Databook of Polymer Processing Additives

This Databook contains a selection of minor but very important processing additives, such as acid scavengers, air release, anticaking, antifoaming, antifreezing, antigassing, antigelling, antisettling additives, defoamers, hydrolysis stabilizers, moisture scavengers, and reprocessing aids.

The tables in the book are divided into five general sections: General information, Physical properties, Health & safety, Ecological properties, and Use & performance. Considering differences in their required properties, the presentation of each group of additives differs in the selection of the data to provide the most useful information.

In the General information section, the following data are displayed: Name, CAS #, EC #, Chemical class, Common synonym, Composition, Empirical formula, Functionality, Molecular weight, Additive application, Active ingredient content, Biobased, Al (as Al2O3), Bromine number, Calcium (as CaO), Carbodiimide content, (N=C=N), Carbon content, Chlorides (as Cl), Epoxy equivalent, EU-REACH/CLP reference number, Functional group, Heavy metal content, Ionic nature, Iron content, Fe, Masterbatch, Mg (as MgO), MgO (after ignited), Mixture, Moisture content, Molar ratio, MgO/ Al₂O₃, Molar ratio ZnO/Al₂O₃, Non-volatile matter, Pore size, Residual salt (as NaCl), RTECS number, Silica, (as SiO₂), Silica/alumina, (SiO₂/ Al₂O₃) ratio, Sodium content, Solids content, Titanium, Ti, Titanium dioxide, and Zr/ZrO₂ content.

Physical-chemical properties section contains data on State, Odor, Color, Color, Gardner scale, Color, Platinum-cobalt scale, Boiling point, Decomposition temperature, Cloud point, Freezing point, Freeze/thaw stability, Melting point, Pour point, Glass transition temperature, Acid number, Amount of linseed oil absorbed, Apparent specific gravity, Ash content, Bulk density, Diluents, Free fatty acids, Glass transition temperature, Gloss, Hardness (Mohs), Kinematic, Loss on drying, NPIRI grind, Oil absorption, Particle size distribution, pH, Refractive index, Secondary particle size, Screen analysis, Solubility, Solubility in water, Specific gravity, Specific surface area, (BET), Static water adsorption, Surface tension, Temperature of commencing dehydration, Turbidity TE/F, Vapor pressure, Volatility, and Weight loss, TGA.

Health and safety section contains data on NFPA classification, HMIS classification, Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity, Teratogenicity, Acute toxicity, ADR/RID class, DOT class, ICAO/IATA class, IMDG class, Autoignition temperature, Flash point, Flash point method, Explosive LEL, Explosive UEL, Animal testing, acute toxicity, Rat oral LD50, Animal testing, acute toxicity, Rabbit dermal LD50, Animal testing, acute toxicity, Rat dermal LD50, Animal testing, acute toxicity, Rat inhalation, LC50, Eye irritation (human), Skin irritation, Inhalation human, Ingestion, ACGIH, TLV, NIOSH, REL, OSHA, PEL, UN risk phrases, R, US safety phrases, S, and UN/NA class.

The Ecological properties section contains data on Aquatic toxicity, Green algae, Aquatic toxicity, Bluegill sunfish, Aquatic toxicity, Daphnia magna, Aquatic toxicity, Rainbow trout, Toxicity to microorganisms, EC0, Bioaccumulation, Biodegradation probability, and Partition coefficient, log P_ow. 

Use & performance section contains information on Manufacturer, Outstanding properties, Recommended for polymers, Recommended for products, Recommended applications, Processing methods, Guidelines for processing, Concentrations used, and Food approval (FDA).

This book is an excellent companion to the Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives.

Anna Wypych studied chemical engineering and polymer chemistry and obtained an M.Sc in chemical engineering. Her professional expertise includes both teaching and research & development. She specializes in polymer additives for PVC and other polymers, and evaluates their effect on health and environment.