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Halogen-free formulation for reduced smoke and toxic gas emissions during combustion.
Excellent thermal stability suitable for high-temperature polymer processing (up to 300 °C).
Good compatibility with polyolefins, engineering thermoplastics, and elastomers.
Low migration tendency, ensuring long-term flame-retardant performance in finished parts.
REACH-compliant and certified for RoHS-conformant applications.
Wire and cable insulation for building wiring and automotive harnesses.
Flame-retarded polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) used in transportation interiors.
Electrical enclosures and housings for consumer electronics and industrial equipment.
Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds for flexible fire-safe components.
Non-woven fabrics and molded parts requiring UL 94 V-0 or V-1 rating.
| Chemical Type | Organophosphorus-based flame retardant |
| Product Form | Free-flowing white granules |
| Appearance | Off-white to light beige granules |
| Density (23 °C) | 1.45–1.50 g/cm³ |
| Melting Range | 280–300 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.2 wt% |
| pH (1% aqueous dispersion) | 6.5–7.5 |
| Key Regulatory Compliance | REACH SVHC-free, RoHS 2 compliant, halogen-free per IEC 61249-2-21 |
Q1: What types of polymers is ICL F-3014 compatible with?
A: ICL F-3014 is primarily designed for use in engineering thermoplastics such as polyamide (PA6, PA66), polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), and polycarbonate (PC) blends. It demonstrates good thermal stability and dispersion characteristics in these matrices during standard melt-processing conditions.
Q2: How does F-3014 achieve flame retardancy without halogenated chemistry?
A: F-3014 functions via an intumescent mechanism—promoting the formation of a protective, carbon-rich char layer upon exposure to heat or flame. This char insulates the underlying polymer, reduces fuel release, and limits oxygen access, thereby suppressing combustion in a halogen-free manner.
Q3: Is F-3014 suitable for applications requiring electrical insulation performance?
A: Yes—F-3014 maintains favorable dielectric properties and low ionic impurity content, supporting its use in electrical and electronic components where tracking resistance and comparative tracking index (CTI) retention are important after compounding.
Q4: Does F-3014 affect mechanical properties of the final compound?
A: When properly dispersed and compounded, F-3014 typically preserves key mechanical attributes such as tensile strength and impact resistance. Minor reductions in elongation at break may occur depending on loading level and base resin, but overall balance between flame retardancy and mechanical integrity is well-established in commercial formulations.
Q5: What is the typical dosage range for achieving UL94 V-0 rating?
A: Dosage depends on the specific polymer system, filler content, and processing conditions—but F-3014 is generally effective at low concentrations, typically ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight in optimized formulations targeting UL94 V-0 at 1.6 mm thickness.
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