POLYBATCHABACT 420 L
Product Description
POLYBATCH ABACT 420 L is a next generation masterbatch containing an EPA registered antibacterial agent. The antibacterial performance of this
masterbatch is based on inorganic, silver ion technology. POLYBATCH ABACT 420 L offers the advantage of wide spectrum of activity against a range
of bacteria while providing improved efficiency over previous generation grades.
General
Material Status
Commercial: Active
Availability
Uses
Processing Method
North America
Masterbatch
Blow Molding
Film Extrusion
Injection Molding
Sheet Extrusion
Physical
Nominal Value (English)
Nominal Value (SI)
Additive Content
20.0 %
20.0 %
Specific Gravity
1.06
1.06 g/cm
Moisture Content
< 1000 ppm
< 1000 ppm
Usage
Before using POLYBATCH ABACT, make sure that the base resin you want to use it in doesn't contain sulfur compounds (like thioesters, pigments,
etc.) in order to avoid discoloration.
POLYBATCH ABACT 420 L is typically recommended for use at levels between 1.3 and 2.5%, although levels up to 5% are also suitable.
Performance
2.0 mil monolayer films with and without POLYBATCH ABACT 420 L were tested by JIS Z2801.
Regulatory
FOOD APPROVAL:
POLYBATCH ABACT 420 L is made only from FDA recognized raw materials. Detailed information is available upon request.
EPA:
Under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), companies cannot make or infer public health claims related to pesticides for
any plastic article unless the article has been approved and registered (licensed) by the EPA, or is covered by the Treated Articles Exemption (TAE)
described in Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR), part 152.25 (a) and described in Pesticide Registration (PR) Notice 2000-1. The TAE
provides exemption from all requirements of FIFRA for qualifying articles or substances treated with, or containing a pesticide, if both of the following
conditions are met:
1. The incorporated pesticide is EPA registered for use in the article
2. The sole purpose of the treatment is to protect the article itself.
The TAE provides examples of acceptable and unacceptable language that can be used in marketing or labeling the treated article. It is the
responsibility of the end user to understand the restrictions and guidelines set forth under FIFRA, 40 CFR 152.25 (a), and PR Notice 2000-1.
Packaging & Storage
POLYBATCH ABACT 420 L is packaged into foil-lined gaylords or moisture barrier bags. In general, these products should be stored for up to a
maximum of 12 months at 25C for optimum performance. POLYBATCH ABACT 420 L is hygroscopic so any opened and unused packages should be
resealed thoroughly.
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Rev. 2010-07-27
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