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

Dow 8540 POE Elastomer

Dow 8540 POE Elastomer is a high-performance polyolefin elastomer from Dow’s ENGAGE™ series featuring excellent melt flow, low compression set, and superior sealability—ideal for soft-touch automotive parts, seals, and flexible packaging applications requiring resilience and process efficiency.
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Features Of Dow 8540 POE Elastomer

  1. Excellent melt processability for high-speed extrusion and injection molding.

  2. Outstanding low-temperature flexibility with retained elasticity down to –60 °C.

  3. Superior resistance to UV, ozone, and weathering without requiring additional stabilizers.

  4. Good compatibility with polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) for robust thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) blends.

  5. Low extractables and compliance with FDA 21 CFR §177.2600 for indirect food contact applications.

Typical Applications Of Dow 8540 POE Elastomer

  1. Automotive interior trim components including soft-touch dashboards and door panels.

  2. Flexible packaging seals and gaskets requiring thermal stability and compression set resistance.

  3. Medical tubing and connectors where biocompatibility and clarity are critical.

  4. Consumer electronics protective overmolding for ergonomic grips and impact absorption.

  5. Industrial hoses and fluid-handling components exposed to dynamic bending and environmental stress.

Specifications Of Dow 8540 POE Elastomer

Chemical TypePolyolefin Elastomer (POE), ethylene-octene copolymer
Product FormPellets
AppearanceTranslucent, cylindrical pellets
Primary ApplicationsThermoplastic elastomer blends, soft-touch overmolding, flexible seals
Key FeaturesLow density, high resilience, excellent shear stability
BenefitsReduced energy consumption during processing, improved part cycle times, enhanced long-term seal integrity
Processing MethodInjection molding, extrusion, blow molding
Regulatory StatusComplies with FDA 21 CFR §177.2600; REACH and RoHS compliant


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