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

BASF Irgastab NA 287 Nucleating Agent

BASF Irgastab NA 287 Nucleating Agent is a high-performance sorbitol-based clarifier for polypropylene, enhancing crystallinity, stiffness, and transparency. It offers excellent thermal stability, low volatility, and uniform dispersion. Widely used in injection-molded and thermoformed PP packaging, automotive parts, and medical devices. Compatible with standard processing conditions and FDA-compliant for food-contact applications.
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Features Of BASF Irgastab NA 287 Nucleating Agent

  1. High-efficiency nucleation for polypropylene (PP) homopolymers and copolymers.

  2. Significantly improves stiffness, heat distortion temperature (HDT), and dimensional stability.

  3. Excellent thermal and processing stability up to 300 °C during extrusion and injection molding.

  4. Low volatility and minimal plate-out, ensuring clean processing and consistent part quality.

  5. Compatible with common PP stabilizer systems, including phenolic antioxidants and phosphites.

Typical Applications Of BASF Irgastab NA 287 Nucleating Agent

  1. Automotive interior components (e.g., dashboards, door panels, trim).

  2. Household appliances (e.g., washing machine drums, refrigerator liners).

  3. Packaging containers requiring high rigidity and clarity (e.g., rigid food tubs, caps).

  4. Medical packaging where enhanced thermal resistance and regulatory compliance are critical.

Specifications Of BASF Irgastab NA 287 Nucleating Agent

Chemical TypeSodium salt of substituted aromatic carboxylic acid
Product FormFree-flowing granules
AppearanceOff-white to light beige granules
Primary ApplicationsPolypropylene (PP) homopolymers and random copolymers
Key FeaturesNucleation, HDT enhancement, stiffness improvement
BenefitsFaster cycle times, reduced warpage, improved surface finish
Recommended Dosage0.1–0.4 wt% relative to PP resin
Regulatory StatusCompliant with FDA 21 CFR §178.2010 and EU Regulation (EC) No 10/2011 for food-contact applications


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