- Pro-Fax EP648R is a new polypropylene impact copolymer.
- It balances impact resistance and stiffness for injection-molded products.
- Advanced nucleation technology enhances rigidity without losing toughness.
- Anti-static additive aids in efficient molding with high-speed cycle times.
Introduction of Pro-Fax EP648R
LyondellBasell has introduced Pro-Fax EP648R, a new polypropylene impact copolymer designed to meet demanding performance requirements across various industries.
Performance Features
Pro-Fax EP648R offers a balance between impact resistance and stiffness, making it suitable for high-performance injection-molded products such as garden furniture, crates, pails, caps, closures, and thin-walled packaging. The copolymer uses advanced nucleation technology to enhance rigidity without compromising toughness.
Efficiency in Molding
The copolymer includes an anti-static additive that facilitates easy part ejection during molding, contributing to time and cost savings due to high-speed cycle times when combined with its advanced nucleation.
Application Expansion
With Pro-Fax EP648R, LyondellBasell is expanding into new applications, including rigid food packaging, consumer goods, appliances, and industrial sectors where strength, dimensional stability, and impact resistance are crucial.
