Mitsui TAFMER™ DF710 is a low-density POE with high transparency, elasticity and low temperature resistance, good processability and compatibility, suitable for automotive, medical and shoe material applications.
Combined advantages of low density and high transparency, with a density of 0.870g/cm³ balancing lightweight design and cost control, excellent optical properties, suitable for molding transparent/translucent soft products
High elasticity and toughness with elongation at break over 1000% and tensile strength over 15MPa, able to withstand large deformation without cracking, with a good balance between flexibility and structural strength
Brittleness temperature below -70°C, maintaining stable toughness and impact resistance in a wide temperature range, with a stable molecular structure, excellent weather and aging resistance, and strong adaptability to outdoor and low temperature environments
Excellent compatibility with PP/PE polyolefins and good filler acceptance, which can simultaneously improve the mechanical and processing properties of composite materials after blending modification with high modification efficiency
Moderate melt flow index and wide processing window, easy to form by injection molding, extrusion and other processes, supporting crosslinking and foaming modification. Crosslinking improves heat resistance, and foaming is suitable for buffer product scenarios
Automotive parts such as seat covers and sealing strips, soft, high elastic and weather resistant, improving the touch of interior decoration and the impact resistance and sealing protection performance of vehicles
Wire and cable insulation layers/sheaths, with stable electrical performance and low temperature resistance, suitable for insulation protection needs of various wiring indoors and outdoors
Food packaging films/soft containers, high transparent, puncture resistant and compliant with hygiene standards, balancing packaging display and use safety
Medical infusion bags and catheters, high elastic, flexible and transparent, meeting the hygiene requirements of the medical field and the flexibility requirements of instrument use
| Physical Properties | |
| Density | 0.870 g/cm³ (ASTM D1505) |
| Shore A Hardness | 73 (ASTM D2240) |
| Thermal Properties | |
| Melting Point | 55 °C (Internal Method) |
| Brittleness Temperature | <-70 °C (ASTM D746) |
| Vicat Softening Temperature | 49 °C (ASTM D1525) |
| Melt Flow Properties | |
| Melt Flow Rate (190°C/2.16kg) | 1.2 g/10 min (ASTM D1238) |
| Melt Flow Rate (230°C/2.16kg) | 2.2 g/10 min (ASTM D1238) |
| Mechanical Properties | |
| Tensile Strength | >15 MPa (ASTM D638) |
| Elongation at Break | >1000 % (ASTM D638) |
| Tear Strength (Die C) | 31.2 kN/m (ASTM D624) |
| Flexural Modulus (1% Secant) | 14.8 MPa (ASTM D790) |
| Tensile Set | 12 % (Internal Method) |
Q1: What is the primary function of TAFMER DF710 in polymer formulations?
A: TAFMER DF710 is an ethylene–α-olefin copolymer-based impact modifier designed to enhance toughness and low-temperature impact resistance in rigid thermoplastic matrices—particularly polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) compounds—without significantly compromising stiffness or processability.
Q2: Which polymer systems is TAFMER DF710 most commonly blended with?
A: It is widely used in homopolymer and copolymer polypropylene systems—including injection-molded automotive parts, thin-walled packaging, and medical-grade components—as well as in certain HDPE and LLDPE applications where improved ductility and crack resistance are required.
Q3: How does TAFMER DF710 differ from conventional EPDM or EPR impact modifiers?
A: Unlike traditional elastomeric modifiers, TAFMER DF710 offers superior compatibility with polyolefins due to its linear, narrow-molecular-weight-distribution structure and controlled comonomer content, enabling finer dispersion, better interfacial adhesion, and more consistent property enhancement at lower dosage levels.
Q4: Is TAFMER DF710 suitable for applications requiring regulatory compliance for food contact or medical use?
A: TAFMER DF710 is manufactured under strict quality control and is widely utilized in formulations intended for food-contact and medical applications; however, final regulatory approval depends on the complete formulation, processing conditions, and applicable regional requirements—users should conduct appropriate testing and verification for their specific end-use.
Q5: What is the typical dosage range for optimal performance?
A: Dosage is formulation-dependent, but TAFMER DF710 is typically effective at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight—depending on the base resin, desired balance of impact/stiffness, and processing method.
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