Description
SHC7260 is a high‐density polyethylene, developed for the injection molding which presents high hardness and stiffness, besides low tendency to warpage. Organoleptic properties are suitable for water caps applications. The minimum biobased carbon content of this grade is 94%, determined according to ASTM D6866.
Property
Value
Unit
ASTM
Melt index (condition 230°C/2.16 kg)
7.2
g/10 min
D 1238
Density (g/cm³)
0.959
g/cm³
D 792
Tensile Strength at Yield (a)
29
MPa
D 638
Elongation at Yield (a)
7.5
%
D 638
Flexural Modulus ‐ 1% Secant (b)
1365
MPa
D 2240
Shore D Hardness (c)
63
-
D 2240
Izod Impact Strength (b)
35
J/m
D 256
Deflection Temperature under Load at 0.455 MPa (b)
74
°C
D 648
Vicat Softening Temperature at 10 N (b)
126
°C
D 1525