes. This polymer is especially effective in the production of film yarn, monofilament, cast film, and sheet applications, combining exceptional processability with robust mechanical properties.
 
Product Description
Type: Polypropylene homopolymer
Characteristics: C30S stands out for its good flow properties, making it particularly suitable for the extrusion processes required to produce film yarn and other related products.
 
Key Applications
Film Yarn Production: Ideal for making baler twines, packaging twines, and ropes through the cast film process.
Monofilament: Used in manufacturing monofilaments for brushes, brooms, and various technical applications.
Films and Sheets: Suitable for producing monolayer or coextruded films for packaging, thin sheets for stationery folders, and sheets for thermoforming applications.
 
Typical Physical and Mechanical Properties
Melt Flow Rate: 6 dg/min at 230°C and 2.16 kg (ISO 1133), indicating the material's ease of flow during processing.
Density: 0.9 g/cm³ (ISO 1183), contributing to the product’s structural strength and durability.
Flexural Modulus: 1500 N/mm² (ISO 178), highlighting the material’s stiffness and resistance to bending.
Tensile Strength Yield: 34 N/mm² (ISO R 527), showcasing its capacity to withstand tension.
Elongation at Yield: 13% (ISO R 527), measuring the deformation before the material yields.
Izod Impact Strength: 4 kJ/m² (ISO 180), indicating how the material reacts to sudden force or impact.
Hardness Shore D: 71 points (ISO 868), representing the material’s resistance to indentation.
Vicat Softening Point: 155°C (ISO 306/A), the temperature at which the material begins to deform under load.
Heat Deflection Temperature (H.D.T.): 112°C at 0.46 Mpa (ISO 75/B), indicating the temperature at which the material deforms under load.
Accelerated Oven Ageing: Withstands 360 hours at 150°C (ISO 4577), showing its durability under high-temperature conditions.
 
Regulatory Compliance
Food Contact Safety: C30S is suitable for applications that involve direct contact with food, adhering to safety standards which emphasize its utility in food packaging and related applications.
 
Conclusion
C30S polypropylene homopolymer is engineered for efficiency and versatility, particularly in extrusion processes where high-quality film yarn, monofilament, and sheets are required. Its mechanical and thermal properties make it a preferred choice for manufacturers who need a reliable material capable of delivering high-performance products across consumer, industrial, and food contact applications. Its compliance with food safety regulations further enhances its applicability in the food packaging industry, ensuring that it meets industry standards for consumer safety.