ExxonMobil 9182 Impact Modifier

Features Of ExxonMobil 9182 Impact Modifier

1. Low crystallinity, high elasticity & anti-deformation: Low crystallinity, rubber-like high elasticity, excellent resilience, low compression set, with both toughness and softness

2. Excellent low-temperature resistance: Glass transition temperature of -41.0℃, maintaining good flexibility and impact resistance in low-temperature environments, suitable for low-temperature working conditions

3. High hardness & high toughness: Shore A86 hardness, tensile strength at break of 9.68MPa, balancing hardness and mechanical strength, not easy to damage

4. Energy-saving processing & easy forming: Low melting temperature, low processing energy consumption, melt flow rate of 1.2g/10min with good fluidity, suitable for various forming processes

Typical Applications Of ExxonMobil 9182 Impact Modifier

1. Automotive Industry: Interior parts such as instrument panels and door panels, exterior parts including bumpers and fenders, as well as door/window sealing strips. It improves the impact resistance and weather resistance of components, and enhances sealing performance and structural toughness.

2. Home Appliance Industry: Door gaskets and shock absorbers for refrigerators, washing machines and air conditioners. It strengthens the sealing effect, improves aging resistance and long-term use stability, and reduces deformation.

3. Packaging Materials: Stretch films, wrap films and food cling films. It features high transparency, good flexibility and strong puncture resistance, enhancing the protective performance and ease of use of packaging.

4. Shoe Material Manufacturing: Foaming of midsoles and outsoles for sports shoes. It endows shoe soles with excellent cushioning and rebound performance, improving wearing comfort and wear resistance.

5. Wire & Cable: Insulation layers and sheaths for medium and low voltage cables. It meets the requirements of heat resistance, aging resistance and electrical insulation in outdoor/complex environments, and enhances the durability of cables.

6. Medical Devices: Soft components like infusion bags, medical catheters and protective covers. It complies with medical-grade safety standards, and has both good elasticity and chemical corrosion resistance.

Specifications Of ExxonMobil 9182 Impact Modifier

ExxonMobil 9182 Impact Modifier – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary function of ExxonMobil 9182 Impact Modifier in polymer formulations?

A: ExxonMobil 9182 is an ethylene-based impact modifier designed to enhance toughness and low-temperature impact resistance in rigid thermoplastics—particularly polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) compounds—without significantly compromising stiffness or processability.

Q2: Which polymer systems is ExxonMobil 9182 most commonly blended with?

A: It is widely used in homopolymer and copolymer polypropylene matrices, including injection-molded and extruded applications. It also demonstrates good compatibility with certain HDPE and PP/HDPE blends, especially where improved ductility and crack resistance are required.

Q3: How does ExxonMobil 9182 differ from conventional EPDM or EPR impact modifiers?

A: Unlike traditional diene-containing elastomers, ExxonMobil 9182 is a saturated ethylene–octene copolymer with no cure sites, offering superior thermal and oxidative stability during high-temperature processing. This contributes to better melt consistency and reduced risk of crosslinking or gel formation in the final compound.

Q4: What is the typical dosage range for ExxonMobil 9182 in impact-modified polypropylene?

A: Dosage depends on the target performance balance, but it is typically used at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight—in PP-based formulations. Optimization requires evaluation of impact strength, flexural modulus, and flow behavior under actual processing conditions.