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HP 550P is a medium melt flow homopolymer polypropylene resin intended for extrusion of fibers for carpets, rugs, sewing thread, and cordage. It has a typical melt flow rate of 16 g/10 min and density of 0.905 g/cm3. Mechanical properties include a flexural modulus of 1400 MPa, tensile strength at yield of 34 MPa, and tensile elongation at yield of 10%. The resin meets FDA requirements for food contact applications.

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HP 550p Rev4 Ing

HP 550P is a medium melt flow homopolymer polypropylene resin intended for extrusion of fibers for carpets, rugs, sewing thread, and cordage. It has a typical melt flow rate of 16 g/10 min and density of 0.905 g/cm3. Mechanical properties include a flexural modulus of 1400 MPa, tensile strength at yield of 34 MPa, and tensile elongation at yield of 10%. The resin meets FDA requirements for food contact applications.

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Data Sheet

Review 4 (May/13)

Polypropylene HP 550P
Sub-group:
Homopolymer

Description:
HP 550P is a medium melt flow homopolymer. Normal molecular weight distribution.

Applications:
Extrusion of Fibers for rugs, carpets, sewing thread and cordage.

Processing:
Fiber Extrusion

Control Property:
ASTM Method Melt Flow Rate (230C/2.16 kg) D 1238 Units g/10 min Values 16

Typical Propertiesa:
ASTM Method Density Flexural Modulus 1% secant Tensile Strength at Yield Tensile Elongation at Yield
a) Injection molded specimen according to ASTM D 4101.

Units g/cm MPa MPa %

Values 0.905 1400 34 10

D D D D

792 790 638 638

Final Remarks:
1. This resin meets the requirements for olefin polymers as defined in 21 CFR, section 177.1520 issued by FDA Food and Drug Administration in force on the date of publication of this specification. The additives present are covered in appropriate regulation by FDA. 2. The information presented in this Data Sheet reflects typical values obtained in our laboratories, but should not be considered as absolute or as warranted values. Only the properties and values mentioned on the Certificate of Quality are considered as guarantee of the product. 3. In some applications, Braskem has developed tailor-made resins to reach specific requirements. 4. In case of doubt regarding utilization, or for other applications, please contact our Technical Assistance. 5. For information about safety, handling, individual protection, first aids and waste disposal, please see MSDS. CAS Registry number: 9003-07-0. 6. The mentioned values in this report can be changed at any moment without Braskem previous communication. 7. Braskem does not recommend this grade for packages, parts or any kind of product manufacture that will be used for storage or contact with solution that will have internal contact with human body. 8. This resin does not contain the substance Bisphenol A (BPA, CAS # No. 80-05-7) in its composition.

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