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

BASF Luwax A Polyethylene Wax

BASF Luwax A is a high-melting, low-viscosity polyethylene wax from BASF’s Luwax series, engineered for superior slip, abrasion resistance, and surface gloss in coatings, inks, and plastics. It offers excellent compatibility, thermal stability, and dispersion performance without blooming or migration. Widely used as a matting agent, lubricant, and anti-blocking additive across industrial applications.
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Features Of BASF Luwax A Polyethylene Wax

  1. Highly efficient slip and anti-blocking agent for polyolefin films and coatings.

  2. Excellent thermal stability up to 200 °C, supporting high-speed extrusion and compounding processes.

  3. Low volatility and minimal plate-out tendency, ensuring consistent processing and surface quality.

  4. Hydrophobic nature provides outstanding water repellency and moisture barrier enhancement.

  5. Compatible with a broad range of polymers including PP, PE, PS, ABS, and PVC.

Typical Applications Of BASF Luwax A Polyethylene Wax

  1. Biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) and polyethylene (BOPE) packaging films.

  2. Masterbatches for automotive interior trim and durable consumer goods.

  3. Exterior and interior architectural coatings requiring mar resistance and gloss control.

  4. Engineering plastic compounds for injection-molded technical parts.

  5. Hot-melt adhesives requiring improved open time and substrate wetting.

Specifications Of BASF Luwax A Polyethylene Wax

Chemical TypeLow molecular weight polyethylene homopolymer wax
Product FormPellets or flakes
AppearanceWhite to off-white solid
Melting Range (°C)108–112 (DSC, heating rate 10 K/min)
Penetration (0.1 mm, 25 °C, 100 g, 5 s)3–6
Density (g/cm³, 23 °C)0.92–0.94
Viscosity (mPa·s, 140 °C, Brookfield RV)~120–180
Key FeaturesSlip, anti-blocking, gloss control, thermal stability, polymer compatibility


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