SURLYN™ 1706 Ionomer by Dow is a zinc ionomer of ethylene acid copolymer. It exhibits high clarity, abrasion resistance, toughness at low temperature and very low seal initiation temperature. It provides very high hot tack, moderate oil barrier and flex crack resistance.
- It is suitable for processing by conventional extrusion coating, blown film-, cast film-, sheet extrusion and coextrusion.
- It is used in wear resistant top layer for flooring and other protective surfaces.
- It is recommended for sealant, general food-, pharmaceutical- and personal care packaging applications.
- SURLYN™ 1706 Ionomer complies with FDA 21 CFR 177.1330 (a), TSCA, GB 4806.1-2016, EN 71-3, EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) and conforms to CONEG & EU 94/62/EC.
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SURLYN™ 1706 Ionomer properties
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SURLYN™ 1706 Ionomer Processing Guidelines
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