Foamazol™ 40 Chemical Foaming Agent (CFA) Product Data

ApplicationFoamazol™ 40 is recommended for applications where a relatively fine cell structure is required at processing temperature around 175-230° C (347-446° F).
CharacteristicsEndothermic Decomposition
Regulatory StatusAll Raw Materials Are GRAS (generally regarded as safe)
Physical ApperanceWhite Free Flowing Hydrophobic Powder
Technical Data
Decomposition RangeBeginning at 150° C (302° F)
Processing RecommendationsMaximum gas yields are achieved at process temperatures of 180-210° C (356-410° F) are reached
Usage Levels
Injection MoldingNot Recommended
Extrusion0.2-1.5% for chemical foaming | 0.1-0.75% for nucleation of direct gas injection
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