PP RAFFIA
PP Homo-Polymer RH03 is a natural colored high-performance grade produced with the latest Ineos Gas-Phase polymerization Technology exhibiting the following features:
¸ Very good processability.
¸ Good balance of tenacity & elongation.
¸ Low water carry-over.
Grade Data Sheet
Polypropylene Homo-Polymer Woven Sacks
Product Description:
PP Homo-Polymer RH03 is a natural colored high-performance grade produced with the latest Ineos Gas-Phase polymerization Technology exhibiting the following features:
¸ Very good processability.
¸ Good balance of tenacity & elongation.
¸ Low water carry-over.
PP Homo-Polymer RH03 is recommended for following oriented structures (Stretched Tapes) applications:
¸ Cement Packaging bags
¸ Fertilizer Packaging bags
¸ Food Grain Packaging bags
¸ Bulk Industrial Packaging (FIBC)
¸ General purpose wrapping fabric
Typical Properties:
| Properties | Test Method | Units | Values |
| Physical Properties | |||
| Melt Flow Index ( 230o C & 2.16 kg) | ASTM D1238 | g / 10 min | 3.3 |
| Density (23 0C) | ASTM D 1505 | Gm/cm3 | 0.9 |
| Mechanical Properties | |||
| Tensile Strength @ Yield (50mm / min) | ASTM D 638 | MPa | 35 |
| Elongation @ Yield (50mm / min) | ASTM D 638 | % | 10 |
| Flexural Modulus (1.3 mm/min) | ASTM D790A | MPa | 1500 |
| Notch Izod Impact Strength ( @ 23o C) | ASTM D790A | J/m | 50 |
| Hardness (Rockwell) | ASTM D 785 | R Scale | 100 |
| Thermal Properties | |||
| Vicat Softening Point (10N) | ASTM D1525 | o C | 150 |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (0.46N/m2) | ASTM D 648 | o C | 95 |
* Mechanical Properties tested on Injection-molded specimen prepared in accordance with ASTM D 4101 and conditioned as per ASTM D 618
* Typical Values and not to be taken as specifications, values may change without any prior notice.
Recommended Processing Temperature: 200 – 260 0C
Regulatory Requirements:
PP Homo-Polymer grade RH03 shall meet the requirements stipulated in IS 10910 on ‘Specification for Polypropylene and its Copolymers for safe use in contact with Foodstuff, Pharmaceutical & Drinking water’. The grade and Additives incorporated in this grade shall meet the positive list of constituents as prescribed in IS 10909. The Grade and the additives incorporated in it will also comply with the FDA: CFR Title 21,177.1520, Olefin Polymers.
Storage & Handling:
Prevent PP Material from direct exposure to sunlight & heat to avoid quality deterioration. The storage location should be dry, dust-free and the Storage temperature should not exceed 50 o C. Non – compliance with these precautionary measures can lead to degradation of the product causing Color changes, Odor & inadequate product performance.
Health and Safety Information:
The product described herein may require precautions in handling and use because of toxicity, flammability, or other consideration. The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) contains the available product health and safety information for this material and can be found at www.opalindia.in. Before using any material, a customer is advised to consult the MSDS for the product under consideration for use.
Polypropylene Homo-Polymer Non-Woven & Fiber
Product Description:
PP Homo polymer RH38 is a natural colored high-performance grade produced with the latest Ineos Gas-Phase polymerization Technology exhibiting the following features:
¸ High Melt flow
¸ Excellent Processability
¸ Very good resin purity & uniformity
¸ Anti-gas fading properties
PP Homo-Polymer RH38 is recommended for
following applications:
¸ Fine denier fibers
¸ Spun bond non-woven
¸ High-speed spinning
Typical Properties:
| Properties | Test Method | Units | Values |
| Physical Properties | |||
| Melt Flow Index ( 230o C & 2.16 kg) | ASTM D1238 | g / 10 min | 38 |
| Melt Flow Index ( 230o C & 2.16 kg) | ASTM D 1505 | Gm/cm3 | 0.9 |
| Mechanical Properties | |||
| Tensile Strength @ Yield (50mm / min) | ASTM D 638 | MPa | 35 |
| Elongation @ Break (50mm / min) | ASTM D 638 | % | 20 |
| Flexural Modulus (1.3 mm/min) | ASTM D790A | MPa | 1500 |
| Notch Izod Impact Strength ( @ 23o C) | ASTM D790A | J/m | 20 |
| Hardness (Rockwell) | ASTM D 785 | R Scale | 95 |
| Thermal Properties | |||
| Heat Deflection Temperature (0.46N/m2) | ASTM D648 | o C | 100 |
* Mechanical Properties tested on Injection-molded specimen prepared in accordance with ASTM D 4101 and conditioned as per ASTM D 618.
* Typical Values and not to be taken as specifications, values may change without any prior notice.
Regulatory Requirements:
PP Homo-Polymer grade RH38 shall meet the requirements stipulated in IS 10910 on ‘Specification for Polypropylene and its Copolymers for safe use in contact with Foodstuff, Pharmaceutical & Drinking water’. The grade and Additives incorporated in this grade shall meet the positive list of constituents as prescribed in IS 10909. The Grade and the additives incorporated in it will also comply with the FDA: CFR Title 21,177.1520, Olefin Polymers.
Storage & Handling:
Prevent PP Material from direct exposure to sunlight & heat to avoid quality deterioration. The storage location should be dry, dust-free and the Storage temperature should not exceed 50 o C. Non – compliance with these precautionary measures can lead to degradation of the product causing Color changes, Odor & inadequate product performance.
Health and Safety Information:
The product described herein may require precautions in handling and use because of toxicity, flammability, or other
consideration. The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) contains the available product health and safety information for this
material and can be found at www.opalindia.in. Before using any material, a customer is advised to consult the MSDS for
the product under consideration for use.
H030SG
HOMOPOLYMER
FOR WOVEN SACKS AND MONOFILAMENTS
Repo! H030SG is recommended for Raffia Tapes used in making woven fabrics for sacking, carpet backing, industrial packaging and geotextile applications. Repo! H030SG combines good processability on a water bath and chill-roll with excellent mechanical properties. Formulated for low water carry-over.
Typical Characteristics
| Property | Test Method | Unit | Typical Value* |
| Melt Flow Rate (230°C/ 2.16 kg) | ASTM D 1238 | g/ I 0 min | 3.4 |
| Tensile Strength at Yield (50 mm/min) | ASTM D638 | MPa | 34 |
| Elongation at Yield (50 mm/min) | ASTM D638 | % | 10 |
| Flexural Modulus (1% secant) | ASTM D790A | MPa | 1650 |
| Notched Izod Impact Strength (23°C) | ASTM D256 | Jim | 40 |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (455 kPa) | ASTM D648 | °C | 104 |
- Typical values, are not to be taken as specifications. All the mechanical properties as per ASTM D638 Type I specimen injection molded in accordance with ASTM D4 I 0 I
Applications
Woven fabrics, sacks & monofilaments Regulatory Information
- Meets the requirements stipulated in IS 10910 on ‘Specification for Polypropylene and its Copolymers for safe use in contact with foodstuff, pharmaceuticals, and drinking water. Additives incorporated in this grade conform to the positive list of constituents as prescribed in IS 10909. The grade and the additives incorporated in it also comply with the FDA:CFR Title 21,177.1520, Olefin polymers
Storage Recommendations
- Bags should be stored in dry/ closed conditions at temperatures below 50°C and protected from UV/ direct sunlight
