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

DOW Elvax 3165 Toughener

DOW Elvax 3165 Toughener is a copolymer of ethylene and vinyl acetate (EVA) from Dow’s Elvax thermoplastic elastomer series—designed to enhance impact resistance, flexibility, and melt processability in polyolefin blends and engineering resins. It offers excellent low-temperature toughness, adhesion promotion, and compatibility with PE/PP matrices for demanding automotive and packaging applications.
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Features Of DOW Elvax 3165 Toughener

  1. Enhanced impact resistance for rigid polypropylene and polyethylene blends

  2. Excellent low-temperature toughness retention down to –40 °C

  3. Good melt processability with stable rheology in extrusion and injection molding

  4. Effective compatibility with polyolefin matrices without requiring compatibilizers

  5. Consistent batch-to-batch performance supported by Dow’s stringent quality control

Typical Applications Of DOW Elvax 3165 Toughener

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

  2. Industrial containers requiring drop-impact durability

  3. Appliance housings exposed to mechanical stress and temperature cycling

  4. Medical device trays and packaging where toughness and sterilization stability are critical

  5. Outdoor consumer products subject to UV exposure and thermal aging

Specifications Of DOW Elvax 3165 Toughener

Chemical TypeEthylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymer
Product FormPellets
AppearanceOff-white to light tan, free-flowing pellets
Primary ApplicationsPolyolefin toughening agent for PP and HDPE
Key FeaturesHigh VA content (~18 wt%), optimized for polarity balance
BenefitsImproved ductility, notch sensitivity reduction, and weld line strength
Processing MethodInjection molding, extrusion, blow molding
Storage ConditionsStore in dry, cool conditions (<30 °C); keep sealed to prevent moisture uptake


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