Biograde® C 5508

Biograde® C 5508 by FKuR is a biodegradable, thermally stabilized, water insoluble, plasticizer-free cellulose acetate obtained from sustainable forestry wood. Contains high amount of renewable raw materials and additives. It has >60% bio-based carbon content (BCC). Exhibits high stiffness, high tensile & impact strength, short cycle times and good surface finish. Biograde® C 5508 is designed for processing by injection molding and cast film extrusion. Suitable for use as a packaging material in food contact applications and the production of components with thin wall thicknesses and long flow paths. Possible applications could be electronics, appliance, consumer products such as toothbrushes, ball-point pens, cutlery and toys. Complies with CLP regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008, EN 71-3, food contact regulations EN 10/2011 and US FDA.