Clearstrength® C-859 by Arkema Additives is a methylmethacrylate-butadiene-styrene (MBS) core-shell grade. It acts as a impact modifier.
- It is designed for injection molding, extrusion and calendering opaque applications.
- It exhibits low-temperature impact performance and processability.
- It offers good color stability, surface finish, high level of gloss and vicat.
- It is recommended for use in PVC and C-PVC pipes & fittings, furniture films, indoor profiles, high quality technical films and edge-bands.
- Clearstrength® C-859 is commonly used in formulations for food contact or drinking water conduction.
| CAS Number | 25053-09-2 |
| Chemical Composition: | Methylmethacrylate-butadiene-styrene |
| Appearance | Powder |
Compliance
| Food Contact Approval | Yes |
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Product Status:COMMERCIAL
Regional Availability:North America| Central and Eastern Europe| South and Central America| Western Europe| Asia / Pacific
Clearstrength® C-859 properties
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| Properties | Value & unit | Test condition | Test method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density, Bulk | 0.39 g/cm3 | ||
| Particle Size | < 2 % | On 18 mesh | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.02 | ||
| Volatile Content | < 1 % | ||


