Technical Data Sheet
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Lupranat MM 103 ®
Version: 07
Edition: 08.19
Chemical nature
Lupranat MM 103 is a carbodiimide-modified diphenylmethane-4,4-diisocyanate (MDI). The average
functionality is about 2.2.
Applications
Lupranat MM 103 is used for the production of flexible polyurethanes such as microcellular
elastomers, flexible and semi-rigid foams as well as for compact RIM parts. It is also used for the
manufacture of coatings and adhesives.
Typical properties
Appearance: bright yellow, clear liquid
NCO-content 29.5 g/100 g ASTM D 5155-96 A
Acidity as HCl 4 mg/kg ASTM D 1638-74
Viscosity at 25 °C* 39 mPa⋅s DIN 53 018
Density at 25 °C 1.22 g/cm³ DIN 51 757
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* at delivery
Delivery
The delivery is by road tankers, in containers containing 1000 l and in non-returnable drums.
Transport temperatures should be between 20 °C and 40 °C. If the material is in transit for more than
4 days, a transport temperature of 20 °C to 25 °C is recommended. Temperatures below 20 °C
should be avoided.
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Storage
Lupranat MM 103 must be protected from moisture. The ideal storage temperature is 20 °C to 25 °C.
Under these conditions and when moisture is excluded, the shelf life of Lupranat MM 103 is at least
six months. Drums must be kept airtight. Storage tanks should be blanketed with dry air or with
nitrogen.
Longer storage leads to a lasting increase of viscosity depending on the temperature. In extreme
cases a precipitate may form which will not be removed by heating.
Storage for longer periods below + 20 °C can lead to partial crystallisation.
Crystallised material must be melted out immediately by short term heating. The product
temperature must not exceed 60 °C. Local overheating must be avoided, as Lupranat MM 103 will
decompose with the formation of gas at temperatures above 230 °C. Rolling of the drums in a hot air
oven is the recommended method of dissolving the crystals. After melting out, the contents of the
drum must be thoroughly mixed.
More detailed information on transport and storage of isocyanates is given in the ISOPA-Guidelines
“For Safe Loading / Unloading Transportation Storage of TDI and MDI in Bulk” and
“For the Safe Transportation, Unloading & Storage of Packaged TDI & MDI”.
Safety advice and environmental protection
Labelling, transportation, storage, processing, waste treatment and disposal must comply with
national regulations.
Occupational exposure limits are to be observed.
Lupranat MM 103 is classified as harmful if inhaled. It causes skin irritation and serious eye irritation.
It may cause respiratory irritation. It may cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. It is
suspected of causing cancer. It may cause damage to organs though prolonged or repeated
inhalation exposure.
Before processing the product, we recommend reading the safety data sheet. For further information
consult our Technical Information leaflet "Safety and Precautionary Measures for the Processing of
Polyurethane Systems".
In order to avoid accidents, the residual product in the drums must be handled with care. Any water
or moisture which is allowed to enter the drum will react with Lupranat MM 103 and release carbon
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dioxide. Unless action is taken to prevent moisture entry or gas entrapment, the drums will become
pressurized and could rupture.
If it is intended to use BASF materials for the manufacture of toys or consumer goods (e. g. products
which will come into contact with foodstuffs or with the skin) or medical products, national and
international regulations have to be observed. Where no regulations exist, consumer goods or
medical products must at least comply with European legislation. We recommend contacting our
Sales and our Ecology and Product Safety departments.
Disposal of drums
Residues of MDI remaining in drums must be neutralized. Information on disposal is given in our
Technical Information „Safety and Precautionary Measures for the Processing of Polyurethane
Systems“. Please contact our local agencies for further information on national disposal regulations.
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knowledge and experience and are provided according to our best knowledge. In view of many factors that may
affect processing and application of our products, this data does not relieve processors from carrying out their own
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purposes they intend to use them for; neither does this data imply any guarantee of certain properties, or the
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