Trapylen® 5550 UV is a chemically modified low-chlorinated polypropylene dissolved in a reactive, UV-curable monomer known as isobornyl acrylate (IBOA). This formulation exhibits outstanding affinity for polyolefinic plastics such as PP, PP/EPDM thermoplastic rubbers and reasonable adhesion to PE. Trapylen® 5550 UV was specifically developed as an adhesion additive for UV-curing printing inks, making it suitable for applications in the printing industry.

Functions: Adhesion Promoter, Coupling Agent

End Uses: Radiation Curable Coating

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • TRAPYLEN® 5550 UV is a chemically modified low chlorinated polypropylene, dissolved in reactive, UV-curable monomer isobornyl acrylate (IBOA).
  • It has outstanding affinity to polyolefinic plastics such as PP, PP/EPDM thermoplastic rubbers and reasonable adhesion to PE.
  • It was developed as an adhesion additive for UV-curing printing inks.

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Cure Method
Coating End Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Medium viscous orange liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Polymer Content20.0%-
Monomer Content80%-
Chlorine Content25.5%
Total Amino Acid Profile
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dynamic Viscosity1000mPas
Note
  • Keep away from sunlight.
  • TRAPYLEN® 5500 UV contains no photoinitiators.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • USA
Packaging Information

Iron drums of 180kg

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions
  • At least 3 months in closed packing at 15 °C.
  • Keep away from sunlight.
  • TRAPYLEN® 5550 UV contains no photoinitiators.