Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

BASF Irganox 168 Antioxidant

BASF Irganox 168 is a phosphite-based secondary antioxidant from BASF’s Irganox series, widely used in polyolefins and engineering plastics to prevent thermal degradation during processing. It synergizes effectively with primary antioxidants like Irganox 1010, offering excellent hydrolytic stability and low volatility.
  • basf irganox 168 antioxidant_cdacdbae
  • basf irganox 168 antioxidant_cdacdbae

Features Of BASF Irganox 168 Antioxidant

  1. Highly effective phosphite-based secondary antioxidant that prevents polymer degradation during high-temperature processing.

  2. Excellent melt stabilization for polyolefins, especially polypropylene and polyethylene.

  3. Low volatility and superior compatibility with common thermoplastics and elastomers.

  4. Synergistic performance when combined with primary antioxidants such as Irganox 1010 or Irganox 1076.

  5. Non-staining and low color formation, preserving product aesthetics in demanding applications.

Typical Applications Of BASF Irganox 168 Antioxidant

  1. Polypropylene (PP) fibers, films, and injection-molded parts.

  2. Polyethylene (PE) pipes, blow-molded containers, and rotational molding compounds.

  3. Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) and impact-modified polyolefin blends.

  4. Automotive interior components exposed to thermal and oxidative stress.

  5. Packaging materials requiring long-term stability and clarity retention.

Specifications Of BASF Irganox 168 Antioxidant

Chemical TypeTris(2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl) phosphite
Product FormWhite crystalline powder
AppearanceFree-flowing white to off-white granules or powder
Molecular Weight647.9 g/mol
Melting Point180–185 °C
Assay (by HPLC)≥ 99.0%
Primary ApplicationsPolyolefins, engineering plastics, elastomers
Key FeaturesProcessing stabilizer, hydroperoxide decomposer, low volatility


Get in Touch with ERICW
Let competitive chemical materials go global.

Your Name *

Your Email *

Your Phone

Country

Your Message *