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Clariant Hostastat FA 68 Solid is a high-efficiency internal antistatic agent belonging to the ethoxylated alkylamine class, with a waxy white appearance. It is specifically designed for polyolefins, styrenic plastics, and particularly suitable for biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) printing sheets. The product can be used in combination with Hostastat FE2 for optimized performance, and meets strict technical specifications such as low water content and high tertiary amine content.
High Efficiency: Acts as a potent internal antistatic agent for target plastics, delivering stable and long-lasting performance
Broad Compatibility: Suitable for polyolefins, styrenic plastics, and BOPP printing sheets, adapting to diverse processing requirements
Stable Quality: Low water content (max. 0.5%) and high tertiary amine content (min. 97.5 equiv.%), ensuring consistent and reliable product performance
Synergistic Use: Can be paired with Hostastat FE2 to further enhance antistatic efficiency and durability
Polyolefin Plastics: Serves as an internal antistatic additive for stable antistatic effect in polyolefin-based products
Styrenic Plastics: Provides reliable internal antistatic performance for styrene-containing polymers
BOPP Printing Sheets: Specifically optimized for the antistatic requirements of BOPP printing sheets, ensuring stable processing and print quality
High-Purity Antistatic Scenarios: Ideal for plastic processing applications demanding high-purity internal antistatic agents
Product Name | Clariant Hostastat FA 68 Solid |
Chemical Class | Ethoxylated alkylamine |
Appearance | Waxy white |
Base Number | 157-165 mgKOH/g (titrimetric method) |
Tertiary Amine Content | Minimum 97.5 equiv.% (titrimetric method) |
Iodine Color Value | Maximum 3 (per EN 1557) |
Water Content | Maximum 0.5% (per DIN 51777) |
Packaging (Drum) | 175 kg net (steel drum) |
Packaging (Pallet) | 700 kg (4 steel drums per pallet) |
Q1: What types of polymers is Hostastat FA 68 compatible with?
A: Hostastat FA 68 is primarily designed for use in polyolefins such as polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), including both homopolymers and copolymers. It demonstrates good compatibility and dispersion in these non-polar matrices, and may also be evaluated in certain engineering thermoplastics where surface resistivity reduction is required.
Q2: How does Hostastat FA 68 achieve antistatic performance in plastics?
A: Hostastat FA 68 functions as an internal antistatic agent by migrating to the polymer surface over time, where it absorbs ambient moisture to form a conductive layer. This mechanism helps dissipate static charges effectively during processing and end-use, reducing dust attraction and electrostatic discharge risks.
Q3: Is Hostastat FA 68 suitable for applications requiring low extractability or food-contact compliance?
A: Hostastat FA 68 is not specifically formulated or certified for food-contact applications. While it exhibits relatively low volatility and good thermal stability under typical polyolefin processing conditions, regulatory approval for direct or indirect food contact must be confirmed separately through applicable regional frameworks and formulation-specific testing.
Q4: What is the recommended dosage range for optimal antistatic effect?
A: Dosage depends on the base polymer, processing conditions, and desired surface resistivity performance. Hostastat FA 68 is typically used at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight—with most applications achieving effective results between 0.3% and 1.0%. Optimization through lab-scale trials is recommended for each specific formulation.
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