Technical datasheet

Plastistrength® 566

Supplied byArkema- Last Updated on Nov 6, 2025

Plastistrength® 566 by Arkema is a unique ultra-high molecular weight acrylic processing aid. Provides ultra-high melt strength combined with excellent foam density, cellular structure and surface finish to vinyl foam formulations. Plastistrength® 566 is recommended for PVC foam profiles and foam core pipes.
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Chemical Composition:Acrylic resin
AppearancePowder

Benefits

Good Melt Stability

Compliance

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Applications

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Applications

Conversion mode

Foaming|
Profile Extrusion|
Extrusion

For which polymer

Thermoplastics|
Rigid PVC

Availability

Product Status:COMMERCIAL

Plastistrength® 566 properties

Other properties

PropertiesValue & unitTest conditionTest method
Density, Bulk0.5 g/cm3
Particle Size2 %40 Mesh
Specific Gravity1.11
Volatile Content1 %

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