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Exceptional melt processability with low viscosity for high-speed extrusion and injection molding.
Outstanding flexibility and softness at low temperatures, maintaining elasticity down to −40 °C.
Superior compatibility with polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE), enabling homogeneous blending without compatibilizers.
Excellent clarity and gloss, ideal for transparent or translucent thermoplastic elastomer applications.
Good resistance to UV degradation and long-term thermal aging, supporting durable outdoor use.
Soft-touch overmolding for automotive interior components (e.g., instrument panels, door trims).
Flexible packaging films requiring toughness, sealability, and clarity.
High-performance polymer modification for PP-based impact copolymers in appliance housings.
Medical tubing and seals demanding biocompatibility support (ISO 10993-compliant formulations).
Footwear midsoles and outsoles requiring lightweight cushioning and dynamic rebound.
| Chemical Type | Ethylene-octene copolymer (metallocene-catalyzed POE) |
| Product Form | Pellets |
| Appearance | Off-white, free-flowing cylindrical pellets |
| Melt Flow Rate (MFR, 190 °C/2.16 kg) | 1.0–1.5 g/10 min |
| Density | 0.870–0.875 g/cm³ |
| Octene Content | ~20 wt% |
| Hardness (Shore A) | 82–85 |
| Key Features | Low crystallinity, narrow molecular weight distribution, high elasticity |
Q1: What is the primary functional role of TAFMER DF8200 in polymer blends?
A: TAFMER DF8200 is an ethylene–octene polyolefin elastomer (POE) designed primarily as a compatibilizer and impact modifier—especially in polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) systems—enhancing toughness, melt elasticity, and interfacial adhesion without significantly compromising stiffness or processability.
Q2: Is TAFMER DF8200 suitable for use in food-contact applications?
A: TAFMER DF8200 is manufactured to meet general requirements for indirect food contact under global regulatory frameworks, including FDA 21 CFR §177.1520 for olefin polymers. Final compliance depends on the full formulation, processing conditions, and end-use scenario—validation by the compounder or end-user is recommended.
Q3: How does TAFMER DF8200 compare to conventional EPDM or EPR impact modifiers in PP compounds?
A: Unlike traditional diene-based elastomers, TAFMER DF8200 offers superior dispersion in PP matrices, lower density, higher clarity, and improved long-term thermal stability due to its saturated backbone. It also delivers more consistent low-temperature impact performance and better compatibility with modern high-flow PP grades.
Q4: What are typical processing considerations when incorporating TAFMER DF8200 into thermoplastic compounds?
A: TAFMER DF8200 processes readily on standard compounding equipment (twin-screw extruders) and injection molding machines. It exhibits good thermal stability up to typical PP/PE processing temperatures (up to ~240 °C), with minimal volatiles or odor. Drying is generally not required, though storage in dry conditions is advised to maintain optimal pellet integrity.
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